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Talk Local To Me

Talk Local to me is presented by the Central Virginia Business Coalition and is a live show on Wednesdays at noon!

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16
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Sep 23, 2026
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  1. Episode · Sep 23, 2026

    The Healing Home Foundation (opens the original)

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    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, host Heather Alto recaps the successful Bedford CenterFest and announces upcoming Christmas parades. She also explains the history and mission of the Central Virginia Business Coalition, which supports over 500 local businesses through networking, marketing, and community events. Heather then interviews Courtney from the Healing Home Foundation, a nonprofit supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families through trauma-informed resources and caregiver educa

  2. Episode · Sep 22, 2026

    Tea Time: Maggie Takes Pix (opens the original)

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    In this episode of Tea Time, Maggie McCanna, owner of Maggie Takes Pix, shares how her love of photography grew from a childhood hobby into a professional portrait photography business focused on empowering women. Maggie shares how she creates a personalized, luxury photography experience for her clients, from initial consultations and wardrobe planning to professional hair and makeup. She also discusses the challenges of running a business on her own, the importance of knowing your worth, and h

  3. Episode · Sep 16, 2026

    Bedford Centerfest and Independent Lifestyles (opens the original)

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    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, Heather Alto and Mike Norfield highlight the upcoming Bedford CenterFest on September 19, a free street festival in downtown Bedford from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. They share what attendees can expect, including vendors, live music, kids’ activities, food, parking information, and other event-day details. Later, Allison and Dave from Independent Lifestyles join the conversation to share how their family-owned mobility business helps people maintain their independence

  4. Episode · Sep 9, 2026

    Insight Bookkeeping & Consulting and Forest Living (opens the original)

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    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, Mike Norfield and Heather Alto welcome Meghan Cucci of Insight Bookkeeping and Consulting, who shares expert advice on managing business finances, recognizing when professional bookkeeping help is needed, and preparing for year-end. Later, Bryan Brammer discusses Forest Living Magazine and its targeted advertising opportunities for local businesses. Throughout the episode, Mike and Heather also highlight upcoming Central Virginia Business Coalition events and

  5. Episode · Sep 2, 2026

    Brothers that Just Do Gutters and Brook Hill Farm (opens the original)

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    In this episode of Talk Local to Me, hosts Heather and Mike cover local community news, including the Bedford Center Fest and upcoming CVABC events. They interview Cam from Brothers That Just Do Gutters, who discusses the importance of proper gutter maintenance and his company's honest, specialized approach to home protection. Georgia then shares the inspiring work of Brooke Hill Farms, a Bedford County nonprofit using equine therapy to transform the lives of over 210 youth and individuals facin

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