Saturday, October 28, 201710/28/2017

Preston Reilly – Too Patriotic for the Neighborhood

It’s often referred to as the “last refuge of scoundrels”. It’s been known to cause “us-against-them” social impulses and is filled with emotion. Nevertheless, patriotism—outward, vocal, and spirited still plays a significant role in American politics. Can you you be too patriotic? Preston Reilly joins Wendy Edwards to talk about his neighborhood, issues with his homeowner’s association, and being a proud, patriotic American in today’s white-hot political climate.

Saturday, October 14, 201710/14/2017

Captain Jonathan Williams – Fire Prevention Week

With a drought warning in place here, and raging wildfires in California, this week, Charlottesville Firefighters are observing Fire Prevention Week, and are informing the community on the best ways to prevent accidental fires especially during these extreme dry conditions.

Saturday, October 14, 201710/14/2017

Jody Saunders – Deadline for Voter Registration

With Election Day fast approaching, the last day to register or update your voter registration information before the November 7, 2017 general election is on Monday, October 16.

Jody Saunders, Albemarle Co. Communications Specialist, joins Wendy Edwards to talk about how you can get yourself ready to vote!

Saturday, October 14, 201710/14/2017

Lindsey Harrison – Girls in Boy Scouts

Starting next year, young girls can join Cub Scout units, known as dens. Local scouting organizations can choose to have dens for girls and dens for boys. “Cub Scout dens will be single-gender – all boys or all girls,” the organization said in a statement.

Saturday, October 7, 201710/07/2017

Jody Saunders – Albemarle County Citizens Survey Results

The People of Albemarle are generally happy with where they live and how things are going according to a recent citizens survey. Wendy talks with the county’s Communications specialist, Jody Saunders, who will reveal what residents like and dislike most.

Saturday, October 7, 201710/07/2017

Jason Whitehead – Pacem

The Executive Director of PACEM homeless shelter listens to Wendy gush about the program and tries to get a word in. Volunteers are needed as we approach the cold weather months. PACEM provides a hot meal and a pillow for every head who does not currently have a place to call home. There are openings which can benefit from your skills and knowledge. Visit PACEMshelter.org and listen to this engaging conversation about what it’s like to be a volunteer and how spending time with homeless individuals affects your life.

Saturday, September 30, 201709/30/2017

Dr. Arnold Popkin – Birthday Concert

Retired Charlottesville ophthalmologist Dr.Arnold Popkin will celebrate his 80th birthday on Sunday, October, 1, by playing a concert at Charlottesville’s First Presbyterian Church starting at 3 pm.

Saturday, September 30, 201709/30/2017

Brandon Garrett – End of the Death Penalty

Is the death penalty at the End of its Rope? Can Killing the Death Penalty Can Revive Criminal Justice?

When Henry McCollum was condemned to death in 1984 in rural North Carolina, death sentences were commonplace. In 2014, DNA tests set McCollum free. By then, death sentences were as rare as lethal lightning strikes. To most observers this national trend came as a surprise. What changed?

Saturday, September 30, 201709/30/2017

Jack Maxwell and Lisa Bittner – Twilight Tours of Scottsville

The Scottsville Museum announces the fifth annual “Twilight Tours through Scottsville History,” happening on Saturday and Sunday, 21-22 October 2017.  Come and take a lamplight stroll through historic Scottsville with your tour guide and encounter town residents from bygone eras.

Jack Maxwell and Lisa Bittner join Wendy Edwards to preview.

Saturday, September 23, 201709/23/2017

Carol Coffey – Registration Now Open For Core Skills and GED® Classes at TJACE at PVCC

Registration is now open for core skills and GED® classes at Piedmont Virginia Community College’s Thomas Jefferson Adult Career and Education (TJACE) Center, located at 935-A Second Street SE at IX Art Park in Charlottesville. Carol Coffey of TJACE at PVCC has details.

Carol Coffey joins Wendy Edwards to discuss this exciting opportunity.