https://www.b1015.com/podcast/town-talk/ Heard every weekday morning from 8-9am on NewsTalk 1230, WFVA, host Ted Schubel talks with Fredericksburg, Virginia, area leaders about events and issues affecting the region. Heard every weekday morning from 8-9am on NewsTalk 1230, WFVA, host Ted Schubel talks with Fredericksburg, Virginia, area leaders about events and issues affecting the region. en-US hourly 1 2020 Centennial Broadcasting II, LLC Ted Schubel Ted Schubel Heard every weekday morning from 8-9am on NewsTalk 1230, WFVA, host Ted Schubel talks with Fredericksburg, Virginia, area leaders about events and issues affecting the region. ted@newstalk1230.net ted@newstalk1230.net Ted Schubel ted@newstalk1230.net No No https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-friends-of-the-rappahannock-2/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-friends-of-the-rappahannock-2/#respond Mon, 11 May 2026 17:29:31 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-friends-of-the-rappahannock-2/ 0 for-may26-200x200687812-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full What’s happening with the Rappahannock River? Brent Hunsinger and Daria Christian of Friends of the Rappahannock joined us to break down the alarming drop in river levels, concerns over data centers and water.  We reviewed some of the big topics the Ge 00:44:49 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-river-habitat-for-humanity-11/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-river-habitat-for-humanity-11/#respond Fri, 08 May 2026 14:14:26 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-river-habitat-for-humanity-11/ 0 jason-and-mac-200x200850355-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Mac Williams and Jason Tickle discussed the ongoing need for veterans to apply for housing and for volunteers to help build homes for veterans. They explained that the homes are designed with zero-step entry for accessibility and incorporate current techn 00:45:18 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-scott-harris/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-scott-harris/#respond Thu, 07 May 2026 14:42:07 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-scott-harris/ 0 scott-harris-25-200x200520924-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full University of Mary Washington Museums Executive Director Scott Harris joins the conversation to discuss local VA250 commemorative events and upcoming programs at Gari Melchers Home and Studio and the James Monroe Museum. As he prepares for retirement, Har 00:44:50 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-auravet-mobile-vet/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-auravet-mobile-vet/#respond Wed, 06 May 2026 14:25:45 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-auravet-mobile-vet/ 0 spca-vet-26-200x200528002-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Dr. Lindsey Aebli and Kaitlynn Scharapowa discuss their work in the region and their partnership with the Fredericksburg SPCA.     auravetcare.com 00:21:38 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-spca-5/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-spca-5/#respond Wed, 06 May 2026 14:04:22 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-spca-5/ 0 spca-vet-26-200x200433750-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full From the SPCA:  Von Young and Andrea Chum From Auravet:  Dr. Lindsey Aebli and Kaitlynn Schaarapowa We talk about Compassionate Care Camp, the Fur Ball in August and Go BIG and Go HOME Adoption Event.  The SPCA now has a Veterinarian-in-Charge.  The F 00:44:49 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-area-association-of-realtors-2/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-area-association-of-realtors-2/#respond Tue, 05 May 2026 15:57:08 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-area-association-of-realtors-2/ 0 homes-26-200x200692656-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full President-Elect Gary Gardiner, Vice President Tamar Myers-Moffat, and Kim McClellan discuss current housing market trends, the outlook for interest rates, and what buyers can expect in the near future. They also explore the idea of “marry the home, date 00:43:51 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-rappahannock-adult-activities-is-50-years-old/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-rappahannock-adult-activities-is-50-years-old/#respond Mon, 04 May 2026 15:21:34 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-rappahannock-adult-activities-is-50-years-old/ 0 raai-visit1-200x200527407-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Looking for great plants? Head to 750 Kings Highway for the RAAI Spring Plant Sale, happening now through May 16. Shop a wide selection of plants Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 4 PM, and Saturdays from 9 AM to noon. Whether you’re updating your gar 00:45:12 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fade-a-thon/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fade-a-thon/#respond Fri, 01 May 2026 16:50:01 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fade-a-thon/ 0 faded-may26-200x200916182-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Antoine Carey and Pastor Greg Nick preview the first-ever Funded Futures Fade-A-Thon—a 24-hour barbering fundraiser at Central Rappahannock Regional Library in downtown Fredericksburg. The event runs from 10 a.m. June 1st to 10 a.m. June 2nd, with barbe 00:45:49 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-mental-wellness-discussion-community-resources-fair/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-mental-wellness-discussion-community-resources-fair/#respond Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:58:53 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-mental-wellness-discussion-community-resources-fair/ 0 spotsy-mental-200x200162584-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Shannon Wingert, Michelle Patton Swisher and Rene' Daniels with Spotsylvania County Schools preview the discussion and Fair, May 5th, 5:30-7:30 at Massaponax High School. It's free and for all ages. ' 00:46:25 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-umw-graduate-continuing-education/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-umw-graduate-continuing-education/#respond Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:17:05 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-umw-graduate-continuing-education/ 0 umw-continuing-200x200388440-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Teresa Segelken, Devin Fedor, and Christy Pack highlighted a range of academic offerings, including a new Master of Science in Nursing program and an MBA with career-focused pathways, along with continuing and professional programs that feature both gradu 00:44:27 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-failsafe-era-4/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-failsafe-era-4/#respond Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:46:45 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-failsafe-era-4/ 0 fail-safe-26-spring-200x200762644-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Art Crain and Juanita Shanks spoke about Second Chance Month, highlighting how access to employment, housing, and community support helps people rebuild their lives after incarceration while strengthening families and public safety, while 15-year-old Kora 00:46:11 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-john-leslie-leahy/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-john-leslie-leahy/#respond Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:29:27 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-john-leslie-leahy/ 0 john-and-leslie-26-200x200460693-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full The Ceili Leahy Blood Drive will take place Friday, May 8, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, with many donation appointments still available. The Ceili Leahy Day of Service is scheduled for May 26 at James Monroe High Schoo 00:45:18 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-regional-library-15/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-regional-library-15/#respond Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:40:28 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-regional-library-15/ 0 erin-and-jeff-crrl-200x200117200-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Jeff Stainbrook at Porter and Erin Creighton at the downtown branch discuss local history and the library’s involvement in Virginia’s VA250 programs. They share what the community can expect in the coming months. The Friends of the Library have also l 00:45:17 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-virginia-renaissance-faire-8/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-virginia-renaissance-faire-8/#respond Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:03:57 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-virginia-renaissance-faire-8/ 0 ren-faire-april26-200x200272742-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Eve Whittacre, Sophia Whittacre, Bobby Hebert, and Cornelia Rutherford share a lively preview of the upcoming Renaissance Faire at Lake Anna Winery in Spotsylvania, running weekends from May 9 through June 7. They discuss what visitors can expect—from i 00:46:10 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-riverside-center-for-the-performing-arts-15/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-riverside-center-for-the-performing-arts-15/#respond Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:57:06 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-riverside-center-for-the-performing-arts-15/ 0 guys-and-dolls-200x200966819-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full CEO and Producing Artistic Director Patrick A’Hearn previews the high-energy production of Guys and Dolls (running May 13–June 28). He shares insight into the show’s dynamic staging, including how the set has been designed and how the theater space 00:45:14 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-micah-the-jeremiah-community/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-micah-the-jeremiah-community/#respond Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:40:10 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-micah-the-jeremiah-community/ 0 micah-meghann-and-nick-200x200432410-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Meghann Cotter and Nick Cadwallender with an update on the Jeremiah Community. The innovative neighborhood will provide permanent housing paired with on-site healthcare, job training, and a built-in community designed to break the cycle of chronic homeles 00:38:16 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-loisanns-hope-house-5/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-loisanns-hope-house-5/#respond Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:37:09 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-loisanns-hope-house-5/ 0 cait-24-200x200918025-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Executive Director Cait Woodward shares Hope House’s wish list—everyday essentials that grants often don’t cover, but are vital for daily life. These are the kinds of needs that rely on community support. They’re also developing a dedicated Teen R 00:45:14 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-george-washington-foundation-4/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-george-washington-foundation-4/#respond Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:37:10 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-george-washington-foundation-4/ 0 ferry-farm-dave-and-allison-200x200800427-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Step back in time on April 25 at Drums Along the Rappahannock! Join Dave Muraca and Allison Burgess as they preview this free VA250 event featuring the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps. The program runs from 10 AM–2 PM--music, history, and hands-on fun for 00:44:13 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-dr-stephen-farnsworth-3/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-dr-stephen-farnsworth-3/#respond Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:46:33 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-dr-stephen-farnsworth-3/ 0 farnsworth-26-200x200875808-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Dr. Stephen Farnsworth, Professor of Political Science and International Affairs and Director of the Center for Leadership and Media Studies at the University of Mary Washington, breaks down the first months of Abigail Spanberger’s administration, inclu 00:44:54 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-dr-stephen-farnsworth-2/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-dr-stephen-farnsworth-2/#respond Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:46:33 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-dr-stephen-farnsworth-2/ 0 farnsworth-26-200x2002330-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Dr. Stephen Farnsworth, Professor of Political Science and International Affairs and Director of the Center for Leadership and Media Studies at the University of Mary Washington, breaks down the first months of Abigail Spanberger’s administration, inclu 00:44:54 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-exchange-students-2/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-exchange-students-2/#respond Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:13:33 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-exchange-students-2/ 0 exchange-students-200x200299401-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full EF High School Exchange Year is bringing the world to local classrooms, giving students a firsthand look at life in another country. Host parent Desiree Warlick is joined by exchange students Sille Adler of Denmark, who attends Spotsylvania High School, a 00:44:50 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-exchange-students/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-exchange-students/#respond Wed, 15 Apr 2026 14:13:33 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-exchange-students/ 0 exchange-students-200x200192505-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full EF High School Exchange Year is bringing the world to local classrooms, giving students a firsthand look at life in another country. Host parent Desiree Warlick is joined by exchange students Sille Adler of Denmark, who attends Spotsylvania High School, a 00:44:50 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-spotsylvania-supervisor-chris-yakabouski-2/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-spotsylvania-supervisor-chris-yakabouski-2/#respond Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:00:10 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-spotsylvania-supervisor-chris-yakabouski-2/ 0 chris-yak-200x200157132-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Battlefield District Supervisor Chris Yakabouski talks about the county’s newly approved budget and what it means for residents. He also explains why changes to convenience sites are needed. Yakabouski also discusses his decision to run for Commissioner 00:44:22 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-italians-in-18th-century-virginia/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-italians-in-18th-century-virginia/#respond Fri, 10 Apr 2026 14:15:42 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-italians-in-18th-century-virginia/ 0 scott-walker-26-200x200652263-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Historian Scott Walker will present the next talk in the VA250 “A Cultural Quilt” series on April 16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Central Rappahannock Regional Library. Walker will explore the history of Italians in Virginia—sharing not only historical insig 00:45:09 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-parks-recreation-events/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-parks-recreation-events/#respond Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:12:41 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-parks-recreation-events/ 0 earth-day-26-200x200329280-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Earth Day will be celebrated April 18 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Old Mill Park, featuring a full day of environmental education, activities, vendors, and family-friendly fun. Callie Brown and Courtney Mersiowsky preview the event, highlighting opportunitie 00:45:20 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-author-chris-mackowski-2/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-author-chris-mackowski-2/#respond Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:04:11 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-author-chris-mackowski-2/ 0 john-adams-chris-200x200225835-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Atlas of Independence: John Adams and the American Revolution offers a vivid, ground-level look at the fight for independence as Chris Mackowski explores his work with the Emerging Revolutionary War series. He examines how John Adams became one of the Rev 00:44:52 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-author-chris-mackowski/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-author-chris-mackowski/#respond Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:04:11 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-author-chris-mackowski/ 0 john-adams-chris-200x200777958-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Atlas of Independence: John Adams and the American Revolution offers a vivid, ground-level look at the fight for independence as Chris Mackowski explores his work with the Emerging Revolutionary War series. He examines how John Adams became one of the Rev 00:44:52 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-river-habitat-for-humanity-10/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-river-habitat-for-humanity-10/#respond Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:10:10 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-river-habitat-for-humanity-10/ 0 habitat-jason-25-200x200646064-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Work is about to get underway on eight new Habitat for Humanity homes on Stirrup Lane in Ladysmith. Jason Tickle says the project is part of their effort to expand affordable housing in the area. Those interested in future homes are encouraged to become l 00:44:14 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-river-habitat-for-humanity-9/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-river-habitat-for-humanity-9/#respond Tue, 07 Apr 2026 17:10:10 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-river-habitat-for-humanity-9/ 0 habitat-jason-25-200x200798821-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Work is about to get underway on eight new Habitat for Humanity homes on Stirrup Lane in Ladysmith. Jason Tickle says the project is part of their effort to expand affordable housing in the area. Those interested in future homes are encouraged to become l 00:44:14 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-legal-aid-works-3/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-legal-aid-works-3/#respond Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:50:32 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-legal-aid-works-3/ 0 legal-aid-works-ann-200x200737098-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Executive Director Ann Kloeckner sheds light on a critical gap in the legal system—civil cases where people facing serious issues like eviction, debt, or family matters are not guaranteed an attorney if they can’t afford one. She explains how this rea 00:44:49 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-rappahannock-adult-activities-3/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-rappahannock-adult-activities-3/#respond Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:28:03 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-rappahannock-adult-activities-3/ 0 alexis-fox-26-200x200513325-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Horticulture Manager Alexis Fox previews the annual Spring Plant Sale, which begins April 10 at 750 Kings Highway and runs through May 16. The sale will be open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Residents will 00:00 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-great-train-race-2/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-great-train-race-2/#respond Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:29:13 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-great-train-race-2/ 0 gtr-26-200x200929814-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Cait Woodward from Loisann's Hope House and Great Train Race Director Brian Pessolano preview the May 3rd race in downtown Fredericksburg.  The mile race for ages 6-17.  The 1/2 mile George Dashington and the 1/4 Cabose Run.   gtr.runfarc.com  00:45:17 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-triad-expo-for-senior-adults/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-triad-expo-for-senior-adults/#respond Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:02:17 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-triad-expo-for-senior-adults/ 0 amanda-steven-200x200177202-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Sgts. Amanda Mele of the Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office and Steven Curtis of the Stafford County Sheriff's Office preview a regional senior outreach event scheduled for April 4 in Fredericksburg. The Triad Expo for Senior Adults  takes  place fr 00:43:53 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-umw-coach-marcus-kahn/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-umw-coach-marcus-kahn/#respond Wed, 01 Apr 2026 01:18:11 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-umw-coach-marcus-kahn/ 0 adam-edit-200x20029721-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Adam West talks with Marcus Kahn ahead of University of Mary Washington’s national championship game this Sunday afternoon (4:30 ESPN+)  . The Eagles are on the brink of a title, and Kahn discusses the team’s mindset, preparation, and what it will ta 00:13:25 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg/#respond Mon, 30 Mar 2026 13:54:24 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/?post_type=episode&p=127241 0 kylie-colonial B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Curator of Collections Kylie Thomson previews “Witness to Revolution — 250 Years of History: Fredericksburg’s Role in the Revolution,” opening Friday from 6–8 PM at the Fredericksburg Area Museum on Princess Anne Street. We discuss the exhibit a 00:45:22 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-leashes/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-leashes/#respond Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:49:54 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-leashes-of-valor-10/ 0 leashes-xander-and-lisa-200x200476190-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Xander Hernandez and Lisa Dunnivan talk about fostering future service dogs with Leashes of Valor, sharing how the program works, the training involved, and the impact these dogs have on veterans—Xander from personal experience and Lisa through fosterin 00:45:17 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-virginia-renaissance-faire-7/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-virginia-renaissance-faire-7/#respond Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:46:34 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-virginia-renaissance-faire-7/ 0 ren-faire-26-mar-200x200672551-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Cornelia Rutherford, Fox Mealo Cornell, and Carmon Cornell preview the 2026 Ren Faire at the Lake Anna Winery, running May 9 through June 7, and discuss the need for volunteers—especially during current weekend set-up—while highlighting the Faire’s 00:45:17 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-riverside-center-for-the-performing-arts-14/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-riverside-center-for-the-performing-arts-14/#respond Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:00:24 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-riverside-center-for-the-performing-arts-14/ 0 riverside-2026-outside-200x200811027-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Patrick A'Hearn, CEO and Producing Artistic Director of the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts, talks about the theater’s current production of Little Women: The Broadway Musical, running through April 26, previews upcoming shows Guys and Dolls a 00:44:26 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-historic-fredericksburg-foundation/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-historic-fredericksburg-foundation/#respond Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:06:43 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-historic-fredericksburg-foundation/ 0 danae-march-26-200x200954003-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Danae Peckler of the Historic Fredericksburg Foundation discusses the work of historic preservation in Fredericksburg and the challenges that come with maintaining older structures in a growing community. She also talks about the role preservation plays i 00:44:49 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-curry-roberts/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-curry-roberts/#respond Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:26:43 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-curry-roberts/ 0 curry-roberts-march-26-200x200450580-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full As Curry Roberts prepares to retire as president of the Fredericksburg Regional Alliance at the University of Mary Washington, he reflects on a career in public service and economic development. He discusses his time in state government. The conversation 00:44:39 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-regional-library-14/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-regional-library-14/#respond Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:29:57 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-central-rappahannock-regional-library-14/ 0 library-reading-26-200x20024469-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Annie Brulatour, Salem Church Librarian, and Darcie Caswell, Director of Youth Services, highlight the importance of early literacy for young children. They say building reading skills early helps kids succeed as they grow and into adulthood. The conversa 00:45:43 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-spotsylvania-social-services-3/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-spotsylvania-social-services-3/#respond Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:10:49 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-spotsylvania-social-services-3/ 0 spotsy-social-services-march26-200x200208882-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Mark Travis, Long-Term Care Supervisor, and Amy Swift, Social Services Director, talk about why Long-Term Care services are so important for families in Spotsylvania County. They say these programs help older adults and people with disabilities stay safe, 00:44:52 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-the-george-washington-foundation-4/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-the-george-washington-foundation-4/#respond Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:46:42 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-the-george-washington-foundation-4/ 0 ferry-farm-dave-and-allison-200x200669305-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Dave Muraca and Allison Ellis highlight upcoming events at Kenmore and Ferry Farm. These include 18th Century Game Night on March 20, Colonial Faire on April 4, and the Virginia 250 event “Drums Along the Rappahannock” on April 25. For more details, v 00:45:45 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-mary-wash-day-and-other-things/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-mary-wash-day-and-other-things/#respond Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:05:52 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-mary-wash-day-and-other-things/ 0 umw-alumni-200x200451540-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Associate Vice President for Alumni and Donor Engagement Mark Thaden and Executive Director of Annual Giving Shelby Orlando preview Mary Wash Day, a high-energy 24-hour giving event running from March 25 at noon to March 26 at noon. The event highlights t 00:44:55 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-washington-heritage-museums-3/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-washington-heritage-museums-3/#respond Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:22:26 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-washington-heritage-museums-3/ 0 anne-darron-26-200x200208250-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full After helping preserve and interpret the region’s Colonial past, Executive Director Anne Darron is preparing to retire in April. The Mary Washington graduate reflects on her career in historic preservation, the importance of protecting local landmarks, 00:45:57 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-empowerhouse-3/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-empowerhouse-3/#respond Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:36:35 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-empowerhouse-3/ 0 empowerhouse-26-kathy-and-j-200x200616649-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Services Director Jackie Oliveira and Executive Director Kathy Anderson discuss children and youth programming in the schools and the role these programs play in teaching young people about healthy friendships and healthy relationships. Through education 00:45:20 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-free-press/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-free-press/#respond Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:57:07 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-fredericksburg-free-press/ 0 free-press-200x200485997-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Managing editor Joey LoMonaco and Board member Mitzi Brown talk about more than two years of building and growing the local non-profit news source. They talk about the challenges and rewards of community journalism, how the outlet has expanded its coverag 00:45:11 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-womans-club-of-fredericksburg/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-womans-club-of-fredericksburg/#respond Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:39:57 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-womans-club-of-fredericksburg/ 0 womans-club-200x200637639-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Marie Thomas and Jane Shelhorse talk about the long history and community work of the Woman’s Club of Fredericksburg, which is approaching 95 years of service in the region. The club has supported a wide range of civic, educational, and cultural initiat 00:44:48 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-slave-auction-block-memorial-2/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-slave-auction-block-memorial-2/#respond Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:10:28 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-slave-auction-block-memorial-2/ 0 auction-block-memorial-200x200472272-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Artist Eto Otitigbe and Dr. Gaila Sims talk about the planned Slave Auction Block Memorial at the corner of William and Charles Streets in downtown Fredericksburg. Otitigbe has spent months meeting with community members as he developed and refined the de 00:45:51 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-mental-health-america-of-fredericksburg/ https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-mental-health-america-of-fredericksburg/#respond Mon, 09 Mar 2026 15:18:43 +0000 https://www.b1015.com/episode/listen-town-talk-mental-health-america-of-fredericksburg/ 0 mha-fred-200x200186726-1 B101.5 Today's Best Music B101.5 Today's Best Music full Executive Director Hailey Jobin with an overview.  We talk about the organization’s Helpline, which connects people with local mental health resources.  We discuss programs like the Senior Visitors program and support groups offered throughout the reg 00:45:14