By Susan Larson
Housing sales in Fredericksburg (22401) were down in August 2014 over the same period a year ago, according to statistics released by RealEstate Business Intelligence, LLC.
Fredericksburg Releases New Map of City Parks and Trails
Fredericksburg’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Public Facilities and Department of Economic Development and Tourism have collaborated on a new map of the city’s parks and trails.
The new, two-page map highlights 21 outdoor spaces, parks and trails as well as park features including picnic tables, playground equipment, fishing opportunities and more, city staff said. Page one features downtown locations. Page two includes Motts Run Reservoir and W. L. Harris and Dixon Parks.
Inspections: Vivify, Fortune Gourmet, Salad Creations, Sullivan’s, Blackstone
The following restaurant inspections occurred from August 28 – September 8, 2014. Report details may be viewed online at “List All Food Facilities in this Area (sorted by last inspection date).“
Skydiver Delivers Game Ball to Yellow Jackets
By Susan Larson
The James Monroe Jackets won their September 12 game 38 – 13 against the Mountain View Wildcats. It’s was an exciting finish to a game that had a thrilling beginning. Skydiver Bobby Page delivered the game ball to Maury Stadium.
View the You Tube video here.
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Your Online Votes Could Net $60K for the Fredericksburg Area Food Bank
Your online votes can help the Fredericksburg Area Food Bank win $60,000 to support general hunger-relief initiatives in the Fredericksburg region.
Via Colori, Riverfest, Welsh Festival and More
It’s a very busy weekend in Fredericksburg, September 19 – 21, 2014. Listed below are the weekend’s special events. Click the hyperlinks for details.
September 19 – Friday
Blue & Grey Brewing Company Oktoberfest
James Monroe Yellow Jackets vs. Petersburg Crimson Wave
September 20 – Saturday
Tips to Improve Your Child’s Reading Comprehension
A bi-weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Elizabeth Colon, Above Grade Level in-home tutoring.
Many of my blog posts are written because I see a trend in the assessments completed by students in need of tutoring. Lately, I have seen an increasing number of students who are struggling with reading comprehension.
UMW Dedicates Information and Technology Convergence Center
By Erika Spivey, UMW Office of Media and Public Relations
The University of Mary Washington formally dedicated its Information and Technology Convergence Center with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 18.
The four-story, 77,000 square-foot structure opened to students in August. The building is located adjacent to Simpson Library and straddling Campus Walk.
New Crosswalk, Traffic Light Pattern at Blue & Gray Parkway, Lafayette
By Susan Larson
The traffic signals at Lafayette Boulevard and the Blue & Gray Parkway have been modified to accommodate pedestrians, runners and bicyclists using a new crosswalk at the intersection.
The crosswalk was added for the Virginia Central Railway Trail. Parts 1 and 2 of the trail open Saturday, Sept. 20. Users of the trail can now activate a crosswalk signal at the Blue & Gray Parkway, just west of Lafayette Boulevard. When the “Walk” light is on, all traffic across the crosswalk will be stopped.
Free Prostate Screenings September 22 at MWHC
Mary Washington Healthcare Regional Cancer Center is offering free prostate screenings from 6:30 – 9 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 22.
“Prostate is the most common cancer in men, but is highly treatable,” the cancer center said in a press release. “Early detection is key.”
The Week Ahead: City Meetings, Picnic in the Park, Shayla Rivera Lecture
The Week Ahead in Fredericksburg, September 22 – 26, 2014. Click the hyperlinks for details.
MONDAY, September 22
Mary Washington Healthcare is offering free prostate screenings from 6:30 – 9 p.m. at the MWHC Regional Cancer Center, 1300 Hospital Dr., Suite 101, Fredericksburg. Call Health Link at 540-741-1404 to schedule your free appointment.
TUESDAY, September 23
Councilman Kelly to Recommend City Continue Baseball Negotiations
By Susan Larson
At their September 23 regular session meeting, Fredericksburg City Council will again take-up the issue of building a baseball stadium complex.
Fallen Marine Honored with Stafford Procession
By Susan Larson
Marine Sgt. Charles Strong will be honored with a procession through Stafford County on Tuesday, Sept. 23, when his body is escorted from Dover Air Force Base to Covenant Funeral Service in Stafford.
Sgt. Strong, a member of the Corps’ elite special command, was killed in Herat Province, Afghanistan, on September 15.
Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct, Entrepreneur of the Week
By FredXchange
Each week members of the FredXchange community nominate an entrepreneur of the week. This week it’s Linda Clevenger, founder of Organization Direct.
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Mary Washington Healthcare Names McDermott CEO
Michael McDermott, M.D. has been chosen the next CEO of Mary Washington Healthcare, the board of trustees announced September 23. He replaces Fred Rankin, who is retiring.
“Dr. McDermott brings strong knowledge of our organization, and a great passion for the health of our community,” said John F. Fick, III, chairman of the Mary Washington Healthcare Board of Trustees.
City Pledges Additional $2M, Accepts Diamond Nation Offer
By Susan Larson
Plans for a minor league baseball stadium and amateur sports complex in Fredericksburg were revived Tuesday, when City Council unanimously voted to accept Diamond Nation’s most recent offer.
“We’re essentially back to where we were a year ago,” Mayor Mary Katherine Greenlaw said.
City Manager Bev Cameron announced the offer before the meeting in an email to the press. He outlined the offer in three points:
Fall Plant Sale Hosted by Rappahannock Adult Activities
Rappahannock Adult Activities (RAAI) is hosting their third annual fall plant sale through October 3 at their 750 Kings Hwy. location in Fredericksburg. Sale hours are 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. Pansies, chrysanthemums and a limited selection of herbs are available.
RAAI participants are responsible for the initial planting, placing labels on the pots, daily watering and plant care. They will also be selling the plants and assisting to load the plants in customers’ vehicles.
Startup Weekend, Dog Mart, Caberet, County Fair
Weekend events in the Fredericksburg area for September 26 – 28, 2014.
September 26 – 28 (Friday – Sunday)
UMW Public Events October 2014
By the University of Mary Washington Office of Media and Public Relations
The following October 2014 events at the University of Mary Washington are open to the public. All events are held at 1301 College Ave., Fredericksburg, unless otherwise listed.
Thursday, October 2 Reading, Thursday Poem Series,Tim Waltonen reads Seamus Heaney; Combs Hall, Room 139; 5-5:30 p.m.; free; (540) 654-1545 or (540) 654-1393.
Restaurant Inspections: Sammy T’s, Papa John’s, Kentucky Fried Chicken
The following four Fredericksburg restaurant inspections occurred September 9 – 25, 2014. Report details may be viewed online at “List All Food Facilities in this Area (sorted by last inspection date).“
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