Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Town Talk is a one-hour local program will introduce you to local businesses, non-profit leaders and political figures who influence the Fredericksburg region every day.
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LISTEN: Town Talk/Virginia Bluebird Society
Anne Little–one of the founders of the Virginia Bluebird Society– previews her Bluebird monitor training session on March 1 at the downtown library. She talks about building the correct nestbox, the need for monitors, and resources: virginiabluebirds.org,

LISTEN: Ferry Farm in Stafford open on Monday
Dave Muraca and Allison Ellis talk about Presidents’ Day at George Washington’s boyhood home: 10-3. Free parking on-site. $5 for adults. Kids 17 and under free. kenmore.org

LISTEN: Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center
Executive Director Elizabeth McNally and Board President Troy Skebo talk about the impact Safe Harbor has on the region. It’s often referred to as a place and a process that gives a voice and healing to children

LISTEN: Gran and Gracie’s Amazing Adventures–in a book and real life
Gran and Gracie are grandmother and granddaughter. They’ve written one book–with another being planned. We talk with Gran–Theresa Payne of Spotsylvania. There’s a book signing February 16th from noon to 4 at R & R Antiques at

LISTEN: Town Talk/Rappahannock United Way
President Janel Donohue talks about Prosper Taxes, Prosper Mentoring and Prosper Students. rappahannockunitedway.org

LISTEN: Town Talk/Mary Washington Cardiology
Dr. Daniel Carlson talks about programs available at Mary Washington Healthcare. We talk about A-fib, POTS, a good diet for heart health and exercise. practices.mwhc.com

LISTEN: Town Talk/ASK
Providing all kinds of help to families and children with cancer or serious blood disorders. ASK has been well-known over the years in the Richmond area. ASK is now in the Fredericksburg area. Executive Director Amy Gotkin

LISTEN: Town Talk/Coldest Night of the Year
Micah’s Jill Clare and Meghann Cotter preview the Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser/walk on February 22nd. cnoy.com/fredericksburg

LISTEN: The Washington Regional Alcohol Program talks Super Sunday strategies
Kurt Erickson says one bad decision can change your life–and others. #77 if you see someone you suspect is a drunk driver.

LISTEN: Town Talk/The George Washington Foundation
Dave Muraca (Vice President, Museum Content) and Allison Ellis (Director of Education) preview George Washington’s birthday celebration on February 17th from 10-3. kenmore.org

LISTEN: Town Talk/Building and selling in the area
Scott Hine (Union Home and Mortgage/Fredericksburg Area Builders Association Immediate Past President), Lauren Tate (Long and Foster Managing Broker/2025 FAAR President) and Kim McClellan (Fredericksburg Area Association of Builders) review 2024 market resale/new build, what 2025 will

LISTEN: Town Talk/Fredericksburg SPCA
Taylor Sutton with Tiger Fuel, Melanie Johnson and Von Young with the SPCA. Taylor talks about Tiger acquiring Anderson Propane and their continued support of the Fred SPCA. We talk about keeping animals warm in winter and

LISTEN: Intern Expo
The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce is holding the 4th annual Intern Expo on February 5th from 9-2 at the Fredericksburg Convention Center. Gabby Kang is a Colonial Forge High School senior and the Chair of the

LISTEN: Town Talk/Will Mackintosh
Fredericksburg City Councilman Will Mackintosh (At-Large) talks about Data Centers. We discuss a Technology Overlay District and the financial impact.

LISTEN: FAM’s Gaila Sims signs book contract
The Fredericksburg Area Museum’s Vice President of Programs and Interpretation is writing a book for LSU Press that will focus on some of the tough racial issues and stories debated in Fredericksburg.

LISTEN: Town Talk/Stafford African American Trail
Intern Ethan Sweeny, UMW Geography Professor Steve Hanna and Sue Henderson with Discover Stafford preview the opening of the Stafford African American Trail. 31 stories at 23 sites. You can explore history at home or by driving.

LISTEN: Town Talk/Central Rappahannock Regional Library
Director of Adult Services Tracy McPeck and Director of Collection and Customer Services Samantha Thomason talk about the Adult Winter Reading Challenge, expanding the Library of Things and LEGO Building Labs. librarypoint.org

LISTEN: Town Talk/University of Mary Washington Admissions
Dean of Admissions and Associate Vice President Melissa Yakabouski and Director of First Year Admissions Sarah Lindberg talk about decisions facing students and parents. What should seniors be doing right now to prepare for their upcoming college

LISTEN: Town Talk/Leashes of Valor fostering
Leashes of Valor Head Trainer Karen Meadows and foster families Lisa Palmer and Lisa Dunnivan talk about the fostering program. Leashes of Valor provides everything you need, including food, supplies, and veterinary care. You’re helping train dogs

LISTEN: Town Talk/Special Olympics Virginia
Parent Shane Sears and Special Olympics Virginia President David Thomason preview the Virginia Beach Polar Plunge on February 7-8. Go For the Cold! We talk about fundraising tips, what to expect and the impact of Special Olympics

LISTEN: Town Talk/Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank
Executive Director Dan Maher and Volunteer Coordinator Dominique Thomas talk about getting involved thru volunteering. The importance of giving your time and finances. fredfood.org

LISTEN: Town Talk/Heartbreak Hotel
Heartbreak Hotel at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts thru March 2nd. Joining Patrick Ahearn, (youngest to oldest)- Grayson, Luke and Elliot play different parts of the life of Elvis. riversidedt.com

LISTEN: Town Talk/Great Lives
Great Lives Director Scott Harris previews the 2025 William B. Crawley Lecture Series. Most Tuesdays and Thursdays Jan. 21 thru March 20th at Dodd Auditorium. It’s free.

LISTEN: Town Talk/Chris Yakabouski
Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors Chairman Chris Yakabouski (Battlefield) talks about transportation, changes at the Chancellor Convenience Center, the county and school budget and growth. He also announced he’s running for re-election in the fall.

LISTEN: Town Talk/Stratford Hall & NNK250
Northern Neck Tourism Coordinator Lisa Hull and Gordon Blaine Steffey with Stratford Hall preview upcoming programs and events. Have you listened to Stratford Mail–it’s a historically-based podcast. stratfordhall.org nnk250.us