Executive Director Rebecca Purdy and Deputy Executive Director Adriana Puckett talk about the value of the library, the budget, the challenge of e-books for all library budgets, and reaching the 65+ population.  librarypoint.org

Matt Kelly and Rick Pullen talk about transparency in Fredericksburg government.  Discussion on taxes, schools and data centers.

Courtney Mersiowsky, Callie Brown and Amanda Richardson preview Earth Day (on the 26th).  Discussions on summer camps,  the Farmer's Market, Picnic in the Park and Motts Run.  fxbgparks.com

South Stafford resident Lynda Allen has written her second book in the Liv Wilde Mystery series--"Flashes of a Dying Hour."    It's set in Fredericksburg with an Edgar Allen Poe theme!    lyndaallenwrites.com

Capt. Rashawn Cowles with Fredericksburg City Police talks about the annual Law Enforcement United Ride for fallen officers May 9th thru the 12th.  Water/energy drinks/snacks needed.   Drop them off at the City Police Headquarters on Cowen Blvd. or the Courthouse downtown on Princess Anne Street.

Teresa Segelken, Kimberly Young and Christy Pack talks about UMW master's level programs and opportunities for adult and nontraditional learners.   There's a special half-day conference May 15 focusing on changing economic times.

Executive Director Kathy Anderson defines domestic violence and talks about ways it's carried out.   Discussion on the programs available locally and the benefits of having a staff with years of experience.   Funds needed to continue to carry out programs.  empowerhouseva.org    24-hour hotline:   540-373-9373.

Mac Williams and Jason Tickle talk with an update--building begins in Ladysmith in June.   Volunteers--and teams of volunteers are welcome.    crrhfh.org

Executive Director Elizabeth McNally talks about their work during National Child Abuse Prevention Month.   Safe Harbor provides a place and a process that gives children hope and healing.   Safe Harbor receives funding from many sources, including the community.   safeharborva.org

Libby, Trip Lloyd, and Cornelia Rutherford preview the 2025 Ren Faire at Lake Anna Winery--weekends May 10th - June 8th. Tickets only available online at varf.org