Podcasts about Eastern Shore

In this episode of After the Accident, we're joined by Partner Bill O'Mara for our Ask the Expert series. If you ride—or know someone who does—this episode is worth a listen. Bill breaks down some of the most common injuries motorcyclists face after an accident, what signs to watch for, and why getting the right care (and legal help) early matters.It's riding season in Hampton Roads, so whether you're on two wheels or behind the wheel of a car, tune in for a reminder to stay alert, look twice, and share the road safely.Learn more about motorcyclist injuries here: https://cooperhurley.com/virginia-injury/motorcycle-accident-lawyer/ABOUT COOPER HURLEY INJURY LAWYERSCooper Hurley Injury Lawyers helps those injured in car, truck, and motorcycle wrecks or other serious injury and wrongful death cases. Our Virginia-based firm is located in Norfolk, Virginia with client meeting locations in all of the cities of Hampton Roads and on the Eastern Shore.Our partners, John Cooper, Jim Hurley, Bill O'Mara, Griff O'Hanlon, and John Baker, have decades of experience and have secured millions for accident, TBI, railroad, slip and fall, and medical malpractice victims.Injured in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident in Hampton Roads? Get help now at 757-333-3333.Or, visit us online at: https://cooperhurley.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VirginiaBeachinjurylawyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/CooperHurleyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cooper-hurley-injury-lawyers/

Drop In: Skateboardings Cultural Influence On The Lower Shore. Recorded at the Exhbit Opening on June 20, 2025 in Salisbury, MD. In this episode I talk withMarc Emond, Chris Garrity, Aspen "Jeffery" Ward, Lisa Pabich, Pat Speidel, Mike Buxbaum, Aaron Levinthal, Brian Marlowe, Bradford Morris, Denny Riordon, Gary Moore, Raye-valion Gillette, and Dan Heyman

This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek is joined by Meteorologist Erich Ahlf to talk about the early summer heat wave that has pushed temperatures to record limits across Delmarva. They discuss how unusual it is to have such a dangerous heat wave in late June and how this stacks up against past early heat waves. They also talk about the relief that's in play for later in the week that will bring temperatures back to more seasonal norms for heat.

The latest survey found only 18 ospreys living along the seaside of the peninsula.

This week, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant talk about the upcoming stretch of heat that will coincide with the seasonal transition to summer. They talk about how the heat will come in 2 phases and why the second phase will likely be the worst of the 2. With the oppressive environment, the chance for relief will be low, however severe storms may be possible before the end of the week.

The end of the week at Town Crier Productions means it is time for another audio edition produced in the form of a podcast! Newer readers may not know that for many years, all of these versions went out in sonic form. Will that ever happen again? Perhaps. Perhaps not. Perhaps all effort in the future will go toward a version not unlike Bazooka Joe comics? In any case, I'm Sean Tubbs and it may be time to get on with the show.In this edition:* Charlottesville City Manager Sam Sanders addresses several issues including FEI, Sanctuary City list, arrest of man who painted crosswalk across Elliott Avenue (learn more)* Sanders reduces contingency spending request after appearing on Sanctuary City list (learn more)* All bids for Albemarle Charlottesville Regional Jail renovation exceed budget (learn more)* Albemarle County Supervisors deny a request to fill in the floodplain for an industrial building in the Woolen Mills* Rivanna Water and Sewer Authority adopts budget for FY2026, $550 million capital improvement program (learn more)Charlottesville Community Engagement is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.First shout-out: Plant Virginia NativesSpring is here and there's still time to plan for upgrades to your outdoors. You can take some time to get ready for spring! Check out Plant Virginia Natives!Plant Virginia Natives is part of a partnership with ten regional campaigns for ten different ecosystems across Virginia, from the Northern Piedmont to the Eastern Shore. Take a look at the full map below for the campaign for native species where you are in the Commonwealth. For the Charlottesville area, download a free copy of the handbook: Piedmont Native Plants: A Guide for Landscapes and Gardens.Plant Northern Piedmont Natives is for anyone who works with native plants, whether you are a property owner, private consultant, landscape designer, nursery operator, conservation group, or local government.Second shout out: Cville Village?Can you drive a neighbor to a doctor's appointment? Change an overhead lightbulb, plant a flower, walk a dog for someone who is sick, visit someone who is lonely? If so, Cville Village needs you!Cville Village is a local 501c3 nonprofit organization loosely affiliated with a national network of Villages whose goals are to help seniors stay in their own homes as long as possible, and to build connections among them that diminish social isolation. Volunteers do small chores for, and have gatherings of, professors and schoolteachers, nurses and lawyers, aides and housekeepers. Time and chance come to all – a fall, an order not to drive, failing eyesight, a sudden stroke. They assist folks continue living at home, with a little help from their friends.Cville Village volunteers consult software that shows them who has requested a service and where they are located. Volunteers accept only the requests that fit their schedule and their skills.Volunteering for Cville Village can expand your circle of friends and shower you with thanks.To learn more, visit cvillevillage.org or attend one of their monthly Village “meet-ups” and see for yourself. To find out where and when the next meetup is, or to get more information and a volunteer application, email us at info@cvillevillage.org, or call them at (434) 218-3727. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

On this week's edition of WeatherWise, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the Canadian wildlife smoke seen on Delmarva the past few days, plus the cool second half of May and the upcoming warming trend.

Ryan Davis is a digital pioneer and award-winning strategist at the intersection of politics, technology, and culture. Born on Maryland's Eastern Shore in 1982, he's been online since the dial-up era—launching a teen e-zine, organizing gaming nights, and volunteering for John McCain—all before finishing high school.He moved to NYC in 2000 to study theatre and political communications, working in both off-Broadway theatre and grassroots politics. In 2003, he joined Howard Dean's groundbreaking digital team, producing for Blog for America and organizing in 36 states.Since then, Ryan has led digital strategy for campaigns (Mark Green, Norman Siegel), advocacy groups, and startups. At Blue State Digital, he helped shape strategy for Obama 2012, Microsoft, and the marriage equality movement, co-founding the award-winning campaign The Four 2012.He co-founded Bushwick Digital in 2014, partnering with Alicia Keys on criminal justice reform, and in 2019, launched People First, the first influencer marketing firm in Democratic politics. The agency has since won top Reed and Pollie Awards and led major campaigns in the 2020 election and COVID vaccine rollout.Outside of work, Ryan co-hosts Out of Office: A Travel Podcast and the Influencer Impact podcast. He publishes The Month in Digital newsletter and splits his time between Latin America and Europe. He serves as Board Chair of MJV and advises ag-tech startup Calyx, bringing his strategic mind and love of storytelling to every project.

Ryan Davis is a digital pioneer and award-winning strategist at the intersection of politics, technology, and culture. Born on Maryland's Eastern Shore in 1982, he's been online since the dial-up era—launching a teen e-zine, organizing gaming nights, and volunteering for John McCain—all before finishing high school.He moved to NYC in 2000 to study theatre and political communications, working in both off-Broadway theatre and grassroots politics. In 2003, he joined Howard Dean's groundbreaking digital team, producing for Blog for America and organizing in 36 states.Since then, Ryan has led digital strategy for campaigns (Mark Green, Norman Siegel), advocacy groups, and startups. At Blue State Digital, he helped shape strategy for Obama 2012, Microsoft, and the marriage equality movement, co-founding the award-winning campaign The Four 2012.He co-founded Bushwick Digital in 2014, partnering with Alicia Keys on criminal justice reform, and in 2019, launched People First, the first influencer marketing firm in Democratic politics. The agency has since won top Reed and Pollie Awards and led major campaigns in the 2020 election and COVID vaccine rollout.Outside of work, Ryan co-hosts Out of Office: A Travel Podcast and the Influencer Impact podcast. He publishes The Month in Digital newsletter and splits his time between Latin America and Europe. He serves as Board Chair of MJV and advises ag-tech startup Calyx, bringing his strategic mind and love of storytelling to every project.

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the evolving pattern heading into the final days of May. After a beautiful Memorial Day weekend, more needed rain arrives midweek. 

Following the inaugural Alumni Invitational through a partnership with the Eastern Shore Land Conservancy, Marie and Jess are joined by Communications Manager Caitlin Fisher, the brainchild behind the exhibition, to discuss the motivation behind the project and to debrief on how it went. Founded in 1990, Eastern Shore Land Conservancy is a non-profit organization dedicated to conserving land on Maryland's Eastern Shore. From farm fields to marshes to woodlands and public trails, it is our mission to conserve, steward, and advocate for the unique rural landscape for generations to come. Follow the Eastern Shore Land Conservancy: Official Site Facebook Instagram X YouTube Follow Plein Air Easton: Official Site Facebook Instagram YouTube To inquire about being a guest or sponsoring the Plein Air Easton Podcast, send us an email at info@pleinaireaston.com. Music in this episode was generously provided by Blue Dot Sessions and Scott Gratton.

What happens when a young boy riding ponies in the Pocomoke State Forest hears an unexplainable growl — and decades later finds himself face to face with something that should not exist?In this chilling episode of Bigfoot Society, host Jeremiah Byron sits down with Alan, a lifelong outdoorsman originally from Maryland's Eastern Shore. From mysterious claw marks in sandy forest roads to an entire town's obsession with “The Egg People,” Alan takes us through a lifetime of eerie experiences — including a roadside encounter near Fruitland, MD, where a Sasquatch stood just feet from his car and reached toward his open window.You'll hear stories from Pocomoke State Forest, Apes Hole Creek, Meadow Bridge Road, and Beaver Creek, Kansas — including terrifying moans in the woods, trees shaking violently with no wind, and a creature so large it darkened the fog.More than just encounters, this episode uncovers a forgotten hotspot of Sasquatch activity in Eastern Maryland and reminds us that sometimes the strangest places are right in our backyard.

This edition of the Gospel of Thomas welcomes in Kaia McKenna. Kaia is a professional wrestler hailing from Maryland's Eastern Shore. She also started training relatively late in life. NOt the typical combination.Luckily, she's persistent, level headed, and comes from a supportive familial extended coven. Yes, she's a witch. But a good witch. Mostly. 

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This week, Meteorologist Jake Grant and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back to recap the severe weather event that occurred this past Friday, which notably produced an EF-1 tornado. They discuss the setup and track of the tornado that tracked across parts of Dorchester and Sussex counties.

Hey Slaycaters, you're in for a special treat because this case embodies the perfect Slaycation. In 1998, Kim and Steve Hricko booked a romantic, Valentine's weekend getaway at a golf resort on Maryland's Eastern Shore. Not only would love be in the air — but also murder — because included in the package was a staged murder mystery play where guests get to solve a whodunit!  Unfortunately, the theatrical performance wouldn't be the only death that weekend.  Instead of rekindling their love, Kim and Steve's vacation would go up in flames when their hotel room mysteriously caught fire.  Was it an accident or murder? You won't believe how this case was miraculously solved — or, how hard it is for Kim to say, “miraculously!”  As always, thanks for Slaycating with us and please stay safe out there!   SUBSCRIBE to SLAYCATION PLUS right in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on our website: https://plus.slaycation.wtf/supporters/pricing   For AD FREE LISTENING and weekly 'MORE KIM' Bonus Segments. INTERACT WITH THE HOSTS ON FACEBOOK by joining our SLAYCATERS ONLY FACEBOOK GROUP:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/slaycatersonly Get behind the scenes photos; updates; photos from the cases and more! SLAYCATION MERCH!  Get top quality ‘Pack Your Body Bags" tote bags, as well as Slaycation T-shirts, towels, sandals, fanny packs, stickers and more available at:  https://plus.slaycation.wtf/collections/all MORE INFO:  to learn more about Slaycation, the Hosts go to: www.slaycation.wtf EMAIL US AT:  info@slaycation.wtf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, K. Wilkes is in conversation with Talib Jasir, Founder of Afros & Audio.  Talib shares his journey from a close-knit community upbringing on the Eastern Shore of Maryland to becoming the founder of Afros & Audio, a festival dedicated to Black podcast creators. He discusses how his childhood experiences shaped his creativity and storytelling abilities, the importance of community in his endeavors, and the intentionality behind creating a festival that fosters collaboration and support among creatives. Talib emphasizes the significance of representation in audio storytelling and the need for a supportive ecosystem for independent creators in the podcasting industry. In this conversation, Talib Jasir discusses the importance of community in building Afros & Audio, sharing insights on how he found support and collaborators for the initiative. He reflects on the evolution of Afros & Audio, its vision for the future, and the significance of creating a transformative space for Black creatives.  The conversation also explores the importance of following one's dreams and embracing the creative journey, reminding us that life is a long path meant for bold, fearless aspiration. Highlights03:00The Roots of Creativity: Talib's Upbringing12:57The Birth of Afros & Audio: A Community Initiative23:02Creating a Festival: The Intentional Experience of Afros & Audio34:57Building a Community for Afros & Audio46:39The Vision and Future of Afros & Audio56:37Pursuing Dreams and Creative JourneysGuest Info/ResourcesWebsitehttps://www.afrosandaudio.com/Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/afrosandaudio/YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@afrosandaudioLike what you heard? Share with others and follow us @ponderingthoughtspodcast Instagram

Our past Vote for a Cause winners are back to share how YOUR votes helped them make a real difference in our community. Hear how they used their donations—and why they're encouraging new causes to get involved. Cast your vote today and help another local cause thrive.Voting only takes a minute!Here's how to do it: 1) Join our Facebook family by following us. 2) Nominate or vote for your favorite non-profit at voteforacause.com3) Watch us announce the names of the winners via Facebook Live on 5/16 at noonLet your friends and family know, too!

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant are back this week to talk about the final days of April and what's expected heading into May. As Rich talks about, the start of May is sometimes referred to as the unofficial start of the warm season when people start to head to the beaches on the weekends. 

Like the episode? Let us know with a quick text!Join us as Dr. Justin shares his fascinating journey from being a high school athlete turned pole vault state champion, thanks to an unexpected encounter with a chiropractor, to his calling as a chiropractor himself.Learn about his philosophy on injury prevention, patient care, and the advanced techniques he employs at Eastern Shore Chiropractic Clinic.Dr. Justin also delves into the specifics of treating athletic injuries, the importance of strength training, proper footwear, and how he balances his busy professional life with coaching and personal passions.Plus, get practical advice for endurance athletes dealing with iron deficiency, and discover the specialized care provided for pregnant women and new moms.Dr. Justin Southall (Eastern Shore Chiropractic) - https://www.easternshorechiropractics.com/Shout OutsDr. Stephanie HarrisonDr. Jeremy QuintMeredith NationsDr. SpainJordon DuboseDr. Kyle BuckerDr. Luke FondrenAshleyCarolineDr. Tobie SouthallDr. Ellie RainwaterLynsey GuinnSupport the showFor more details on Run Your Story happenings, including signing up for our upcoming training program, visit https://runyourstory.com/For web development, coding tutoring, or tech services, visit https://gaillardts.com/Go Run Your Story and take a piece of this story with you! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest news on upcoming episodes. Support me on Patreon!Can't wait to hear Your Run Story!! Thank you to all of our Patreon supporters!Kristen RatherSteve TaylorMary TrufantSuzanne CristSuzanne ClarkAnna SzymanskiDave McDonaldKarla McInnisJames ContrattoJordan DuBoseCristy EvansSharonda ShulaNell GustavsonMeredith NationsAllyson SwannChris Strayhorn

Meteorologists Jake Grant and Erich Ahlf talk about our Easter weekend weather and take a look back at past weather on Easter. They also talk about the rare instances when Delmarva has received a snow storm in the month of April!

CCE-850ALast week I asked listeners of the podcast to let me know if they were tuning in, and sure enough, several of you did reach out! So, perhaps this Friday edition of the newsletter going out as a podcast will continue. Today's edition doesn't have any new information but instead is an audio summary of some of what has been going on with voices from some of the decision-makers.I'm Sean Tubbs, and this one's a bit of a puzzle to put together. In the print edition below you'll see new versions of a couple of the stories as I had to develop a new script. I have not included the images, but these podcasts will now have normal shout-outs. No more house ads!Two stories in this edition, both about Charlottesville's budget for FY2026:* City Council makes last minute decisions at final work session before tonight's vote on $265M budget* Council adopts $265.2 million budget after another conversation about transit fundingFirst shout-out: Plant Virginia NativesSpring is here and there's still time to plan for upgrades to your outdoors. You can take some time to get ready for spring! Check out Plant Virginia Natives!Plant Virginia Natives is part of a partnership with ten regional campaigns for ten different ecosystems across Virginia, from the Northern Piedmont to the Eastern Shore. Take a look at the full map below for the campaign for native species where you are in the Commonwealth. For the Charlottesville area, download a free copy of the handbook: Piedmont Native Plants: A Guide for Landscapes and Gardens.Plant Northern Piedmont Natives is for anyone who works with native plants, whether you are a property owner, private consultant, landscape designer, nursery operator, conservation group, or local government.(image)A summary of the April 10, 2025 Charlottesville City Council budget work sessionOne of the challenges of doing a podcast version at the end of a week is that I may have to rearrange two previous stories in order for the audio edition to make sense. That's the case this week with Charlottesville City Council's adoption of a $265.2 million budget for fiscal year 2026. That happened on April 14 at a special meeting.But before we get to that, we have to go back to the work session held on April 10.In Charlottesville, the budget process never really stops. In fact, it keeps on going up to the last minute of adoption. New items were added at the work session that had not previously come up.At the beginning of the April 10 work session, they learned about additional spending that can happen because new funding has been found since the beginning of the budget process in March.“We do have supplemental revenue over and above the proposed budget of $774,263,” said Krisy Hammill, the city's budget director.The driver of that change was an additional $700,000 increase in Business and Professional Licenses that had not been factored in.There were many numbers thrown around during the final work session. Before Council signed off on how to spend that money, City Manager Sam Sanders went through how $915,620 in “Council Discretionary Funds” would be spent to leave a balance of $440,406 to spend.“Kind of thinking that with all the volatility that we have in DC, there could very easily be a series of moments that come up and that this would give you the flexibility to make some decisions and how we could support gaps in what could happen based on decisions and how it actually lands in the community,” Sanders said.Staff codified a list of what Council had already decided to spend over the course of four budget work sessions.* $250,000 to the Blue Ridge Coalition for the Homeless to cover the costs of a federal grant not obtained because there was an error related to a recent leadership transition.* $162,000 to the Piedmont Housing Alliance to pay for the cost of staff who work on eviction prevention.* $50,000 in cash to the Piedmont Housing Alliance related to eviction prevention.* An additional $43,150 to the Boys and Girls Club for a total of $116,000 in the FY26 budget.* An additional $28,800 to Lighthouse Studios to fund two programs for a total funding of $40,000 in the FY26 budget.* An additional $6,000 to Loaves and Fishes to bring their total funding to $50,000 for FY26.* An additional $1,200 to Piedmont CASA for a total of $10,000.* An additional $6,600 to Live Arts for a total of $16,000.* An additional $7,100 to Legal Aid Justice Center for a total of $40,000* An additional $1,500 to SARA for a total of $25,000.* A total of $104,261 in capital improvement program funds will be redirected to the Dogwood Vietnam Memorial. Read this story for more information.At the meeting, Hammill handed out a spreadsheet that provided more details about other programs that were added to the list such as an annual payment to the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center. This was initially left out of the budget because the organization did not fill out an application through a portal called Zoom Grants.The payment to the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center was $228,993 in FY2024 and $246,993 in FY2025. The organization is considered fundamental which means it no longer has to compete for funding through the Vibrant Community Fund process . The payment for FY2026 will be $228,200.“By not submitting through Zoom Grants, they didn't appear on the list, but they didn't know that they had to still submit through Zoom Grants,” Sanders said. “So we have some course corrections that we need to do there and making sure that everyone understands what they have to do still, even though they're in a non competitive round.”Sanders said there was a similar error with the Charlottesville Redevelopment and Housing Authority. That government body is considered “fundamental” but also sought additional funding.“We have to have a conversation with them about their pursuits of funding going forward to your point they could be here and in the competitive rounds,” Sanders said. “I don't particularly care for that. I think that makes it double dipping.”Sanders said Deputy City Manager James Freas and the Office of Community Solutions are currently performing an audit of CRHA as a way of building a better working relationship.City Councilor Michael Payne, a member of the CRHA Board, called for a joint work session to plan for the likelihood of reduced federal funding for public housing units.At one point in the conversation, Council initially signaled a willingness to add an additional $16,000 to the United Way for their Prosper program. Deputy City Manager Ashley Marshall made a pitch for the program at the April 10 meeting. The program had previously been called the Financial Resiliency Task Force.Another last minute item is $30,000 for the Tonsler League headed by former City Councilor and current CRHA Chair Wes Bellamy. The organization had expected that the City of Charlottesville would have received an additional $250,000 from the state government for operations, but Governor Glenn Youngkin recently vetoed that from the budget.“He received a $250,000 grant for this current year that ends in June,” Sanders said. “I am planning to check with him to see if. If he will expend all of that and avoid the risk of having to send anything back.”Council supported giving the Tonsler League $30,000.At half an hour into the final budget work session held three days after the final public hearing, Sanders asked Council if there was any other item they might want to fund and gave them the current balance.“The question that we are really posing at this point is, is there anything else that you all have been pondering?” Sanders asked. “Because we try to remind you that this is the end of the road and we are truly down to $394,000 that today, right now at this moment, is your Council Strategic Initiatives Fund.”That prompted Councilor Lloyd Snook to express a concern.“So we haven't even gotten to the fiscal year and we've already cut it down?” Snook asked.“That's correct,” Sanders said.Snook said he felt the process was not appropriate.“I find myself trying to figure out what possible process we're advancing here,” Snook said. “And the answer is it's still back to whatever anybody throws up against the wall at Council at the last minute. I just think that's a terrible way to do business.”Sanders said he understood Snook's concern.“I understand and appreciate the last minute nature of it and I'm not a fan of always doing that and I think in these, this, these two moments specifically, we can identify a way to bring you critical information so that you can have that presented to you and then you can make that determination on if you believe the item is ready to go forward,” Sanders said, adding that both Marshall and Bellamy could appear before Council to formally make a pitch.There were at least three Councilors who supported funding for Tonsler, but not yet for the Prosper Program.There was also a long discussion about increasing the number of transit drivers to 82 in order to restore service to pre-pandemic levels. This comment from Sanders finishes off that discussion and sets up a conversation for the future.“I think what I heard was that you are not going to attempt to unpack the budget at this late stage and find a way to make 82 drivers a reality,” Sanders said. “But what you are indicating is that you support the desire for added drivers and that you're looking to have us revisit that with you at some point in the future later in 2025 for the possible consideration of the use of one time funds for the bridge that would be required to get us to the next budget where we will realize the true cost.”Sanders also said he still wants to hold on to the $22.4 million surplus from FY2024 in case federal programs are cut.“The conversations that are being had in regards to SNAP and Medicaid are real in that they're big,” Sanders said. “And if those cuts were to occur, we will see a number of our constituency impacted directly by that.”Sanders said that while the city is blessed to have a large surplus, it will go very quickly if the local government picks up what had been a federal program.Tonight's meeting to adopt is not the end of the process. Because of a second advertising error, Council still has to hold a public hearing on the tax rates and that will take place at the next regular meeting on April 21. By law, Council cannot adopt those tax rates at that meeting and must wait at least three days. A second special meeting will be held on April 24.I had hoped to tell you more about the next three items by going back to the audio, but I've got to get to the next set of stories:* Sanders had an update on a potential low-barrier shelter. The General Assembly's version of the budget had $1.5 million going to the City of Charlottesville for this purpose, and Youngkin cut this in half. The budget has not yet been finalized and Sanders said Senator Creigh Deeds is still trying to make the case to restore the funding.* Sanders said he believes the city would need to provide operating funds to any grocery that sets up at 501 Cherry Avenue.* There is still a possibility that the city might provide funding for UVA's affordable housing project at 10th and Wertland. They will be asked to submit a request as part of the next funding cycle this fall.Second shout-out: Piedmont Master Gardeners seek items for Green Elephant SaleIf you are cleaning out your garage or basement this winter and have garden implements or yard ornaments you no longer need, the Piedmont Master Gardeners will take them off your handsThe Piedmont Master Gardeners are seeking donations of new and used garden tools, hoses, decorative items, outdoor furniture, and virtually anything else that can be used to maintain or enjoy a home landscape. From February 1 through April 30, these "Green Elephant" donations may be dropped off at 402 Albemarle Square between 10 a.m. and noon on Wednesdays or Saturdays. The Master Gardeners are not able to accept plastic pots or opened chemicals.The Green Elephants will be offered for sale to the public during PMG's Spring Plant Sale, scheduled for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 3, at Albemarle Square Shopping Center. Proceeds will support the many free and low-cost horticulture education programs the Piedmont Master Gardeners offer to the community.To arrange a pickup of large items or for more information, contact the Piedmont Master Gardeners at greenelephant@piedmontmastergardeners.org.(image)Council adopts $265.2 million budget after another conversation about transit fundingCharlottesville City Council adopted a $265.2 million budget for the fiscal year that begins on July 1 at a special meeting on April 14 but not before another review and summary from City Manager Sam Sanders. He had introduced a $264,474,183 budget on March 4.“Things have changed a little bit, as it always does, from the proposed date to your adoption date,” Sander saidThere have been five budget work sessions and two public hearings on the document itself, but yet to come is a public hearing on the tax rates for 2025.“What I'll point out to you just in basic highlights, is that the revenue expenditure at this time has now risen to $265,248,446,” Sanders said.The tax rates have not changed for 2025, but another year of growth in assessments has resulted in more revenue. The assessor's office reported an average of a 7.74 percent increase in late January.One spending change in the budget is an additional $600,000 for Charlottesville Area Transit which partially came out of a push for local advocates.“We added a transit mechanic to help with operations,” Sanders said. “We are also maintaining fare free service across the system and absorbing the absence of the flexible federal funds because those funds are now not available to us as they have been.”Other highlights:* There's $5.4 million over the next five years for sidewalk repair and construction* There's $12.7 million in spending on affordable housing initiatives in FY26* The FY26 budget is the first to apply to a fourth collective bargaining unitCity Councilor Michael Payne asked about the status of a $22.4 million surplus from FY2024. Sanders made the decision to keep the amount in reserve and Council has so far agreed. The idea is to keep the money available while a new era for the federal government continues to settle in. He also said he has been meeting with nonprofit groups who have been making presentations on funding they have lost from the federal government.“So they are first trying to recoup what they've spent and hope that they might actually get some continuation,” Sanders said. “So that is beginning to build. We're beginning to see that finally the city organization itself has not incurred a loss. But we still continue to monitor just believing that it's just a matter of time. It's not a matter of if, it is actually a matter of when.”A generally-held practice in municipal budgeting is to not use one-time money such as surpluses to hire staffing.“Something like staffing is not ideal because we can't guarantee that funding to occur year to year,” said City Councilor Natalie Oschrin.The conversation went back to transit. The City of Charlottesville owns Charlottesville Area Transit and has full control of its operations. Albemarle County and Charlottesville have entered into an entity called the Charlottesville Albemarle Regional Transit Authority but so far that is entirely about planning for transit operations.Albemarle Supervisors vote to join Regional Transit Authority, December 15, 2024Charlottesville joins regional transit authority; Council holds first reading on federal transit allocations, December 28, 2024Charlottesville Area Transit has no independent board of directors which makes Council the sole authority over its operations. There had once been an advisory body made up of citizens but that was eliminated sometime during the pandemic.An advocacy group called IMPACT made up of various churches has been pressuring Albemarle and Charlottesville to increase the amount they spent on transit to hire additional drivers. Their specific number has been 82, a number believed to enable Charlottesville Area Transit to increase service.“The solution to long wait times is very straightforward: we need more bus drivers,” reads their website. “Right now, Charlottesville Area Transit (CAT) has budgeted 67 drivers. Getting to wait times of half an hour will require at least 80.”In Virginia, cities and counties are completely independent of each other. There are regional services such as that provided by the Rivanna Water and Service Authority, but localities have to adopt budgets independently.IMPACT's public event was held on April 8, over a month into the budget process for Charlottesville and about six weeks after Albemarle County Executive Jeffrey Richardson introduced that locality's budget.At their work session on April 10, City Council indicated they wanted to support IMPACT's request but the timing is not right for the existing budget. They agreed to hold conversations about how to get there shortly after the budget is adopted.Vice Mayor Brian Pinkston and Charlottesville City Council were the two members of Council who went to hear from IMPACT at what they call the Nehemiah Action.“The commitment that the two of us made was to try to get something for this coming the fiscal year that we're working on now, which means some sort of amendment or whatever,” said City Councilor Brian Pinkston.Several members of the group were in attendance at the meeting and Pinkston addressed them directly from the dais and encouraged them to get involved earlier in the budget process.“I want people to know that this is not the end,” Pinkston said. “We heard you last week, we're working on it. And what you're hearing now is the sort of public outworking of the conversations that need to happen.”For over four years of reporting on transit issues, take a look at this tab on Information Charlottesville.Council adopted the budget after a final explanation of last minute changes such as $30,000 for the Tonsler League to help keep it going after Governor Youngkin vetoed an anticipated $250,000 from Virginia's budget.Council will hold a public hearing on the tax rate for 2025 on April 21 and then will hold a special meeting on April 24.Postscript for #850AToday's edition was intended to have additional audio but I ran out of time. Also the podcast edition can be less than half an hour long. The version that airs on WTJU has to be at least 29 minutes long. There was no radio version last week so I'm going to put another story or two in that version from #846-A. Behind the scenes I have quite a bit of organization that allows me to seemingly produce more content than entities with budgets that are much larger than mine. One day there will be more of everything. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk about the recent surplus in rainfall and how timely the rain has been for the lingering drought across Delmarva. They also talk about how the moderate rainfall and cloudy and cool days are optimal for the health of vegetation.

Virginia's Eastern Shore has a distinct way of living–and eating. And looking at the environment and economy of the Eastern Shore, there are some big changes on the horizon. Virginia Folklife Director Katy Clune digs in and asks: What are the cultural values of the region today? Scientists and policy makers talk about climate resilience. What about cultural resilience? Later in the show: Jessica Taylor has been recording oral histories in Eastern Virginia for nearly two decades. She says the people she's spoken to paint a picture of migration in the area. How do some families manage to keep their land and their roots while others are pushed out? And: Tangier Island is the last inhabited island in Virginia that's only reachable by boat. And because of rapid environmental changes, it's becoming an increasingly difficult place to live. Lincoln Lewis first visited Tangier Island to study the crab houses used by fishermen there, but has since moved to the island. He's studying how locals consider long-term planning for the island.

Spring is in full swing across Delmarva, with roller coaster temperature swings and an active weather pattern. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the recent beneficial rain and its impact to the growing season, plus how cold nights this time of the year can easily lead to frost or a freeze.

This week, Meteorologist Jake Grant and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf recap Monday night's severe weather on Delmarva that prompted a few tornado warnings. They also take a look ahead at the weekend forecast, and touch on the potential for a late season freeze next week.

Do you remember exactly where you were 2 years ago?  After a car accident, time moves quickly—and in Virginia, there's a deadline to take legal action. The sooner you reach out, the sooner an expert can help you. Partner, Griffin O'Hanlon explains Virginia's general two-year statute of limitations for personal injury claims, along with key exceptions for minors and individuals with disabilities. Tune in to learn more! ABOUT COOPER HURLEY INJURY LAWYERSCooper Hurley Injury Lawyers helps those injured in car, truck, and motorcycle wrecks or other serious injury and wrongful death cases. Our Virginia-based firm is located in Norfolk, Virginia with client meeting locations in all of the cities of Hampton Roads and on the Eastern Shore.Our partners, John Cooper, Jim Hurley, Bill O'Mara, Griff O'Hanlon, and John Baker, have decades of experience and have secured millions for accident, TBI, railroad, slip and fall, and medical malpractice victims.Injured in a car, truck, or motorcycle accident in Hampton Roads? Get help now at 757-333-3333.Or, visit us online at: https://cooperhurley.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VirginiaBeachinjurylawyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/CooperHurleyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cooper-hurley-injury-lawyers/

Though he's built and managed wildlife habitat on Maryland's Eastern Shore for the past couple decades, Spencer Waller quickly points out that he's no wildlife biologist--but knows what ducks want, what ducks like to eat and how to make it happen. His heartbeat may be black mud marsh duck hunting, but he's in the business of helping landowners put together hunting properties across the Bay from unimaginably unbridled urban sprawl.    Related Links: Orion Wildlife   https://www.orionwildlife.com     Visit MOJO's Duck Season Somewhere Podcast Sponsors:   MOJO Outdoors  Alberta Professional Outfitters Society Benelli Shotguns BOSS Shotshells Bow and Arrow Outdoors Ducks Unlimited  Flash Back Decoys  GetDucks.com HuntProof Premium Waterfowl App Inukshuk Professional Dog Food  onX Maps Tetra Hearing Tom Beckbe USHuntList.com Voormi       Please subscribe, rate and review Mojo's Duck Season Somewhere podcast, let us know your thoughts in comments. Share your favorite episodes with friends! Business inquiries  contact Ramsey Russell ramsey@getducks.com

Coming off a heavy rain event this past weekend, Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf are back this week to look at the coming transition from winter to spring. They discuss how an active late winter pattern has helped to alleviate some of the drought conditions that have plagued the area since the fall. 

Goose hunting has been a pretty big deal on Maryland's eastern Shore since forever, and John Taylor's introductions began when first shaking hands with his high school sweetheart's dad. Cutting his teeth back in the days of "junk yard rigs," he remembers laying out a small fortune for a newfangled Eastern Shoreman goose call, later saying that "the Moratorium (the 6-year period that Canada goose hunting was closed) was the best thing that ever happened." Because that's when he earned his real PhD in Canada goose behavior. A storyteller from the get-go, Taylor colorfully recalls an Eastern Shore goose hunting lifetime from student to mentor. And then some.     Related Links: Bay County Goose Calls https://www.baycountrycalls.com     Visit MOJO's Duck Season Somewhere Podcast Sponsors:   MOJO Outdoors  Alberta Professional Outfitters Society Benelli Shotguns BOSS Shotshells Bow and Arrow Outdoors Ducks Unlimited  Flash Back Decoys  GetDucks.com HuntProof Premium Waterfowl App Inukshuk Professional Dog Food  onX Maps Tetra Hearing Tom Beckbe USHuntList.com Voormi       Please subscribe, rate and review Mojo's Duck Season Somewhere podcast, let us know your thoughts in comments. Share your favorite episodes with friends! Business inquiries  contact Ramsey Russell ramsey@getducks.com

After a brief stint in the 60s this past weekend, winter has made a triumphant return, with arctic air and another shot of snow expected to impact Delmarva Wednesday evening. Will this be the last big winter event of the season? Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant explore the setup for this system and look ahead as March draws closer on the calendar. 

Time and convenience! We all want more time, and anything that makes life more convenient is a win. Admiral Cleanerssells both! And you thought they were just a dry cleaner! Today, we speak with Whitney Kerridge, the third-generation owner of this 93-year-old local business. We discuss its origins, challenges, and changes she has seen in her tenure and what they are doing to thrive in the community. Did you know they cleaned and distributed 5,000 coats this winter? Did you know they have a wash-and-fold service and deliver all over the area and the Eastern Shore? It's rare to find a company that is nearly 100 years old, and this conversation was fascinating! Have a listen! LINKS: Admiral Cleaners (Website) Admiral Cleaners (Facebook) Admiral Cleaners (Instagram) Admiral Cleaners (X)

An active weather week brings another big snow to much of Delmarva. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant look at this week's snow setup and how it differs from the big storm back in January. Several systems are expected to bring precipitation to the area, a good sign for the peninsula as it continues to be plagued by persistent drought.

The first days of February have continued to prove mild, although some of the area snow piles have proven stubborn to melt. Especially coming out of the frigid and snowy pattern that encased much of mid and late January, the groundhog's prediction of 6 more weeks of winter leaves a lot of time left for big changes. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek examines the emerging trends that may lead to another blast of cold air and chance for more snow later in the month. 

Series: MultiplyPassage: Luke 10:1-12What's your favorite time of day? Sunrise? Quittin' time? Dinner? What if I told you that 10:02 might just become your new favorite time? Jesus said the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few—so He gave us a mission and a prayer. What does the Eastern Shore need more than anything? Come find out as we uncover Jesus' strategy for a Kingdom movement that starts with you.#multiply #churchmultiplication #livingonmission #mission #missions #churchplanting #churchplant #easton #eastonmd #easternshore

Jim Duffy began his storytelling journey as a cub reporter for a small newspaper near Chicago and eventually made his way to Baltimore. He transitioned into magazine writing and editing, contributing to publications like Baltimore Magazine, Chesapeake Bay Magazine, and City Paper, before embarking on a freelance writing career centered on the arts, urban development, and healthcare. Currently, Jim focuses on capturing the culture and character of the Delmarva Peninsula. He founded “Secrets of the Eastern Shore,” a platform that highlights the region through storytelling, photography, and local products. His monthly newsletter, “Month of Fundays,” boasts over 13,000 subscribers, while his “Secrets of the Eastern Shore” Facebook page has garnered more than 60,000 followers. 

After a frigid stretch, near-to-above average temperatures have returned to Delmarva helping to kickstart melting of the snow and ice that's plagued the area. However, with drought still a major issue across the peninsula there are some added issues with the dry air that's been in place. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf discuss the shift in pattern and what may come of a big storm system later in the week.

Send us a textDan Shelly has been doing stand-up in the Allentown, Pa., are for the last 16 years. He started in 2008, a couple years after starting riffing with a friend, Adam Yenser. He's been bartending for most of his adult life and spent a couple years on the Eastern Shore in Maryland. He's back in Pennsylvania, though, and works consistently in the Lehigh Valley.Follow Dan Shelly: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sillysils_/Support the show

A string of consecutive days in the deep freeze has Delmarva in the midst of the longest cold snap since January 2018. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Jake Grant discuss the origins and staying power of a true arctic airmass that has reached as far south as the Gulf of Mexico. They also talk about a rare and record breaking winter storm in the gulf states that is bringing snow and ice to areas that have not seen measurable winter precipitation in years or even decades!

The State Crime Commission has endorsed a piece of legislation relating to Virginia's former chief serologist, whose work at the state crime lab was scrutinized with the VPM podcast Admissible: Shreds of Evidence.    In other news: Virginia's vehicle inspection stickers are changing, Chesterfield County has a new superintendent and Albemarle County has a website for permit applications now.    You can listen to Admissible wherever you get your podcasts.    Today's top audio stories include the latest on Mary Jane Burton's legacy, the federal government's settlement with Perdue Farms over labor violations in the Eastern Shore — and more Central Virginia news.   

News with Sean 1-17-2025 …TikTok doesn't appear to be going anywhere …Rut Ro, Bird Flu on the Eastern Shore

Welcome to another episode of the Filthy Spoon Podcast, where host Jon dives deep into the world of waterfowl hunting. In this exciting installment, Jon sits down with Ian McNair, cofounder of High and Dry Waders, to discuss the inception and growth of this innovative American business. Learn about the challenges and triumphs of creating waders that cater to both hunters and oyster farmers, and discover the remarkable journey of a company born out of necessity and passion. Ian shares his unique upbringing on Virginia's storied Eastern Shore, where tradition and craftsmanship blend seamlessly with the art of duck hunting. Listen as he recounts tales of growing up in a family of decoy carvers, and how those roots have been instrumental in shaping his career and vision for High and Dry Waders. Whether you're a seasoned hunter or simply intrigued by tales of innovation and resilience, this episode offers a fascinating glimpse into the dedication and ingenuity behind a brand that is making waves in the outdoor industry. Tune in as Ian and Jon explore the cultural tapestry of waterfowling across America, compare notes on hunting experiences from coast to coast, and share insights into the ever-evolving world of outdoor gear. With humor, candid conversation, and a shared love for the hunt, this episode is sure to inspire and entertain.

On the heels of the first big winter storm in almost in 3 years, bitterly cold air continues to grip Delmarva and much of the east coast. Chief Meteorologist Rich Wirdzek and Meteorologist Erich Ahlf talk about how the prolonged cold pattern may continue for the remainder of January and the prospects of any more snow or ice.

Summary: Justin, Collin, and Jack embark on a two-day hunt for sika deer on Maryland's Eastern Shore. They recount their experiences navigating the cold, marshy terrain, developing strategies for hunting this elusive non-native species, and adapting to the environment's unique challenges. They also conduct a taste test, comparing sika deer to whitetail venison, offering insights into their flavors, textures, and culinary potential. Along the way, they share fun facts about sika deer, reflections on the hunt, and cooking ideas for this small but flavorful game animal. - Leave a Review of the Podcast - Buy our Wild Fish and Game Spices Key Takeaways Sika Deer Adaptation: Non-native to the U.S., sika deer thrive in Maryland's marshes, offering a unique hunting challenge due to their small size and elusive nature. Hunting Challenges: Ground hunting in cold, marshy conditions requires patience, strategy, and proper gear for success. Taste and Cooking: Sika deer meat is mild, tender, and versatile, ideal for recipes like breakfast sausage or braised dishes. Strategies and Gear: Sitting at marsh-woodland edges and using insulated, waterproof gear were critical to the hunt's success. Unique Experience: Hunting sika deer combines the thrill of a challenging pursuit with the reward of a distinctive culinary experience. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sika Deer Hunting 03:12 Taste Test: Whitetail vs. Sika Deer 06:10 Understanding the Sika Deer Species 09:01 Hunting Experience: Planning and Permits 11:50 Hunting Techniques and Strategies 18:09 Field Stories: The Hunt Unfolds 24:12 Reflections on the Hunt and Lessons Learned 28:23 Adapting to Cold Conditions 30:47 Hunting Strategies for Sika Deer 32:16 The Thrill of the Hunt 38:29 Culinary Delights: Cooking Sika Deer 44:37 Reflections on the Hunting Experience 54:17 Final Thoughts and Future Plans Keywords: hunting, wild food, taste test, Maryland, game animals, hunting techniques, wildlife, outdoor adventure, cooking, Sika deer, hunting strategies, cold weather, culinary experiences, hunting reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is Robert Blake Whitehill, author of the book Deadrise. Robert was born into a Quaker family in Mardela Springs, just outside Salisbury on Maryland's Eastern Shore peninsula. He grew up sailing the Chesapeake Bay, and one of her most beautiful tributaries, the Chester River. After graduating from Westtown School, Whitehill stayed in Pennsylvania to earn his B.A. in creative writing at Haverford and Bryn Mawr Colleges. Later he trained as an actor at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, and at The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre in New York City. He is the author of the award-winning, critically acclaimed, multi-category, international Kindle bestselling Ben Blackshaw thrillers, which currently has six titles, and audiobooks in the works in German and English. Whitehill lives in New Jersey with his wife and son. When he wasn't sailing, or knocking around the sky in a Cessna 152, Whitehill published several articles about his home waters in Chesapeake Bay Magazine. He is also the managing partner of Calaveras Media LLC, a feature film and television development company. He is a member of SAG-AFTRA, International Thriller Writers, GPA Aviation Club, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, and served for a number of years as an EMT-B with the Montclair Ambulance Unit.   In my book review, I stated Deadrise, a thriller, is Book #1 in The Ben Blackshaw Series. If you love a Tom Clancy kind of novel, then you will love this series. We meet Ben underwater - clamming in the Chesapeake Bay near Smith Island. However, instead of finding clams, he finds a sunken boat, 19 boxes of gold bouillon, a dirty bomb, and his dead father - a man he hasn't seen in 15 years. His clamming partner, Knocker Ellis, isn't as surprised as he should be, nor are the other inhabitants of the island. When Maynard Chalk learns his deal has gone sour, and that Ben's father is to blame, he comes to the island to get his money and the bomb - but Ben has other plans. I loved Robert's characters, and especially loved that Smith Island with all her quirky inhabitants was as much of a characters as Ben. If you love a good thriller with all the twists and turns, and great characters, then you will want to read Deadrise.  Purchase Deadrise on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/48Z8iAr Kindle: https://amzn.to/48Z8iAr     Subscribe to Online for Authors to learn about more great books! https://www.youtube.com/@onlineforauthors?sub_confirmation=1   Join the Novels N Latte Book Club community to discuss this and other books with like-minded readers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3576519880426290   You can follow Author Robert Blake Whitehill Website: www.robertblakewhitehill.com X: @rbwhitehill IG: @robertblakewhitehill FB: @Robert Blake Whitehill Bluesky: @rbwhitehill   Purchase Deadrise on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/48Z8iAr Ebook: https://amzn.to/48Z8iAr   Teri M Brown, Author and Podcast Host: https://www.terimbrown.com FB: @TeriMBrownAuthor IG: @terimbrown_author X: @terimbrown1   #robertblakewhitehill #deadrise #thriller #terimbrownauthor #authorpodcast #onlineforauthors #characterdriven #researchjunkie #awardwinningauthor #podcasthost #podcast #readerpodcast #bookpodcast #writerpodcast #author #books #goodreads #bookclub #fiction #writer #bookreview *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Chicoteague, Virginia's outgoing mayor, Arthur Leonard is a lifelong duck hunter and decoy carver that recalls his family being among the first to inhabit the little island along Virginia's Eastern Shore, where he grew up plying nearby water for fishes and waterfowl. He takes us on a tour of his storied back yard, discussing island life, duck hunting species, tides, boats, decoys, carving, wild horses, sika deer, changes and much more.      Visit MOJO's Duck Season Somewhere Podcast Sponsors:   MOJO Outdoors  Alberta Professional Outfitters Society Benelli Shotguns BOSS Shotshells Bow and Arrow Outdoors Ducks Unlimited  Flash Back Decoys  GetDucks.com HuntProof Premium Waterfowl App Inukshuk Professional Dog Food  onX Maps Tetra Hearing Tom Beckbe USHuntList.com Voormi       Please subscribe, rate and review Mojo's Duck Season Somewhere podcast, let us know your thoughts in comments. Share your favorite episodes with friends! Business inquiries  contact Ramsey Russell ramsey@getducks.com

Following a duck hunt along Virginia's Eastern Shore, Ramsey meets with father-son carvers, Ian and Mark McNair, who are committed to crafting wooden waterfowl decoys using only traditional hand tools and methods.  More than simply turning out beautiful decoys, their decoy carving story is about a classical approach to duck hunting as well as to life.    Visit MOJO's Duck Season Somewhere Podcast Sponsors:   MOJO Outdoors  Benelli Shotguns BOSS Shotshells Bow and Arrow Outdoors Ducks Unlimited  Flash Back Decoys  HuntProof Premium Waterfowl App Inukshuk Professional Dog Food  onX Maps Tetra Hearing Tom Beckbe Voormi GetDucks.com USHuntList.com     Please subscribe, rate and review Mojo's Duck Season Somewhere podcast. Share your favorite episodes with friends! Business inquiries and comments contact Ramsey Russell ramsey@getducks.com

Mike Bradley is the busiest man in radio - between his 5-9am shift and the many other hats he wears at the radio station including Sports Director and Imaging duties. Mike is originally from Baltimore but has made his home on the Shore since 2005 and now with his wife and baby daughter. He is no stranger to Delmarva since he spent every summer at his family place in OC. Mike loves the beach and is a sports nut both playing and watching. Ravens, O's, Terps, Caps, University of Michigan and the Lakers are his teams. He also loves history, especially local history. Bradley works part-time doing Sports Talk for Audacy Radio's 105-7 The Fan in Baltimore where he also anchors Football & Basketball Pre-Game Shows and more on the Maryland Sports Radio Network. He also Co-Hosts a Podcast and writes for Shore Sports MD covering High School Sports on the Eastern Shore. He also hosts Overtime Live, Maryland's ONLY High School Football Radio Show. He also writes for baltimoresportsandlife.com Bradley graduated from Loyola College in Baltimore with a Finance degree where he worked for three years before taking a full time job in 2005 at the old Great Scott Broadcasting in Georgetown, DE. At GSB he worked on-air in music radio. At one point he also was Program Director of two stations and later Operations Manager. Prior to coming to WGMD in late August of 2012 he came via Easton where he was doing afternoon drive music radio. Mike loves having fun on the air, where he can inform, entertain and keep things a little lighter. You can listen to him Monday-Friday 5-9am. You can reach Mike by email at "mike.bradley@wgmd.com". Source: https://www.wgmd.com/listen/mike-bradley/

The Alabama Saltwater Fishing Report is your best resource for the Gulf Shores Surf Fishing Report, Orange Beach Fishing Report, Dauphin Island Fishing Report, Mobile Bay Fishing Report, and Alabama saltwater fishing everywhere in between. In this special Holiday Flashback Show, Butch revisits the ASFR Show Archive to highlight the best insights from past years, helping you gear up for a successful week on the water. In Episode 249 from December 19-25, 2022, Capt. Patric shares tips and tactics for targeting speckled trout in the cold weather, while Capt. Shane discusses his strategies for catching redfish on the west side of Mobile Bay. Fast forward to Episode 299 from December 4-11, 2023, where Capt. Adam Peeples covers the exciting offshore fishing scene in the Gulf, delving into techniques for red snapper, grouper, and more, alongside contributions from top tournament captains targeting tuna and wahoo. Lastly, in the December 18-24, 2023 segment, Capt. Scott Kennedy provides an Alabama Fishing report for Baldwin County and the Eastern Shore, detailing successful methods for catching speckled trout and redfish, along with essential safety tips for navigating low tides.  It's all brought to you whether it's good, bad, or ugly. Please subscribe, rate, and review wherever you listen to podcasts and if you'd like us to email you the podcast, just head over to greatdaysoutdoors.com/asfr and we'll send you the new show each week.   {Full Disclosure: This post may include affiliate links. There's no extra charge to our readers for using these.}   Keep Whackin em'!   Contributors:  Capt. Robby Howard Capt. Ben Knight  Capt. Boe Strange  Tony Emmons  Capt. Kendall Annan Matt Boyington Chris Stewart   Capt. Spencer Kight    Capt. Jay O'Brien   Tanner Deas-Dauphin Island Fishing    Jordan Gooding with G2 Coastal    Capt. Shane Traylor   Capt. Branden Collier   Capt. Matt Swiggum    Capt. Kurt Tillman    Blane Roberts-Panhandle Salt   Capt. Adam Peeples    Capt. Scott Kennedy    Capt. Dustin Bedgood   Capt. Richard Rutland    Capt. Patric Garmeson   Capt. Patrick Ivie of the Breathe Easy   Capt. Bobby Abruscato     Angelo DePaola   Captain Skipper Thierry   David Thornton AKA the “Pier Pounder”    Captain Chris Tew    Captain Chris “Marlin” Hood   Capt. Devin Potts   Chris Vecsey   Thomas Hilton   Capt. King Marchand      

Kenny Eck was raised on his family's 2,000-acre farm located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, where he channeled his strong work ethic into redemptive endeavors. As a first-generation college student, he achieved an impressive feat by earning three degrees in just five years. At a young age of seven, he started his first business, purchasing, raising, and selling livestock.Fast forward 23 years later, and Kenny has successfully owned and operated eight companies across various sectors, including personal training, real estate, and managing Feathered Acres, a 250-acre farm, raising over 750,000 broiler chickens annually. Currently, Kenny dedicates his efforts as the Founder and CEO of Patient Sortal, a healthcare organization focused on ensuring continuity of care for individuals reintegrating into the community after incarceration.Patient Sortal5 Key takeaways-facing challenges head-on and maintaining a diligent attitude are essential traits for success in entrepreneurship.-Proper onboarding and the role of middle management in fostering a productive work environment. He advocates for open communication and empowering employees to take ownership of their roles, which contributes to overall organizational success.-Regular reflection and feedback loops are crucial for improving operations and ensuring that the organization meets its goals effectively.-Successful reintegration into society requires more than just healthcare—it involves supporting the whole person.Join The “Now” Newsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletterAbout Katie Richardson:Katie, once a girl who just liked to have fun, transformed into a globally recognized designer and entrepreneur. With expertise in woodworking, welding, drawing, and sewing, she crafted her own path. Despite initial doubts and imposter syndrome, Katie defied expectations by establishing Puj, a business that now boasts its products in 2,000 US stores and 26 countries, delighting over 1 million customers worldwide. Her greatest aspiration is to inspire women across the globe. Renowned shows like the Ellen Degeneres Show, Rachael Ray Show, Today Show, and Entrepreneur Magazine have featured her, while influential figures like Martha Stewart, Matt Damon, Camilla Alves, Mario Lopez, Robert Downey Jr., Kourtney Kardashian, Bill & Giuliana Rancic, and Pam Beesley have embraced her products. Today, Katie is a coach, mother of four, wife, author, and powerful speaker.Connect with Katie:Website: https://katierichardson.com/CASE STUDIES: https://now.katierichardson.com/casestudyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-richardson-creatorApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-working-now/id1515291698BuzzSprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1847280Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2kV8cL7eTZ70UAXMOtcBbrNewsletter: https://now.katierichardson.com/newsletter