Town Talk

Jason Tickle with Central Rappahannock River Habitat for Humanity says construction on nine new homes in Ladysmith is set to begin soon.  We talk about their new strategic plan that includes projects across in Westmoreland, Essex, King and Queen, and Richmond counties.   Tickle says you play a critical role in affordable housing as a volunteer and donor. For more information or to get involved, visit crrhfh.org.

Ensuring that stories from around the area are collected, protected and shared.  The Central Rappahannock Heritage Center is a nonprofit dedicated to preserving local history. Roger Lawson, Billy Withers and Florence Barnick talk about the center’s work at 900 Barton Street in the gym of the old Maury School.   The center, run entirely by volunteers, offers access to archival materials and supports local research efforts. crhcarchives.org

The Sound of Music at Riverside August 20th thru October 26th.   Riverside's Patrick A'Hearn joined by Tim Rogan (Captain Von Trapp) and Sarah Mae Anderson (Maria).   riversidedt.com

Executive Director Anne Darron highlights expanded education programs for both students and teachers. New this year are Group Garden Tours, offering a fresh way to explore the historic Mary Washington House and Hugh Mercer Apothecary gardens. Darron also provides updates on recent graffiti at the Mary Washington Monument, previews the Bourbon and Boxwood fundraiser coming in October, and invites individuals and groups to get involved through volunteer opportunities.  washingtonheritagemuseums.org.

Mayo Carter and Danae Peckler preview Victory and Valor: World War II 80th Anniversary, a two-day commemorative event celebrating the legacy of the Greatest Generation. On Friday night, guests can step back in time at a lively USO Dance held at the historic former USO Club—now the Dorothy Hart Community Center on Canal Street—with period music, dancing, and vintage attire encouraged. Saturday’s events include a community blood drive and an open house featuring exhibits and stories from the World War II era.  hffi.org

Inform Fredericksburg advocates for transparency in city government.  Matt Kelly and Rick Pullen discuss the professional development travel expenditures of School Board members Jarvis Bailey and Malvina Kay--questioning value to taxpayers. Also a discussion on endorsed city council elections.

President and CEO Sam McKelvey and Curator of Collections Kylie Thomson preview upcoming events including At Home Archivists and Escape the Museum.  We talk about donating items and the FXBG History Archive--fxbghistoryarchive.org The museum is free and open to the public seven days a week this summer, offering fun and educational programs for all ages. Did you know you can also become a museum member and support local history? Membership offers special perks while helping the museum grow its community impact.  famva.org

Terry Rensel and Tim Talbott of the Central Virginia Battlefields Trust highlight the recent purchase of a crucial seven-acre tract along Brock Road and preview their annual fall conference, happening September 12–14.   cvbt.org

Sgt. Steven Curtis of the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office and Juanita Shanks of FailSafe-ERA preview  Sounding the Alarm, a special event happening this Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM at Hope Aglow Empowerment Church in Olde Greenwich. This event is part of an ongoing effort to support that community.   Sgt. Curtis says what the area needs most are people willing to give their time and businesses ready to invest in playgrounds and recreation centers to create safer, more supportive environments for youth.     failsafe-era.org