Around Town

Around Town

Weekly discussion of happenings in and around Roanoke and Lynchburg

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WJJS PODCASTS: Yung Bleu Interview

April 29, 2026 • 3 mins
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Kelo Soul Podcast

March 20, 2026 • 6 mins
Hailing from Bedford, Virginia, KELO SOUL is quickly becoming a name to watch as his blend of hip-hop, soul, and introspective storytelling gains national momentum. After a viral freestyle moment with J. Cole helped spark widespread attention, KELO has continued to build buzz with growing streams, major stage appearances, and co-signs across the industry. Now, he’s taking that energy even further—tune into the podcast with Ryan O’B...
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The Hill City Howlers Are Here! Conversation With The Owner.

February 13, 2026 • 11 mins
Hill City Howlers: Lynchburg’s Baseball Future Arrives with a Howl By Scott Stevens Just a few months ago, the Lynchburg Hillcats capped off their storied run with a championship—an 8–2 win over the Columbia Fireflies on September 17, 2025, securing the Carolina League title and unknowingly closing the book on the Hillcats name for good. Now, Lynchburg baseball is stepping into a bold new era… and it’s bringing monsters with it. Be...
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Geroge Flickinger & Scott Stevens talk winter storm

January 23, 2026 • 4 mins
Scott Stevens sat down with Chief Meteorologist George Flickinger from ABC‑13 WSET to break down what to expect from the approaching winter storm. George explains when the system is expected to arrive, why it will begin as snow, and how some areas could see a transition to sleet and freezing rain as temperatures shift.

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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Lynchburg Awareness, Events and Fundraising

May 23, 2025 • 23 mins
Scott Stevens speaks to Cassie Hairston and Brandi Jones about the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, Lynchburg, efforts to raise awareness, support mental health and raise funds in the upcoming Out of the Darkness Walk, Lynchburg.
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Free Clinic of Central Virginia Rebuilding After Fire Damage

March 23, 2025 • 11 mins
We talk to Jen Webb, RN MSN, and CEO of the Free Clinic of Central Virginia about their efforts to recover from damage to the clinic due to a fire.  She explains that the clinic is not funded by the government and needs community support to rebuild and operate.  The Free Clinic is asking for donations to help them rebuild.You can make a donation here.

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Out of the Darkness Walk - Lynchburg, Sponsor Spotlight - Anthem Healthkeepers

October 3, 2023 • 6 mins
We speak with Dr. Alyssa Ward who is representing Anthem Healthkeepers Plus as a corporate sponsor for the Lynchburg Out Of The Darkness Walk, Saturday October 7th, at Peaksview Park in Lynchburg. She is a Psychologist and the Behavioral Health Clinical Director for Anthem's Medicaid Line of Business. Dr. Ward explains how important mental health, along with physical health, is to Anthem Healthkeepers.

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Out of the Darkness Walk - Lynchburg, Sponsor Spotlight - Scott Insurance

October 2, 2023 • 7 mins
We talk to Keith Mann, COO/CFO of Scott Insurance in Lynchburg about their support, participation in and sponsorship of the Out of the Darkness Walk in Lynchburg, Saturday October 7th at Peaksview Park in Lynchburg. More information and register here!
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Suicide Prevention with AFSP and the Out of the Darkness Walk

September 10, 2022 • 20 mins
Suicide Prevention with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and the upcoming Out of the Darkness Walks.
Scott Stevens talks to Brandy Jones, Volunteer Coordinator for the Lynchburg, Virginia Out of the Darkness Walk, about the upcoming walk in Lynchburg on October 1st, as well as Salem/Roanoke on that same date, and the first New River Valley Walk on October 22nd.
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Interview with Wende Henley, President & CEO, Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce

March 8, 2022 • 7 mins
Scott Stevens at iHeartRadio talks with Wende Henley, President & CEO, Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce, about International Women's Day, the women in business in our area, the women who have influenced her and how the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce can help local businesses grow and thrive.
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How Much Snow Will We Get? We Ask George Flickinger From ABC-13

January 28, 2022 • 3 mins
A winter weather advisory is in effect in the region. Looks like the majority will be to our north. George Flickinger breaks it down! January 28, 2022.
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Virginia Winter Storm On Sunday 1/16/2022. When, where and how much!

January 14, 2022 • 6 mins
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Facts only! We talk vaccine and protection from COVID with Dr. Noelle Bissell from VDH

December 20, 2021 • 10 mins
Scott Stevens, from iHeartRadio, talks to Dr. Noelle Bissell from the Virginia Department of Health, about the current status of Covid-19, its variants, facts and misinformation about the vaccine and how to stay healthy this holiday season.
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Around Town - Mental Health Awareness Month with Horizon Behavioral Health

May 27, 2021 • 33 mins
We talk to representatives of Horizon Behavioral Health about Mental Health Awareness Month, Mental Illnesses, signs and symptoms, and how to get help with the services provided at Horizon Behavioral Health.
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Around Town - Hike for Hope Bedford 2021

April 9, 2021 • 31 mins
We talk to Trish Cerulli about the upcoming Hike For Hope, Saturday May 8th at the Claytor Nature Center in Bedford County.
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Winter storm, February 18th. We talk weather with George Flickinger at ABC-13.

February 17, 2021 • 3 mins
The storm starts off as snow tonight, changing to sleet and freezing rain in the early morning tomorrow. All the details in the interview below can be heard by pressing play (>) below.

More weather from the ABC-13 Weather Experts HERE.
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A Winter Storm Is Coming This Weekend! We Talk To George Flickinger from ABC-13

January 29, 2021 • 4 mins
A Winter Storm Is Coming This Weekend! We Talk To George Flickinger, Chief Meteorologist from ABC-13, about the timeline, amounts and impact of the storm.
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Around Town YMCA Central Virginia Presents - RESET!

January 22, 2021 • 33 mins
Scott Stevens talks to Randi Abell, Association Director of Community Health - YMCA Central Virginia, about the many specialty health programs at YMCA. In particular "RESET," a six week program open to anyone regardless of whether you are a member or not! Text RESET to 313131 to sign up!
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Scott Stevens and George Flickinger talking winter weather! (12-15-20)

December 15, 2020 • 3 mins
George Flickinger, Chief Meteorologist at ABC-13 WSET says those roads could be dangerous tomorrow!
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Talking Midweek Winter Weather With George Flickinger

December 14, 2020 • 3 mins
We talk to Chief Meteorologist George Flickinger about our potential for winter weather on Wednesday.
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