Town Talk With Ted Schubel Podcast

The University of Mary Washington will kick off its 2026 Great Lives series on January 20. Director Scott Harris says programs will be held nearly every Tuesday and Thursday at Dodd Auditorium, offering audiences an in-depth look

Lindsey Crawford from the James Monroe Museum and floral consultant Jan Williams preview the final Deck the Halls.  After 45 years, the event is coming to a close.  The final installment will again feature Williams demonstrating how

Kevin Rodrigue and D.D. Lecky preview the FXBG Pottery Throwdown, November 15th at Hurkamp Park in downtown Fredericksburg. The event brings together local potters for live demonstrations and one-of-a-kind pottery sales. We discuss the thoughtful decisions behind

Curator of Collections Kylie Thomson says the holidays are the perfect time to preserve family history—by labeling old photos, documenting stories behind heirlooms, and learning who’s who in family pictures. She also offers advice on properly storing

Anna Billingsley and Cait Woodward preview the annual Trees of Hope fundraiser, benefiting Loisann’s Hope House. The event features beautifully decorated and one-of-a-kind Christmas trees that will be on display and available for auction. A luncheon will

Jessica Jones and Alexis Fox with Rappahannock Adult Activities highlight how the horticulture program helps individuals with disabilities build skills, confidence, and community connections through hands-on gardening. There’s a new volunteer program on Tuesday beginning at 10am., 

On Halloween, Dave the Computer Guy talked about the darker side of the Internet, urging everyone to slow down and think before they click. He says rushing online leads to costly mistakes—especially when opening suspicious emails or

Founder Charlie Russell with SAWs Virginia says they’re facing an urgent need for a new location to store and build its pre-assembled wheelchair ramps, as the current building will soon be unavailable. The space is vital to

Chief Development Officer Chris Bowers with Leashes of Valor previews the upcoming graduation where five veterans will receive their service dogs — life-changing companions trained to support those who’ve served. He discusses the ongoing challenge of warrior

Assistant Branch Manager and Adult Services Department Head Erin Creighton and Branch Manager Craig Graziano with updates from the downtown library on Caroline Street. They discuss how the library serves as a vital community hub — connecting