Episodes 2,487
Avg. Duration 26m
Activity Moderate
Apple Rating 5.0 (9)
Since Mar 2016
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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The Valley Today is a radio show and podcast dedicated to shining a light on the vibrant community leaders and local events that make the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia truly special. Insightful conversations, engaging stories, and event details connect listeners with the heart and soul of the valley, showcasing its unique culture, initiatives, and people. Guests are recorded (mostly) in advance in local coffee shops, at local businesses, and during local events. The radio program airs just a few minutes after noon every weekday on The River 95.3 and Sports Radio 1450.

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S9E2611 From Barn Quilts to Beekeeping: Inside the Lost Arts Festival

Apr 03, 2026 22m

Janet Michael talks with Megan Craggs of Carter Hall Farm and Christa Nahhas of La Grange Family Farm to share everything you need to know about the inaugural Lost Arts Festival — a celebration of…

S9E2610 Public Safety Thursday: Social Media Comments vs Reality

Apr 02, 2026 30m

Host Janet Michael welcomes back her most frequent guest, Captain Warren Gosnell of the Frederick County Sheriff's Office, for another Public Safety Thursday conversation. They cover two major…

S9E2609 From Hotlines to Healing Arts: Inside the Phoenix Project

Apr 01, 2026 24m

In This Episode Janet Michael sits down with Melanie Stull, Administrative Assistant and Volunteer Coordinator for Phoenix Project, to discuss Sexual Assault Awareness Month and the many ways the…

S9E2608 Spring Into Luray: Trout Derby, Arbor Day, and a Summer Full of Events

Mar 31, 2026 22m

Host: Janet Michael Guests: Gina Hilliard, President – Luray Page Chamber of Commerce Jen Jenkins, Parks Superintendent – Luray Parks & Recreation Sherri Glenn, Events & Marketing…

S9E2607 Thirty Years of Wonder: Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum

Mar 30, 2026 22m

Guest: Dawn Devine, Executive Director, and Tammy Stevenson, Director of Development & Marketing Organization: Shenandoah Valley Discovery Museum (Winchester, VA) Website: discoverymuseum.net In…

S9E2606 Let's Be Friends: Friends of Old Town Origin Story

Mar 27, 2026 29m

Host Janet Michael spends the day in Old Town Winchester, sitting down with Brady Cloven, Executive Director of Friends of Old Town Winchester, and Holly Redding, board chair of Friends of Old Town…

S9E2605 Finding Your People: The Greater Winchester Parkinson's Support Group

Mar 26, 2026 19m

Host Janet Michael sits down with leaders and members of the Greater Winchester Area Parkinson's Support Group to discuss life with Parkinson's disease, the power of community, and the resources…

S9E2604 Fairways, Firewalls, and Foursomes

Mar 25, 2026 20m

Guests: Kaleigh Fincham, Director of Events, Top of Virginia Regional Chamber of Commerce | Leslie Hicks, President & Founder, Cardinal Technology Solutions Episode Summary Janet tallks with…

S9E2603 From Camper to Crown: Cherry on Top's Journey in Shenandoah County

Mar 24, 2026 27m

Sparkle and Sequins: Johanna Pearson Is Dressing Shenandoah Valley One Dream at a Time In this episode of The Valley Today's Tourism Tuesday Shenandoah County edition, host Janet Michael and co-host…

S9E2602 On the Road with VDOT: Widening 81, Potholes, and the Rail Trail

Mar 23, 2026 23m

Guest: Ken Slack, Communications Specialist, VDOT Staunton District Episode Summary Host Janet Michael sits down with VDOT's Ken Slack to get the latest on road construction, pothole season, and a…

S9E2601 Extension Office Friday: Meet Liz Rohrer / NSV Drinking Water Testing Clinics

Mar 20, 2026 22m

On this episode of Extension Office Friday on The Valley Today, host Janet Michael welcomes two guests from Virginia Cooperative Extension — Liz Rohrer, the brand-new Clarke County Extension Agent,…

S9E2600 Community Health: Colorectal Cancer Awareness

Mar 19, 2026 23m

Host Janet Michael sits down with Dr. Michael Avery, board-certified general surgeon, Colorectal surgery specialist with Valley Health Surgical Oncology at Winchester Medical Center to discuss…

S9E2599 Paintings, Plants & Prine: Spring Comes to the Barns of Rose Hill

Mar 18, 2026 26m

In this episode, host Janet Michael sits down with Martha Reynolds to explore everything happening at the Barns of Rose Hill in Berryville, Virginia this spring — from stunning gallery exhibitions…

S9 Just the Pool. Nothin' But the Pool

Mar 17, 2026 11m Bonus

Winchester's Indoor Pool: What's Next for Aquatics at Jim Barnett Park? Winchester Parks & Recreation Director Chris Konyar joins Janet to discuss the future of the city's indoor pool — and why…

S9E2597 Jim Barnett Park: Playgrounds & Pools

Mar 17, 2026 31m

In this episode, host Janet Michael sits down with Winchester City Parks Director Chris Konyar for a wide-ranging conversation about upcoming spring events, facility upgrades, youth programming, and…

S9E2596 Luray/Page Chamber: Rich Hostelley, Architect

Mar 16, 2026 45m

In this episode, host Janet Michael talks with Luray/Page Chamber of Commerce President Gina Hilliard and her guest Rich Hostelley, a licensed architect with nearly 40 years of experience. Rich…

S9E2595 Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions: AI Summit

Mar 12, 2026 27m

In this episode, host Janet Michael talks with Guy Curtis - Director of Marketing, Laurel Ridge Community College, Christine Kriz - Director of Corporate Training, Laurel Ridge Workforce Solutions,…

S9E2594 Banking on Relationships: Capon Valley Bank

Mar 11, 2026 24m

In this episode, host Janet Michael visits the Capon Valley Bank branch in Stephens City to discuss the value of community banking in today's digital age. Melba Thorne shares insights on personalized…

S9E2593 Winchester Little Theatre: Decision Height

Mar 10, 2026 29m

Episode Summary Host Janet Michael visits Winchester Little Theatre to preview their upcoming production "Decision Height," opening March 13th. This powerful play tells the overlooked story of the…

S9E2592 From Prep to Cleanup: A Flood Survival Guide

Mar 09, 2026 25m

Host Janet Michael welcomes Deb Fleming, Executive Director of the Greater Shenandoah Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross, for a comprehensive discussion on flood preparedness. As spring…

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