Town Talk

Kathy Anderson with information on a fire caused by lightning at the women’s domestic violence shelter.  She talks about the damage and how you can help.  empowerhouseva.org   Hotline number:  540-373-9373

Fredericksburg immigration lawyer Jennifer Cervantes talks about the work of Spero Worldwide.  They’re raising money to get over 800 people out of Afghanistan and to Brazil.  To raise money there’s a raffle for a Tesla.  freedomraffle.org

Library Director Martha Hutzel talks with us about IdeaSpace, the 50 state library card display, Friends of the Library and the Library Speakers Consortium.

Ruby Brabo, Steve Weissman and Ryan McGill talk about the work of the Virginia Professional Firefighter Charitable Foundation and the Virginia Chapter of the Firefighter Cancer Support Network.  Much is being done to educate and assist.

Robert Biedermann, Kathy Halenda and Patrick A’Hearn talk about “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner, ” thru September 3.  They’re the Draytons.

Executive Director Patricia Wolfrey talks about the need for blood (redcrossblood.org), volunteer opportunities,  preparing for hurricanes and safety tips.

Habitat for Humanity of Caroline County and the George Washington Regional Commission.  Stephanie Ball, Chip Boyles and Jason Tickle.   Updates on a 2 million dollar affordable housing grant.

Micah’s Meghann Cotter with an update on the Jeremiah Project–looking for 10-15 acres. They’re also working to provide healthcare and employment options to the homeless.   micahfredericksburg.org  

Dave the Computer Guy talks about keeping kids safe on the Internet, best antivirus, surge protectors battery backups and power strips.  

Bill Harris and Gabe Pons preview Art Attack in downtown Fredericksburg on October 1.   It’s open to any art.   Details at artattackproject.com