Also, build a Pumpkin/Snowman Door hanger
Love & Light Yoga Festival in Culpeper
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Painting raffle coming for Bourbon and Boxwood
Washington Heritage Museums will host its third annual fundraiser, “Bourbon & Boxwood” at the Mary Washington House and gardens on September 23, 2017.
UMW survey says majority of Virginians disapprove of Trump
President Donald Trump received mostly negative evaluations in a new Virginia statewide survey by the University of Mary Washington, with 55 percent of adult Virginians saying they disapprove of his job performance, while 37 percent approve.
State Police warn of online “ticket camera” scam
The Virginia State Police does not use or issue digital/automated traffic tickets or summonses.
City releases guidelines for slave block discussion
The public forum will take place at James Monroe High School
located at 2300 Washington Avenue and will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude at 11:00 a.m. Doors
for the event will open at 7:45 a.m.
Stafford teen to compete in Miss Virginia Teen USA
Katelyn Redd, a student at Colonial Forge High School, will compete in the Miss
Virginia Teen USA 2018 pageant.
Shots fired — Fredericksburg Police Report
Also, broken window at Visitors Center
Check out a “human book” at the library
The Human Library project originated in Denmark and is “designed to build a positive framework for conversations that can challenge stereotypes and prejudices through dialogue … a place where difficult questions are expected, appreciated and answered.”
Multiple work zones on I-95 this week
Motorists should anticipate overnight travel delays and double lane closures on Interstate 95 northbound and southbound this week in Stafford and Spotsylvania counties through early Saturday, Sept. 23.
Sister city group plans Este photo show
The exhibit will be mounted at Orofino Restaurant, 1006 Caroline Street.
FredJobs: SimVentions looking for cybersecurity engineer
Provide event planning and cybersecurity engineering support.
Job fair planned for adults with disabilities
“Possibilities for People with Disabilities” will take place Thursday, Sept. 21 at Kenmore Club, 632 Kenmore Avenue in Fredericksburg from 1—4 p.m.
FredToday Partners: Plan your holiday party at 718
Located in the heart of Downtown Fredericksburg, 718 Venue is a unique private event venue perfect for wedding ceremonies and receptions, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, corporate functions, company meetings, birthday celebrations, and other events.
Stafford sheriff seeks hit-and-run driver who struck 11-year-old
The suspect vehicle is described as a dark blue crew cab style pickup truck.
New commercial leases from Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer
Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer reports the following recent lease transactions in the Fredericksburg area for the month of August
Northam, Gillespie in tight contest, UMW survey shows
Virginia Lt. Gov. Ralph Northam (D) and Republican nominee Ed Gillespie remain locked in a tight contest for governor of Virginia, with 44 percent of likely voters favoring Northam and 39 percent backing Gillespie in a new University of Mary Washington statewide survey.
Chrysanthemum sale to benefit Rappahannock Adult Activities
Customers may purchase mums from on Sept. 18 and 20 at the Farmers Market in Hurkamp Park near the intersection of William and Prince Edward streets in Fredericksburg.
VDOT Hot Spots
September 17 – September 23, 2017
Lane closures this week at Central Park
Drivers traveling Route 3 in Fredericksburg near Interstate 95 at Exit 130 and the Central Park shopping area should be alert for overnight lane closures this week as construction continues on a safety improvement project.
Micah to launch community cafe
In the next several months, Micah will launch a community cafe in the fellowship hall of Fredericksburg Baptist Church.
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