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On this episode, an inspiring story of overcoming the darkness of drug addiction with the guiding light of Winchester 'angels' and God. Randy Dunbar shares his emotional journey with Barry Lee.
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On this episode, best selling, historical true-crime author Sharon Virts joins Barry to talk about her historical thriller, "The Grays Of Truth". The novel was inspired by true events involving one of Baltimore's most powerful families.
Also on this week's show: 'Where did all the trick-or-treaters go?' and the 2024 Chain of Checks is underway!
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Retired clinical and forensic psychologist Bernie Lewis joins Barry this week to share his new venture in retirement as an author and photographer. Bernie tells the story of his book: "Kinnakeet Stories ... Short Stories Inspired by the Outer Banks".
Being that it's Halloween week, some fun tidbits about the 31st are included in the show.
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On the first half of this episode, Barry chats with Jim Coots of the Kiwanis Club of Winchester and Kelly Bober with the Child Safe Center. Jim is the chairman of the Community Pancake Day on 10/26 and the primary beneficiary of the funds raised is the Child Safe Center, promoting a collaborative response to child abuse.
On the second segment, Barry sits down with 'Joseph The Walking Mall Poet' who writes poetry by request for passersby on his antique typewriter. Joseph invites listeners to "In The Round: A Jazz Poetry Experience" on 11/2.
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It's a family adventure on this week's episode as Aaron Blight and Michael Gonzalez of the Family Search Center (The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 399 Apple Pie Ridge Road in Winchester) invite listeners to the 'Family History Celebration' on Saturday, October 26th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come celebrate your heritage, learn about different technologies that will help you with your family history adventure. Be inspired by cultural music, food tastings, dance, a scavenger hunt for the kids, with special instruction sessions on colorizing old photos and tapping into FamilySearch.org, the National Archives and more.
Stuart Scott from Richmond is the keynote speaker and will discuss family history as well as African-American family research.
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Joining Barry on the first segment is Rick Ours with the Winchester Area Temporary Transitional Shelter to discuss their 'Evening of Caring and Sharing' on 10/19 at the Elks Lodge 867.
On the second half, Michael Faison (Winchester NAACP), Pat Kadel (American Association of University Women, Winchester Chapter), and Lynn Altizer (American Red Cross Winchester Chapter) share the details of the 'Barriers Broken, Barriers That Remain' Women's Healthcare Forum on 10/19 at the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema.
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On this episode, Amanda Whitson and Bill Whitson (Billy Sous Food Truck and Catering) stop by to share information about 'Food For The Fight', a fundraiser to fight breast cancer on 10/5 at the Valley Health Wellness and Fitness Center. In addition to 'talks with a doc', there will be food trucks and a Bra Decorating Contest.
On the second half, Kristen Laise of Belle Grove Plantation maps out an exciting week as Belle Grove hosts the 2024 National Sheepdog Finals (over 150 dogs/handlers) 9/30 through 10/6. (www.bellegrove.org)
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On the first portion of this week's show Barry talks with Kyle Hayes about the 'Valleyhaven Furniture Bank', a nonprofit in Winchester that works with other local agencies to provide quality furnishings to those transitioning from adversity to stability. The organization's launch gala is October 5 at Horton's Nursery on Rt. 522.
The second interview features David Gum with White House Foods and a discussion of the local apple industry and harvest outlook.
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On the first part of this episode, Barry is joined by Andrea Cosans (Executive Director-CCAP), Bishop B.J. Custer (Winchester Church of Latter Day Saints) and Shannon Atkinson-Ganoe (Assistant Communication Director (Winchester Church of Latter Day Saints) who share information about the September 26th 'Community Connect and Serve Volunteer Fair'. This is an opportunity for area non-profits to network together, and for the community to stop by and chat with these non-profits about opportunities to volunteer.
On the second part of the show, Rick Miller stops by to invite the community to participate in the October 18th 'Turkeys For Sharing Golf Tournament' to help the Salvation Army put holiday turkeys on the tables of families in need.
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Joining Barry this week is Samantha Barber, Founder and President of "Reaching Out Now", a nonprofit that supports the valley's youth and empowers them to become individuals who contribute to their communities and achieve future aspirations. Samantha shares information about the upcoming 'Junior/Senior Planning Night' and the 'YES' (Youth Empowered for Success) Conference.
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This week Barry hosts a 'double feature':
Ashley Ferguson with Frederick County Parks and Rec invites humans and canines to the Charity Dog Walk and Pool Pawty at Sherando Park on September 14th.
Tina Stevens-Culbreath and Rodney Culbreath, founders of the "I'm Just Me Movement" share the good news of two grants the organization received to impact community wellness.
On the 'Brain-Buster Quiz', 1/3 of Americans would give up alcohol if they never had to do this again. Do what?
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Two special interviews on this episode:
1) The Adult Care Center of the Northern Shenandoah Valley is in a desperate search for a new physical home. Katie Devolites, Executive Director, shares the story of how they have provided a day program for adults for 30 years, and what they need to continue providing services.
2) Matt Emswiler and Josh Price relive a favorite childhood memory of the 'Hit List Video' store on Berryville Avenue in Winchester, and how they have spent over a year trying to find pictures and memorabilia.
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On this episode, Barry reconnects with a young listener that he met when she was 10 years old and waiting for a heart donor. This month Taylor White is celebrating her 15th anniversary with her 'new' heart!
Also on this episode, Ron Sheckels talks about the 'Victory Upward Sports' program for kids K4 to 8th grade at the Victory Church campus on Middle Road, Winchester.
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On this episode, Barry sits down with 'Mr. Happy', Leonard Kraemer who recently celebrated his 100th birthday. Leonard shares sweet stories of his 72 year marriage and raising 8 children, as well as his service to the U.S. Navy in World War II, and, trying out for the New York Yankees and becoming friends with Joe DiMaggio.
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This week Barry mentions the 'unmentionables' ... a salute to our underwear and some fun facts about our undies.
Barry also shares some observations about the Olympic games that continue this week.
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Barry is honored to have Jack Einstein join him on this week's show. Jack recently turned 100 and looks back on his life as a World War II veteran and shares memories of the Great Depression, how he met his wife, and how he is related to Albert Einstein. Jack's humor and spirit make for an enjoyable chat.
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Robyn Miller is the Executive Director of WATTS, Winchester Area Temporary Thermal Shelter, and she joins Barry on the show this week to talk about their 'cooling center'. Montague Avenue United Methodist Church in Winchester provides relief from the heat and snacks for the area homeless, or anyone seeking comfort.
www.watts-homelessshelter.org
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Joining Barry this week is Ali Gallagher, Outreach and Training Manager with Blue Ridge CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate). Ali is inviting volunteers to join this non-profit that advocates for the best interests of abused and neglected children, serving as the voice for these children in court proceedings and helping to ensure they are placed in safe and permanent homes.
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Since 1986, the Sinclair Health Clinic has been providing the uninsured and low-income citizens with excellent health care. On this episode, Dr. Mercedes Abbett, Executive Director, and Jennifer Hall, Director of Community Engagement share the latest information about the various services provided by the primary care clinic.
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Barry invites you to 'sit, stay', and enjoy the variety of programs that the Winchester Area SPCA offers to animals and animal lovers in the community. Executive Director Lavenda Denney describes a program that provides foster homes to pets of women who are in an abusive situation and seeking shelter at the Laurel Center, until they are in a safe place to be reunited with their pet.
From 'Adventure Tails' (volunteers taking the shelter dogs for a few hours to visit parks, go for a ride, etc.), to the "Raise The Woof" renovation project, to a calendar pet photo contest and more, there's a lot to learn and celebrate on this episode.
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