Local Focus

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WTZQ’s flagship Q-munity feature where we speak to the non-profit, civic, government, and volunteer leaders about the issues and topics that effect life in Western North Carolina.

Tune in to Local Focus every Tuesday and Thursday at 9:05am on Q- 95.3 FM, 1600 WTZQ, or online here at www.wtzq.com.

 

Local Focus Interviews

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3-20-24 Meals on Wheels

Emma Watson informs about recent funding changes for Meals on Wheels and shares that there is a current waiting list for meals at just under 150.  Emma reminds the community of upcoming opportunities to support Meals on

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James Lyon and John Lynn from Animal Services Advisory Committee of Henderson County announce 3 vacancies on the council and urge the public to get involved and fill the seats.

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3-12-24 Veteran’s Healing Farm

Alan Yeck informs us that the Farm has lost it’s lease as of August ’24.  In order for them to continue their great work with veterans they need the public’s help in finding a new property and

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3-7-24 Hope Coalition

Julie Huneycutt and Suzanne English talk about the upcoming Hope Week in Henderson County Public Schools and the exciting news of the new youth center that will be open soon.  Click the link below to donate through

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3-6-24 Vital Signs – Pardee Hospital Foundation

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3-5-24 WNCSource

Executive Director, David White and Recruiter, Anna Williams talk about the many job openings and training and education they offer for teachers in their Head Start early child education programs. CLICK HERE to apply

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2-27-24 Council on Aging – Meals on Wheels

Kevin Laffond talks about the upcoming March for Meals info session for Meals on Wheels and discusses the importance of the program.

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2-8-24 Blue Ridge Humane Society

BRHS’s Andrew James talks about the upcoming low cost vaccination clinic on Feb 17th and reminds us of the upcoming annual fundraiser Paws for a Purpose in April. CLICK HERE for website

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1-4-24 Henderson County Education Foundation

Executive Director, Peggy Marshall talks about Food For Thought, Dine Out For Education happening January 12-28.

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Local Focus European Market

Today on Local Focus Dave & Diane talk with Natalia from the European Market and the IMOCE. We discussed the goodies found in her store as well as their mission to help Ukrainians here in our Q-munity,

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Local Focus Maureen Four Seasons The Care You Trust

On our second Local Focus interview of the morning we sat down with Maureen from Four Seasons, The Care You Trust, to talk about all the services they offer, and the different ways they can help.

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Local Focus Mike from Salty Landing and Surf n Brew

This morning we sat down with Mike from Surf N Brew Oyster Bar – Fletcher, NC & The Salty Landing to talk about the different ways he and his restaurants give back to our Q-munity!

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Local Focus St Luke’s 10/19/22

This morning Dave & Diane spoke with Dr. Savannah Hightower with St Luke’s Hospital • Columbus, NC about breast cancer awareness, things to look out for, how to seek help and get checked out for peace of

9-1-22 Boxer Butts and Other Mutts

Volunteer Coordinator, Rose, talks about what makes BBOM different from other rescues and talks about upcoming fundraiser at Mills River Brewery. CLICK HERE to learn more

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Blue Ridge Honor Flight

Board member and Gold Star Mother, Anne Adkins talks about Blue Ridge Honor Flight now taking Gold Star Family members to Washington beginning with the next flight coming up in October.  Go to the website below for

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8-2-22 HCPS Superintendent, Mark Garrett

“Getting to know you” session with our new School Superintendent

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6-28-22 Operation Blood Drive at Grace Lutheran Church

Grace Lutheran’s Mary Sebby joins us to ask Q-Nation to give blood at the upcoming Operation Blood Drive.  Local blood supply is now at critically low levels.   CLICK HERE to make your online appointment.

Local Focus w/ Amazing Grace Ministries 6/9/22

Dave & Diane speak with Darrell Tharp from Amazing Grace Ministries about how they serve our Q-munity, their current needs, how you could help them in their mission. Learn More at foramazinggrace.com

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Brand New Day – Philippine Outreach

Co-founder Erin Johnson talks about Brand New Day and a fundraiser to help build their own buildings. CLICK HERE for website and more info

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Camp Kanuga 5/11/22

It’s time to sign up for Camp Kanuga, a co-ed summer camp here in Hendersonville for rising grades two through twelve. There’s a program for every child at Camp Kanuga, including day camp, overnight camp, WNC expeditions,

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Local Focus w/ Jennifer Treadway @ BRCC 10/21/21

Today we were visited by the wonderful Jennifer Treadway, from Blue Ridge Community College to talk about Haunted Hendo!

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Blue Ridge Humane Society’s Barkyard Party!

Angela Prodrick from BRHS Joins Dave & Diane on today’s Local Focus to talk about their upcoming Barkyard Party. To Learn More about it visit: https://www.blueridgehumane.org/calendar/barkyard-parties/

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Local Focus Stay Well Stay Healthy Hendo 5/18/21