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Around The Cracker Barrel - Brought to You By La Posada at Green Valley - In this episode we hear about the Salvation Army of Green Valley's Kids Care Fair with Esther Corrales and Irene Coppola.
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August 15, 2025 • 29 mins
In this week’s Around the Cracker Barrel, host Guy Atchley welcomes Karen Schwartz and Gayle Peek from PAWS Patrol—a nonprofit dedicated to helping community cats in Southern Arizona. Karen and Gayle explain how PAWS Patrol focuses on feral and colony cats, working alongside the Animal League of Green Valley to find homes for adoptable cats and kittens, while returning ferals to their colonies through trap-neuter-return programs.
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In this week's episode of Around The Cracker Barrel, host Guy Atchley speaks with Mike Garcia, Parks and Recreation Lead for the Town of Sahuarita, and the Town of Sahuarita, Mayor Tom Murphy about the growing impact of adaptive sports in the community. Mike shares his personal journey from a high school sports enthusiast to a wheelchair basketball player after a life-changing accident at 15, and how he discovered adaptive sports i...
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August 1, 2025 • 29 mins
In this episode of Around the Cracker Barrel, host Guy Atchley welcomes Amy Oliver, Public Affairs Officer for the Whipple Observatory. Amy shares updates on the Observatory’s summer maintenance during monsoon season and previews exciting fall programming. She discusses the temporary closure of the Science Center for exhibit upgrades, the safety-driven policy of pausing telescope operations, and recent improvements including parkin...
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In this week’s episode of Around the Cracker Barrel, host Guy Atchley welcomes Jane Lateer and Arthur Dixon, a married couple celebrating one year of living at La Posada at Green Valley, alongside Cindy Barbee, Director of Marketing. The trio shares personal stories and insights into how community living at La Posada has transformed their social life, rekindled hobbies like dancing and guitar, and removed the stress of home mainten...
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In this week’s episode of Around the Cracker Barrel, broadcast from the scenic campus of La Posada in Green Valley, host Guy Atchley welcomes a fascinating guest: Cressi Brown, Certified Master Herpetologist with the Southern Arizona Reptile Rescue & Education
Cressi brings her extensive knowledge of Southern Arizona’s reptilian and amphibious residents to the conversation, focusing especially on the creatures that emerge during...
Cressi brings her extensive knowledge of Southern Arizona’s reptilian and amphibious residents to the conversation, focusing especially on the creatures that emerge during...
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This week on Around the Cracker Barrel, host Guy Atchley welcomed Katelyn Ricenbaw, Events Coordinator for the Hermitage No-Kill Cat Shelter and Sanctuary in Tucson. Broadcasting from the scenic Green Valley La Posada campus, Guy and Katelyn discuss the incredible work of this cage-free, no-kill facility—home to over 150 cats, including special needs and leukemia-positive kitties.
Katelyn shares how the Hermitage supports its missio...
Katelyn shares how the Hermitage supports its missio...
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In this Week's episode of Around The Cracker Barrel, Host Guy Atchley welcomes Claudia Mirescu and Cindy Barbee to discuss exciting updates and programs at La Posada Communities. Claudia shares her transition from law to senior living, bringing 15 years of experience to her new role. She explains the meaningful difference between for-profit and nonprofit senior communities, emphasizing La Posada’s mission-driven focus and reinvestm...
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In this episode, Guy Atchley welcomes Tom Lang, Former President and member of the Green Valley Amateur Radio Club (GVARC), for an engaging conversation about the world of amateur (ham) radio.
Broadcasting from the scenic La Posada campus, Tom previews the club’s upcoming Field Day event, taking place June 28–29, 2025, at the Santa Rita Fire Department in Green Valley. This nationwide ARRL event is held twice a year and highlights h...
Broadcasting from the scenic La Posada campus, Tom previews the club’s upcoming Field Day event, taking place June 28–29, 2025, at the Santa Rita Fire Department in Green Valley. This nationwide ARRL event is held twice a year and highlights h...
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Host Guy Atchley welcomes Local Regina Ford to the Broadcast from the Campus of La Posada. In this Week's Program Regina tells us about her background in Entertainment and her passion for working in the Arts in the Green Valley Sahuarita Area.
Regina tells us about upcoming events at La Posada and around the Area.
Regina tells us about upcoming events at La Posada and around the Area.
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This Week on Around the Cracker Barrel - Host Guy Atchley welcomed Tammy Riemath, the newly appointed Coordinator for The Salvation Army Green Valley Service Center, to the show. She was joined by Kelli Beasley, Public Relations Manager, and Major Andres Espinoza, Tucson City Coordinator for The Salvation Army.
Major Espinoza shared the mission and impact of The Salvation Army, which has been serving the Green Valley community since...
Major Espinoza shared the mission and impact of The Salvation Army, which has been serving the Green Valley community since...
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In this insightful episode of Around the Cracker Barrel, host Guy Atchley sits down with Beth Ernst, Chief Operating Officer of La Posada at Green Valley, and Nicki Maxam, Director of Environmental Services, to explore how La Posada prioritizes cleanliness, safety, and personalized care for its residents.
Beth shares her journey from a career in fitness and wellness to leadership in senior living, emphasizing her passion for creatin...
Beth shares her journey from a career in fitness and wellness to leadership in senior living, emphasizing her passion for creatin...
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This Week on "Around the Cracker Barrel" from the Campus of La Posada
Host Guy Atchley sits down with Mike Day, President of the Southern Arizona Genealogy Society, for an engaging conversation about family history and the resources available right here in Green Valley.
Mike shares how he first became interested in genealogy and how technology has revolutionized the field, making vast amounts of information available online. Still, ...
Host Guy Atchley sits down with Mike Day, President of the Southern Arizona Genealogy Society, for an engaging conversation about family history and the resources available right here in Green Valley.
Mike shares how he first became interested in genealogy and how technology has revolutionized the field, making vast amounts of information available online. Still, ...
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On this week's episode of Around the Cracker Barrel, Guy Atchley was joined by Dick Pomo and his guide dog, Presley, representing the Green Valley/Sahuarita Lions Club organization.
Listeners were treated to an insightful conversation about the many impactful programs the Lions Club offers the community—including their recent Vision Screening initiative. The episode also shed light on the club’s popular bingo games, which continue t...
Listeners were treated to an insightful conversation about the many impactful programs the Lions Club offers the community—including their recent Vision Screening initiative. The episode also shed light on the club’s popular bingo games, which continue t...
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May 2, 2025 • 30 mins
Joining host Guy Atchley for a fascinating conversation is Navy veteran and air show specialist Bill Foraker, representing Airdales Operations of Green Valley. Bill shares his experiences from his military service and his ongoing passion for aviation, along with a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible coordination and dedication that goes into air shows.
Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a military history buff, or simply so...
Whether you’re an aviation enthusiast, a military history buff, or simply so...
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This Week on Around the Cracker Barrel
Host Guy Atchley is joined by Bill Hintala, Dining Services Director at La Posada, and Cindy Barbee, Marketing Manager for La Posada Communities. Bill shares highlights from the recent and highly successful Taste of La Posada, where over 500 potential residents sampled the exceptional variety and quality of cuisine offered at La Posada.
Listeners will also learn about the exclusive Continental C...
Host Guy Atchley is joined by Bill Hintala, Dining Services Director at La Posada, and Cindy Barbee, Marketing Manager for La Posada Communities. Bill shares highlights from the recent and highly successful Taste of La Posada, where over 500 potential residents sampled the exceptional variety and quality of cuisine offered at La Posada.
Listeners will also learn about the exclusive Continental C...
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Listeners of Around the Cracker Barrel were treated to a lively and inspiring conversation this past Friday as host Guy Atchley sat down with Aliceson C. Smith, founder of Go With the Flow Enterprise, Inc. The segment aired at 11:30 a.m. on KGVY Radio and offered a delightful look into the heart and humor behind one of the community’s most unique non-profit organizations.
Aliceson shared the story behind Go With the Flow, a local no...
Aliceson shared the story behind Go With the Flow, a local no...
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This week on Around the Cracker Barrel with Guy Atchley, we welcomed two very special guests — Gerry Peterson and Claudia Levin — representing the Green Valley Branch of the American Association of University Women (A.A.U.W.).
In this enlightening and engaging conversation, Guy dives into the fascinating history of the A.A.U.W., including when and why the national organization was founded, and the mission that continues to drive its...
In this enlightening and engaging conversation, Guy dives into the fascinating history of the A.A.U.W., including when and why the national organization was founded, and the mission that continues to drive its...
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The Taste of La Posada is right around the corner.... On April 11th 10am to 2pm. You can learn all about this annual event on this Episode of Around the Cracker Barrel with host Guy Atchley, along with La Posada's Chief Operating Officer Beth Ernst and Director of Food and Beverage Bill Hintalla.
This years event has a few change to make everything faster for the residents and future guest. This includes letting La Posada know the ...
This years event has a few change to make everything faster for the residents and future guest. This includes letting La Posada know the ...
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March 21, 2025 • 28 mins
If you have a heart for young people, you will definitely enjoy this Friday's edition of Around the Cracker Barrel as Guy Atchley welcomes Directors German Celaya and Bettina Damon from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Santa Cruz County in Nogalas which assists ages 5-17.
Learn what the mission of the Boys and Girls Clubs is and how the clubs are used to inspire and enable all young people to realize their full potentials in a safe and p...
Learn what the mission of the Boys and Girls Clubs is and how the clubs are used to inspire and enable all young people to realize their full potentials in a safe and p...
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March 14, 2025 • 31 mins
In this Weeks Around The Cracker Barrel, Host Guy Atchley talks with Tubac Rotary Club author Bud Eckhart and Doctor Monte Moore about the upcoming sold out Taste Of Tubac. The Annual Popularity of the event is driving by attending restaurants for great food and entertainment provided by the Anthony Taylor Jr. Band. One of the first restaurants on board was Wisdoms and has continued to participate over the years. Bud tells us that ...
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