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Saturdays with Sandra | How a Gardening Queen Welcomes Spring Early

A Valentine’s Day memory gone hilariously wrong sets the tone for this feel‑good episode. Sandra Parrish chats with community favorite Colleen, who shares both her sweetest and funniest Valentine moments before diving into practical winter gardening tips. From starting seedlings on a sunny windowsill to pruning trees, prepping outdoor beds, and planning cold‑weather and warm‑weather crops, Colleen explains how to get a head start on spring planting — even without a greenhouse. Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/1011ThePulse] and Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/1011thepulse] or download our app to stay connected! Saturdays with Sandra [Saturdays%20with%20Sandra] www.1011thepulse.com [https://www.1011thepulse.com] ios App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/101-1-the-pulse/id6749899773] Android App [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radio1011pulse.app&hl=en_US] Advertise with Us [https://www.1011thepulse.com/advertise-with-us/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter 00:36 Valentine’s Day Memories and Stories 01:20 Starting Seedlings Indoors 02:00 Cold‑Weather and Warm‑Weather Crops 02:34 Pruning Trees and Outdoor Prep 03:10 Gardening Help and Local Resources 04:20 What Colleen Is Growing Next See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Saturday with Sandra | Ice, Fire, and Thousands of Hungry Fans

Downtown Blue Ridge is about to turn electric. Sandra Parrish talks with Troy Shirbroun of the Blue Ridge Business Association about the 15th annual Fire & Ice Chili and Craft Beer Festival — the biggest one yet. From a record 24 chili competitors to 36 ice sculptures, live carving demos, craft beer, live music, and Valentine’s Day fun, Troy shares why this hometown celebration draws thousands every year. Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/1011ThePulse] and Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/1011thepulse] or download our app to stay connected! Saturdays with Sandra [Saturdays with Sandra] www.1011thepulse.com [https://www.1011thepulse.com] ios App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/101-1-the-pulse/id6749899773] Android App [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radio1011pulse.app&hl=en_US] Advertise with Us [https://www.1011thepulse.com/advertise-with-us/] Fire & Ice Chili Cook Off & Craft Beer Festival [https://www.blueridgemountains.com/events/annual-events/fire-ice-chili-cook-off/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter 00:32 What Makes Fire & Ice Special 01:15 Chili Competition and Tasting Details 01:58 Ice Sculptures and Live Carvings 02:23 Craft Beer, Music, and Vendors 03:40 Valentine’s Day Activities 04:20 Event Schedule and Final Details See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Saturdays with Sandra | Can the DREAM Scholarship Fix College Dropouts?

A new scholarship could quietly change thousands of Georgia students’ futures. Sandra Parrish talks with former Governor and current University System Chancellor Sonny Perdue about the DREAM Scholarship, a needs‑based program designed to keep students from dropping out due to financial strain. Perdue explains how even a few hundred dollars can determine whether a student earns a degree — and why Georgia is finally addressing the gap left by HOPE. They also break down the program’s expansion, eligibility, funding challenges, and why work‑study requirements ensure students stay invested. Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/1011ThePulse] and Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/1011thepulse] or download our app to stay connected! Saturdays with Sandra [Saturdays with Sandra] www.1011thepulse.com [https://www.1011thepulse.com] ios App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/101-1-the-pulse/id6749899773] Android App [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radio1011pulse.app&hl=en_US] Advertise with Us [https://www.1011thepulse.com/advertise-with-us/] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter 00:38 What the DREAM Scholarship Is 02:15 Why Students Drop Out Over Small Costs 03:40 Funding, Expansion, and Legislative Hurdles 04:35 Eligibility, FAFSA, and Work Requirements 05:55 Grant Amounts and Institutional Decisions 06:50 Closing Thoughts and Final Remarks See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Saturdays with Sandra | Inside the Capitol Chaos: Greg Bluestein Breaks It Down

Shocking twists are reshaping Georgia politics in real time. Sandra Parrish sits down with AJC political reporter Greg Bluestein to break down the dueling tax plans at the Capitol, the growing divide between House and Senate leaders, and how the 2026 and 2027 elections could determine Georgia’s long-term fiscal future. Greg also unpacks Rick Jackson’s surprise entrance into the governor’s race, why it caught even insiders off guard, and how it could upend the Republican field. Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/1011ThePulse] and Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/1011thepulse] or download our app to stay connected! Saturdays with Sandra [Saturdays with Sandra] www.1011thepulse.com [https://www.1011thepulse.com] ios App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/101-1-the-pulse/id6749899773] Android App [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radio1011pulse.app&hl=en_US] Advertise with Us [https://www.1011thepulse.com/advertise-with-us/] Greg's X Account [https://x.com/bluestein] Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Banter 00:42 Dueling Income and Property Tax Plans 02:25 Governor Kemp’s Measured Tax Approach 03:40 How the 2026–2027 Elections Shape Policy 04:49 Rick Jackson’s Surprise Entry 06:10 Impact on the Republican Field 07:20 Final Thoughts and Session Preview See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

Small Town Soapbox | Speeding: The Silent Killer on Georgia Roads

Speeding is an epidemic, and it’s costing lives every single day. In today's Small Town Soapbox, Darien dives into the shocking statistics of traffic fatalities in Georgia and the overlooked dangers of speeding. From rural roads to major highways, Darien shares his no-nonsense take on how small towns can tackle this issue, honor law enforcement, and save lives. It’s a heartfelt, unfiltered look at a problem that hits close to home. Follow us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/1011ThePulse] and Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/1011thepulse] or download our app to stay connected! www.1011thepulse.com [https://www.1011thepulse.com] The Porch with Darien and Asa [https://www.1011thepulse.com/onair/the-porch-with-darien-asa/] ios App [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/101-1-the-pulse/id6749899773] Android App [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.radio1011pulse.app&hl=en_US] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.