Callie Brown, Amanda Richardson and Courtney Mersiowsky preview the event.
LISTEN: Earth Day this Saturday at Old Mill Park
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Area road work this week
Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
Neighbors alert resident of Stafford County house fire
County and City firefighters respond to Smith Street fire Sunday evening.
Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank distribution this week
The food bank say there’s no need to bring paperwork or ID–They might ask you a few quick questions about your household, income, and where you live to ensure they’re serving everyone the best they can.
PHOTOS: Another big volunteer turnout at Rappahannock Education Farm in Stafford
More than 30 Rappahannock Education Farm volunteers planted 250+ tomato plants on Saturday morning in White Oak.
K-9 Ike retires in Caroline
The Sheriff’s Office is celebrating the well-earned retirement of a dedicated narcotics-detecting K9 in Caroline County.
WATCH: The Fredericksburg Country Club is 100
Events and activities for members planned all year.
VDOT lifts lane closures for holiday weekend
VDOT has traffic and travel info to plan ahead.
VA250 Commission remembers Paul Revere’s ride
You can get involved by placing two lights in your window April 18-19
Jury scam back in Stafford
The Sheriff’s Office says if you receive a call from anyone posing as a deputy asking for money, it’s a scam.
WATCH: Love Scrub returns to Hurkamp Park on May 4th
Chip Taylor says the 10-2 event is rewarding and exhausting.
WATCH: Downtown Greens adds permeable walking path to the upper garden
Downtown Greens cut the ribbon for the path in the upper garden along Dixon Street between Princess Anne and Charles Streets.
Area road work this week
All work is scheduled weather permitting.
Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank distributions this week
You’re welcome to come by for food assistance once a week, whether you choose a drive-thru, walk-up, or fresh market distribution.
LISTEN: Contact Virginia 811 before you dig
Stephanie Benson with Columbia Gas of Virginia says it’s important to remember to contact VA811 before every digging or excavation project to protect communities and prevent costly damages.
There’s a new program: ‘Thank a Trooper’
State Police say compliments will be shown to individual troopers and other leaders within the Virginia State Police.
Marine Corps Base Quantico testing
Because training on Quantico is continuous, residents can expect to always hear some noise or feel vibrations.
Two charged with check fraud in Caroline
The Caroline Sheriff’s Office says this investigation also involves the U.S. Postal Service.
WATCH: Riverside offers a gift to those on the front lines of a tough week
Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Stafford is offering a free show only ticket for Jesus Christ Superstar–this Friday night–the 11th–for area teachers, law enforcement and emergency personnel.
Knife found in student backpack in King George
Sheriff’s Office received a tip and met the bus as it arrived at school.
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