Community Access

We spoke with Senior Director of Education, Mark Hedrick and Jason Russell, JMR Staffing CEO, about Oak Hill school. Oak Hill offers great opportunities for students with disabilities. Partner with Oak Hill through a local fundraiser coming up. 

The 2nd Annual Butler Family Foundation Golf Tournament will take place at the Stanley Golf Course on Monday, September 30th. This event offers participants the opportunity to enjoy a challenging round of golf while supporting the foundation’s charitable endeavors and giving back to the community.

We spoke with Derek Brown, President of Call Before You Dig, Inc., a FREE service to anyone excavating within the state of Connecticut. Call Before You Dig service enables excavators to obtain information on the location of underground utility pipes and cables in the area of the proposed work site. 

We spoke with Michelle Pincince, Connecticut Education Director, East Division, of the Connecticut Anti-Defamation League (ADL), about how the ADL's No Place For Hate Program combats bullying, bias, and prejudice through educational programming.

We spoke with Dr. Amanda Swan, Owner of Swan Integrative Health and Wellness , about how her practice combines conventional medical approaches with holistic health practices to empower patients to feel their best and to optimize their health so that they can share their light with the world.

We spoke with Christine Faressa, President and Founder of Sun, Moon & Stars about her mission to provide families with children on the Autism Spectrum with opportunities to participate in activities, events and programs while building a strong community within Greater Watertown and surrounding areas.

We spoke with Dr. James Cardon from Hartford Healthcare and Adria Giordano, Executive Director of the American Heart Association, about the upcoming 2024 Greater Hartford Heart Walk taking place on Saturday, September 7, as well as heart disease and heart health in general.

We spoke with Bradley Hoffman, Owner/President of Hoffman Auto Group, about the upcoming Michael Simmons Music Festival , a fundraiser in support of “Friends of Michael," the foundation that Bradley and Kathy Hoffman set up for their son, Michael.

We spoke with Jenn Humphrey, Founder of Brass City Rescue Alliance, about the Woof! There It Is! Comedy Night Fundraiser on Saturday, August 24th at the Southington Elks Lodge.

We spoke with Pastor AJ Johnson, Owner at THE HAT HOUSE , the flagship store of Brothers Johnson 1929 Hat Co. located in the heart of Hartford, Connecticut.

We spoke with Jenn McCulloch, Assistant Director of the Hometown Foundation , about the Dream Ride Experience coming to Farmington, Connecticut Friday, August 23rd through Sunday, August 25th.

We spoke with Olivia Dudley, Director of Program Operations, and Rasheeda Wright, Juvenile Justice Team Leader for Waterbury Youth Services , about their 27th Annual Back to School Rally on Thursday, August 22nd as well as their mission to guide youth to discover their unique talents and potential for success --- one life at a time.

We spoke with Mary Young, Program Director and Treasurer of the Upper Albany Neighborhood Collaborative , about the organization's mission to empower the residents of Upper Albany through the establishment of block clubs, job initiatives, educational programs, youth council and initiatives and economic development.

We spoke with Deborah Van Steenbergen, Founder and President of Quilts That Care , along with Maura Yerger, Vice President, about their organization that makes and donates quilts to cancer patients at 20 local Connecticut facilities.

We spoke with Dr. Abbas Mohammadi of Columbia Dental about his journey to success in the dental field and how he openedhis first private practice "for fun." Dr. Mohammadi shares tips on how to maintain dental health throughout the warm summer months and more.

We spoke with Donna Finneran, Founder and President of the Brian O'Connell Homeless Project , about starting the Brian O'Connell Homeless Foundation in honor of her twin brother, Brian O'Connell, who passed away while homeless. Donna makes and delivers "Brian Bags" to the homeless every day.

We spoke with Donovan and Isha Bell of Lion's Den Vegetarian Restaurant about what it's like to own a local business in Connecticut as well as the opening of their second location in Hartford.

We spoke to Julia Pistell, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Sea Tea Improv, as well as Allie Rivera, Instructor and Performer, about their mission to present high-quality, affordable, original entertainment to a diverse audience. By providing opportunities and a home for comedians and performers, they cultivate an inclusive comedy community and springboard top regional talent to a national leve...

President and CEO Nick Caplanson of Dime Bank and Molly Devanney, President and CEO of Highland Park Market Today’s interview will focus on serving the community working with local businesses and business owners.

Protecting Kids and Pets Partnership Former State Representative Diana Urban shares information about a new partnership that will protect the voiceless, animals and children. www.protectingkidsandpets.com

LIVE from The Travelers Championship: South Park Inn Theresa Nicholson, Executive Director, shares the importance of supporting this incredible organization!

LIVE from The Travelers Championship: The Salvation Army Major Mig Lavenbien shares how these Birdies for Charity dollars will be used for a new youth program!

LIVE from The Travelers Championship: LivFree Daniel Viera and Jim McCaffrey share the importance of spreading kindnes through supporting families battling pediatric cancer.