107 hospitalized. Two more deaths reported
232 new COVID-19 cases in the Rappahannock Area Health District
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Delays on Route 3 in the Ferry Farm area for emergency utility work
Motorists can expect brief delays on Route 3 eastbound and westbound in Stafford County, just east of Washington Square Plaza, today and tomorrow and all next week.
VIDEO: Spotsy School Board hears from the public on the name Robert E. Lee
No decision yet. The Spotsylvania School Board heard from county residents on Wednesday night for about 90 minutes about renaming Robert E. Lee Elementary School. A vote on how to proceed is now the next step.
Rappahannock Area Health District highly concerned as COVID numbers increase
“2021 has not started out on a good note when it comes to our district’s COVID-19 metrics”
City Police investigating high number of vehicle tampering cases
Police say take a few minutes to ensure your car isn’t targeted.
High COVID numbers stay in the Rappahannock Area Health District
One death reported in Spotsy. 114 hospitalized
AUDIO: Spotsylvania Delegate Mark Cole (R-88)
Spotsylvania Delegate Mark Cole is the former chairman of the Privileges and Election Committee. He talks about reasonable election reforms and why he thinks mail-in voting opens the door the fraud. Also, governing in a pandemic and redistricting.
Congressman Wittman to reject certifying Biden as President
Congressman Wittman says he has concerns about how votes were handled in several states
VIDEO: Warner says Republicans questioning the election result are damaging America
Virginia Senator Mark Warner says the process will likely be long, but he says Congress will certify President-elect Biden’s Electoral College win. In a meeting with state reporters, Warner is critical of Republicans.
Catalytic converters lifted in Stafford
Four suspects stole three catalytic converters from Truslow Motors
Rappahannock Area Health District reports two new COVID-19 deaths. 125 total
190 new COVID cases in the region. 114 hospitalized
AUDIO: Town Talk/Delegate Josh Cole
Stafford Delegate Josh Cole (D-28) previews the 2021 General Assembly session that will be all virtual for the House of Delegates. Topics include: education, more money for mental health, legalizing marijuana and improving Brooke Road.
VIDEO: Spotsy School Board to hear comments on renaming Robert E. Lee Elementary
The Spotsylvania School Board is scheduled to hold a public hearing this Wednesday night at 7 on renaming Robert E. Lee Elementary School.
The Weather Channel keeping an eye on a possible storm late week
Cross-Country System One to Watch For East Coast?
Rappahannock Area Health District COVID-19 numbers continue to concern
Rappahannock Area Health District reports 108 are hospitalized in the region with COVID-19. Positivity rate nearly 18%. Under 10% is the goal.
Road work around the area this week
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Real-time information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia
Five resolutions for a fraud-free 2021
The Better Business Bureau of Central Virginia says by taking just a few practical measures, you can help make the upcoming year fraud-free for you and your family.
AUDIO: Town Talk/City Councilman Matt Kelly
Fredericksburg Councilman Matt Kelly reflects on 2020: The economic impact on COVID-19 and protests. He looks ahead to challenges to transportation and schools.
VIDEO: Senator Warner sworn in for another term
Virginia Senator Mark Warner was sworn into office for his third term in a socially distant ceremony by Vice President Pence on Sunday the first day of the 117th Congress. Senator Warner is ranked 32nd in seniority.
The Weather Channel predicts above average temps for us this month
More rain than snow this month? We’ll see!
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