After weeks of winter weather forced dozens of blood drive cancellations, American Red Cross officials say the need for donors is now critical. Alexis Innis says when drives are canceled, patients still need transfusions — surgeries, cancer
UMW Professors Elizabeth Johnson-Young and Michael Stebar join us to preview the University of Mary Washington’s Summer Enrichment Program. It’s a six-day, pre-college experience for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors — giving students a real
UMW Museums Executive Director Scott Harris joins us to talk about a special Valentine’s Day weekend at two historic sites — a Saturday evening dinner at Gari Melchers Home and Studio and a unique Sunday program at
Anne Little from the Virginia Bluebird Society and Tree Fredericksburg joins us to talk all things bluebirds — and a free Bluebird program coming up February 28th at the downtown library. We’ll also highlight the Spring Free
Erin Perkins and Anthony Salgado from the Rappahannock Area Health District join us to talk about how the Medical Reserve Corps steps up during local health emergencies — and the many other ways volunteers support the community
Dr. Chris Vaughn and Dr. Sudeep Menachery with Hematology Oncology Associates of Fredericksburg join us to talk about cancer care close to home. We discuss the latest advances in treatment, the challenges facing modern medicine, and why
Kathleen Daley-Becker, Melanie Johnson, and Von Young talk about B101.5’s Winter Wag-A-Thon and how it supports the Fredericksburg SPCA during the coldest months of the year. They also discuss the SPCA’s Not Your Average Valentine campaign, share
Gabe Pons, John and Leslie Leahy, and Gin Schaffer preview several upcoming fundraising events benefiting the Fairy Godmother Project, which supports families facing pediatric cancer. The events give the community multiple ways to get involved while helping
Dave Muraca and Allison Ellis with the George Washington Foundation preview Presidents’ Day at Ferry Farm, coming up February 16 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event features free parking, house tours, colonial games, a chance
Kathryn Willis and John Hennessy preview the Cultural Quilt lecture series, a free program that explores Fredericksburg’s sister cities and the role different cultures have played in shaping both the community and the nation. Held at the
