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Talk Local To Me

Talk Local To Me

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Talk Local to me is presented by the Central Virginia Business Coalition and is a live show on Wednesdays at noon!Media Squatch Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • The Kidd Team Insurance and Love Heals

    The Kidd Team Insurance and Love Heals
    Apr 15 2026
    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather and Mike recap their successful Home and Health Expo before welcoming two guests. Amanda from The Kidd Team explains how her agency helps Central Virginians navigate Medicare, Medicaid, and health insurance, debunking common enrollment myths. Courtney and Sarah from Love Heals nonprofit discuss their mission of supporting people facing medical hardships through benefit concerts, caregiver meetups, and community advocacy. The episode highlights an upcoming concert benefiting community member Ashley, recovering from surgery complications, with the Central Virginia Business Coalition serving as a presenting sponsor.
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Tea Time: Chapel Creek Farms

    Tea Time: Chapel Creek Farms
    Apr 14 2026
    Melody Divers of Chapel Creek Farms shares how she and her husband, Johnny, transitioned from teaching and landscaping to full-time farming across 2,000 acres in Bedford County. Named after their two sons, Chapel Creek Farms offers grass-fed beef shares, seasonal cider, and agritourism events. Melody discusses the challenges of learning business skills from scratch, the value of community support, and the importance of building a lasting family legacy. She also highlights their upcoming “Burgers and Bluegrass” event on April 25th in Montvale, Virginia.
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    20 mins
  • Hill City Picnics and PJ at the Lake

    Hill City Picnics and PJ at the Lake
    Apr 8 2026
    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Heather Alto flies solo, covering upcoming local events including the Central Virginia Home and Garden Show, the Empower Women's Conference, and the CVABC Open putt-putt tournament. Guest Danielle introduces Hill City Picnics, her luxury picnic experience business in Lynchburg, offering curated setups for dates, proposals, and group events. Real estate agent PJ then discusses Smith Mountain Lake's appeal, shares tips on avoiding contractor scams, and promotes the fifth annual SML Buzz community event benefiting local nonprofits.
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    55 mins
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