
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.
Town Talk REcent Episodes
LISTEN: Town Talk/Rappahannock Education Farm
Here’s a sign spring is near–the Rappahannock Education Farm is about to begin volunteer hours again. Rich Larochelle looks back at lessons learned in 2025 and plans for 2026—including use this year of a barn and greenhouse
LISTEN: Town Talk/Leadership
Leadership coach Janelle Donohue works with individuals and organizations to strengthen teams and improve workplace effectiveness. In this conversation, she breaks down the Six Types of Working Genius framework — Wonder, Invention, Discernment, Galvanizing, Enablement and Tenacity
LISTEN: Town Talk/FailSafe-Era
Juanita Shanks previews the upcoming Hall of Change Gala on April 11, highlighting the impact of Failsafe-ERA’s work supporting families affected by incarceration. The evening will showcase success stories, raise critical funds, and shine a light on
LISTEN: Town Talk/Leashes of Valor
Chris Bowers, Linda Palmer and Jason Haag say the growing demand for service dogs means Leashes of Valor urgently needs more foster families. To continue pairing highly trained dogs with veterans, the organization relies on dedicated volunteers
LISTEN: Town Talk/Habitat for Humanity building in Caroline
Jason Tickle shares an update on the upcoming build(s) in Ladysmith — and construction is about to begin. Volunteers are especially needed in the middle of the week, with opportunities available for individuals and groups ready to
LISTEN: Town Talk/Coldest Night of the Year
Jill Clare and Meghann Cotter preview Micah’s February 28 community walk, with registration at Riverfront Park beginning at 4 p.m. and the walk stepping off just after 5. They discuss what participants can expect at the event.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Virginia Renaissance Faire
Ray Bullock, Cornelia Rutherford and Steven Loy preview auditions for the Virginia Renaissance Faire, with opportunities for performers of all ages to get involved. Auditions are set for March 7 at the Salem Church Library and March
LISTEN: Town Talk/Riverside Center for the Performing Arts
Director Carson Eubank joins Sarah Mae Anderson, who plays Meg, and Ashlee Beary, who stars as Jo, to preview Little Women the musical at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts. The beloved story of the March sisters
LISTEN: Town Talk/Special Olympics Virginia
Beau Dails and Abby Farley discuss the growing reach of Special Olympics Virginia and the athletes preparing to compete at the State Basketball Championships this weekend in Henrico. Beau participates in nearly every sport offered and recently
LISTEN: Town Talk/Loisann’s Hope House
Heather Cohen and Cait Woodward say the need to support homeless families in our community is immediate — and growing. Right now, they are urgently seeking the donation of a pickup truck to help transport supplies and
























