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Turner Ashby High School plans salute to Veterans

Students at Turner Ashby High School in Bridgewater will salute Veterans this Friday morning. Angela Osinkosky with Turner Ashby High School says her goal is to have 100 veterans attend this year's event. FFA students will serve the veterans breakfast starting at 7:30 a.m. and a parade and ceremony will follow at 8:15 a.m.

Nov 05, 2025•6 min

In the Garden with Andre Viette

Andre Viette has a list of favorite plants. The problem is, the list is soooo long, there's no way for Andre to talk about them in one hour of "In the Garden with Andre Viette". So, this hour, Andre highlights some of the beautiful plants on his list.

Nov 01, 2025•51 min

In the Garden with Andre Viette - Mulching - 11/1/25 Hr.2

Most gardeners think about mulching in the spring. It's a great tool for controlling weeds. But Andre Viette says fall mulching is also good. The layer of mulch can help protect your plants during winter and cold weather.

Nov 01, 2025•51 min

In the Garden with Andre Viette - Weather - 11/1/25 Hour 1

Fall can bring cool temperatures and some nights freezing temperatures. Andre Viette talks about how to protect your plants from a freezing cold night and how to protect plant roots from extreme cold during the winter months.

Nov 01, 2025•51 min

Rockingham County Fair update with Rebecca Holloway

As November begins, Rebecca Holloway, General Manager of the Rockingham County Fair, shares a busy lineup of events at the fairgrounds. This weekend features the Larson Angus Production Sale and the Showmasters Gun Show, followed by the Mid-Atlantic Fall Bonanza Hereford Cattle Sale and the Valley Gem and Jewelry Show on November 7–8. The fairgrounds remain active through the holidays, with a circus tentatively scheduled for mid-November and a break over Thanksgiving weekend. December kicks off ...

Oct 31, 2025•11 min

National FFA Convention Update on WSVA

Jennifer Armstrong from the Virginia FFA Foundation shared an update on the National FFA Convention during her appearance on WSVA, highlighting a key vote on affiliate membership. Virginia, represented by six state officer delegates, participated in a lengthy discussion that ultimately led to the rejection of affiliate membership. The decision was influenced by concerns over financial fairness, especially for smaller chapters in states like Virginia that do not receive state funding to cover aff...

Oct 31, 2025•6 min

National FFA Convention Update with Jennifer Armstrong

Jennifer Armstrong from the Virginia FFA Foundation spoke with WSVA listeners about the 98th National FFA Convention, highlighting a major issue being debated by the student-led FFA delegation: member affiliation. The proposed change would shift membership dues from individuals to entire chapters, meaning every student in an agriculture class would automatically become an FFA member. While this could significantly boost Virginia’s membership from 14,000 to 40,000, it poses a financial challenge ...

Oct 30, 2025•6 min

National FFA Convention - Opening Day

The 98th Annual National FFA Convention officially opens today, October 29th, in Indianapolis, bringing together thousands of FFA members from across the country to celebrate leadership, growth, and agricultural excellence. Virginia FFA reporter Alli Phillips shares that today’s agenda is packed with excitement, including the first rounds of competition where many Virginia FFA members will be showcasing their skills and representing their chapters. From career development events to leadership wo...

Oct 30, 2025•5 min

WSVA Spotlight on Valley Agriculture - Taste of Virginia - Shenandoah Valley

"Taste of Virginia" is a special event series designed to spotlight the incredible food, drink and the communities of Virginia all to benefit the Virginia Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom. Christy Murphy with Ag in the Classroom talks about the first event, highlighting the Shenandoah Valley on Thursday, November 6 in Timberville. The Virginia Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that promotes a greater understanding and appreciation of agr...

Oct 28, 2025•7 min
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