FASCA President Rev. Herman Gladney (Senior Pastor Emmanuel, Beth Sinkler, Alexis Innis (American Red Cross Blood Services and Clara Nsenkire talk about the disease and helps available in the area. Also, the importance of giving blood. fascaonline.comעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave the Computer Guy with our annual tech Spooktacular! Monster vs. Hacker, scary hacker tales, scary movies without CGI and with CGI. techsintheburg.comעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Spotsylvania Deputy Margarita Figueroa previews the Veterans Day program in Spotsy on November 9th. Gwen Martinez talks about the program from the perspective of a military veteran. We also talk about teen violence.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Sam McKelvey and Dr. Gaila Sims preview the Black Arts Festival on November 2nd--at Riverfront Park and Market Square. Info on Fredericksburg History Archive, Rappahannock Recipe Roots, FAM Faire and the Living Legacies exhibit next year. famva.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Meghann Cotter previews the All Saints Day Remembrance service on the 29th at 5pm at Methodist Green. Opportunities to help the Cold Weather Shelter, happy one year anniversary to Hesed House and an update on the Jeremiah Community. Next stop--City Council. micahfredericksburg.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Katerina Vollten at Legal Aid Works, Joey Kirchgessner with Woerhle, Dahlberg, Yao, UMW Director of Jazz Studies Doug Gately, and UMW students Jacob and Mima. Jazz4Justice is November 2nd at 7:30 at Dodd Auditorium. Tickets at the door or legalaidworks.org/jazz4justiceעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Justice Services Director Susan Sigmon and Executive Director Kathy Anderson. This is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. empowerhouseva.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Curry Roberts with the Fredericksburg Regional Alliance at the University of Mary Washington and Charlie Payne with Hirschler talk about the financial impact data centers will have on the region. Also a discussion on water use.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Director of First Year Admissions, Sarah Lindberg and Dean of Admissions and Associate Vice-President, Melissa Yakabouski talk about key filing dates, tips when applying and UMW's Tuition Promise...among many things. umw.eduעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Danelle Rose, the Tourism Marketing and Communications Manager for the City of Fredericksburg and Chris Allen with Fredericksburg Main Street talk about the opening of the new Visitor Center on November 1st. Also a preview of several holiday events--including more lights downtown. fxbg.comעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Failsafe Re-entry Director Jim Clore and CEO Juanita Shanks talk about the difficulties encountered by returning citizens after jail or prison. We focus on the Courage to Change program. failsafe-era.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Children's Theatre returns. This month it's Willy Wonka. Oscar (Wonka), Andrea Kahane and Colson (Charlie) discuss the show.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Keith Lebor and Cait Woodward preview Loisann's Day on October 20th at Maury Park on Kenmore Avenue in Fredericksburg. Meat from Olde Towne Butcher. Sliders made from downtown chefs. It's a family-friendly festival. Learn about what's going on at Loisann's Hope House. loisannshopehouse.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Matt Kelly and Rick Pullen talk about data centers, moving the downtown Visitor's Center, Mary's Landing, Neighborhood Conservation Districts, affordable housing and local media coverage.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

New Executive Director Rebecca Purdy talks about her decision to pursue the position. Joy O'Toole previews the Rappahannock Writers' Conference on November 9th. librarypoint.org/writers-conferenceעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Lisa Dolan, Michelle Patton-Swisher and Rene' Daniels preview Rock Out, Knock Out Homelessness. It's October 18-19 at the Southpoint Walmart in Spotsylvania. Donations collected for Treasure House.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Aimee Hardy previews the Josh Hardy Superhero Celebration on October 19th, 6-9pm at Strangeways Brewing on Lansdowne Road. It's free. Donations go to the Fairy Godmother Project. We talk about the impact Josh Hardy had during his ten years.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dr. Eric Chang and Dr. Avinash Narayana talk about the use of robotic surgery with Mary Washington Healthcare. Both doctors say robotic surgery means quicker healing and less pain. MWHC has been using robots since 2008. There's a Robotic Surgery Expo at the Mary Washington Hospital atrium on November 1 from 9:30-2:30. robotics.mwhc.com…

Stafford Schools are among the fastest growing schools in the state. Jason Towery and Chris Fulmer talk about the building of High School 6, Elementary 18 and Elementary 19--and the need for more. Updates on future plans for Drew Middle School and Hartwood Elementary.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Erin Perkins and Megan Webb talk about flu shots, rabies, wells and septic systems.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Anne Darron, Chuck Fennell and Kelly Johnson talk about efforts to preserve the Mary Washington Monument. There's a matching gift opportunity through December 31st. Discussion on renovations to the Caretakers Lodge. washingtonheritagemuseums.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

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Jason Tickle and Mac Williams talk about plans to build 20 homes in Ladysmith. Some changes are being implemented that could mean a change in how long it takes to build homes and may make some parts of the project easier for volunteers. habitatofcaroline.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Anne Little and Karen Tavakoli talk about Saturday's Fredericksburg Native Plant Festival and the Free Tree Giveaway on the 20th. Info at treefredericksburg.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave the Computer Guy with Techs in the Burg talks about the technology used to predict the hurricane and technology being used in the aftermath. techsintheburg.comעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Topics include an update the city's Comprehensive Plan. You don't have to live in 22401 to participate. fredericksburgva.gov/forward. We also talk about data centers, the new firehouse and the new visitor's center.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Janet Douberly and Christie Hoerneman preview the Down Home Ball on October 19th. Updates on plans for the Belman Road property and fall planting and gardening. downtowngreens.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Library Director Martha Hutzel is retiring after nearly 40 years, 9 years as Library Director. Her last day is September 30th. librarypoint.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Taryn Snyder and Jon Reynolds talk about productions in the 2024 season. Season tickets available. The Princeton Review recently ranked UMW is listed as a Best College Theatre, placing among the top 25 in the country. Many alums are working on Broadway. Do you know about UMW Theatre Road Trip? fredtix.com 654-1111.…

John Coker, Danelle Rose and Chris Allen preview October in the City. Businesses have signed up to create scarecrows and they'll compete in a number of categories. There's Treats in the Streets and a costume stroll. fxbgscarecrows.com Something new this year--on October 12th the Canal Quarter Walking Cat Tour.…

Jacquez Linder Long (Director), Matt Beary (Barry Mann) and Ashlee Waldbaur (Carol King) talk about Beautiful: The Carol King Musical at Riverside thru November 10.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Courtney Harris and Cathleen Pessolano preview FGP's Day of Giving on the 27th and Carter's Crusaders Golf Tournament on October 4th. It's Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month. fgpinfo.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Stratford Hall President Karen Daley previews the weekend Wine and Oyster Festival 10-6 Saturday/11-4 on Sunday. We talk about Stratford Hall's history, the Great House, a great history podcast that they produce, and Stratford Hall's place in Colonial and American history. stratfordhall.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Kathy Anderson talks about their work to help victims of domestic violence. She also talks about a budget need. Empowerhouse has a $200,000 budget need. empowerhouseva.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Kathryn Willis and Jenna Edwards preview Pizza Palooza on the 21st at Riverfront Park and talk about the Fredericksburg Este Association. We also talk about Lafayette anniversary events this fall. fred-este.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Dave Muraca, Allison Ellis and Ann Waters preview fall programs at Ferry Farm in Stafford and Kenmore in Fredericksburg. There's a Community Block Party on the 28th, a program on gingerbread, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Day and Dog Days at Ferry Farm. (and much more!) kenmore.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Alexis Innis says the national blood inventory is low. She says if everyone eligible to give blood gave once a year, there would be no blood shortage. There's also an increasing need for patients with Sickle Cell. redcrossblood.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Curatorial Specialist Kylie Thomson and Vice-President of Programs and Interpretation Dr. Gaila Sims talk about protecting older pictures/items. We also talk about upcoming programs--Lunch and Learn, Dark History and Evening with an Expert. famva.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Bill Harris (Liberty Town Arts Workshop), Gabe Pons (PonShop Studio Gallery), Pete Morelewicz (Print Jazz) preview Art Attack on September 21 in downtown Fredericksburg. Art Attack is a grassroots event that gets people out of the studio and into the streets. To sign up or for information: artattackproject.com…

Via Colori is at the Stafford Regional Airport Sept. 28-29. Previewing the event: Stafford Schools Acting Superintendent Chris Fulmer, event chair Cheri Maea, Sue Henderson with Discover Stafford and Nikki Jackson with Stafford Schools. Some of the funds raised for Via Colori will support Stafford Schools' Stafford in Action Week to help provide fo…

Sam Foltz and Wes Kinsey with an update on College Everywhere. Expanded offerings a new expanded timeline option. Program is unique in Virginia. No other community college offers a two-year degree in one year.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

It's our local College GameDay! Curry Robert and Scott Mayausky talk college football with a focus on Virginia Tech and West Virginia U.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Protecting technology while you travel...avoiding scams on your pc,...best paid and free antivirus and how pc speed has increased over the past 20 years--you know it has but you didn't know it has improved this much! techsintheburg.comעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Adult Services Coordinator Tracy McPeck and Youth Services Librarian, Teen Specialist at the Howell Branch, Sarah Smethurst, talk about the Trebuchet contest, the Teen Stop Motion video contest and the Friends of the Library book sale. librarypoint.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office Deputy Margarida Figueroa and Baron Braswell preview the September 21st event at Courtland High School. braswellrun.comעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Athletic Director Patrick Catullo talks about Division III UMW. 19 NCAA varsity sports. He says Division III athletics is for student-athletes. All home games are free and open to the community. umweagles.com. #getdirtygowashעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Mike Harvey describes plans for a Firearms Training Center. He talks about the need in the region and how individuals and businesses can get involved. Groundbreaking on September 12th, a luncheon to describe the the overall plan is September 26th. rrcja.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Executive Director Elizabeth McNally talks about statistics. She talks about the benefits of having a Child Advocacy Center and plans to expand into Essex County. Child abuse signs and how to seek help. safeharborva.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

Megan Samples, Austin Pajcic and Sam Shoukas preview the 2nd annual housing summit on October 24th at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center. Info at gwregion.orgעל ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!

CEO and Producing Artistic Director Patrick A'Hearn talks about Murder on the Orient Express thru September 8th followed by Beautiful, the Carol King musical. We also talk about shows coming to Riverside next season. riversidedt.com for tickets.על ידי NewsTalk1230 WFVA | Talk...Done Right!