Dave the Computer Guy talks about AI and the NFL, troubleshooting the internet and over buying tech.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Techs in the Burg
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WATCH: Yakabouski talks cooperation between Board of Supervisors and School Board in Spotsy
The Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors and School Board met together to talk about issues and a path forward. Supervisor Chris Yakabouski (Battlefield) says there’s much to be gained with these meetings.
Wet and mild
We’re now in a mild stretch of weather
WATCH: Ed Petrovich looks ahead and is concerned about what he sees
The Spotsylvania County Administrator advocates for more strategic planning
WATCH: School infrastructure bill passes General Assembly committee
Prince William Delegate Jeremy McPike’s bill to allow all localities in Virginia to charge an additional 1% sales tax to fund school construction and renovation (if voters of the locality approved through a referendum) passed in Committee.
LISTEN: Town Talk/University of Mary Washington Museums
UMW Museums Executive Director Scott Harris talks about the James Monroe Museum, Gari Melchers Home and Studio and The Papers of James Monroe
Mild today. Rain develops
Most of the rain comes tomorrow
WATCH: City Council density vote
After hearing about two hours of public comment, Fredericksburg City Council unanimously approved amendments to the unified development ordinance that increase density in some zoning districts.
WATCH: Public comment on density changes in the City
Fredericksburg City Council heard about two hours of comments against changes that those in opposition say will increase density in parts of the city. In the end, Council voted to make the changes. Here is some of the public comment.
Spotsylvania Superintendent Mark Taylor placed on administrative leave
School Board chairwoman releases short statement on Tuesday afternoon following Monday meeting.
UMW MLK keynote speaker focuses on the future with Jan. 24 presentation
The talk, presented by the James Farmer Multicultural Center, will take place inside the Cedric Rucker University Center’s Chandler Ballroom at 7 p.m.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Local historical research
Maddie Hollis with the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park talks about research..specifically her research on the Freedman’s Bureau in Fredericksburg
Stafford High wrestling team volunteers at Old Dominion Humane Society
The frigid weather and early morning hour didn’t deter them from walking and playing with the rescue dogs, mopping floors, washing dog beds and giving treats and toys to the dogs!
LISTEN: The Business of Adventure podcast
We invite Chris Muldrow and Keith Peterson on the show to discuss their favorite layering tips. If you’re finding the cold unbearable then this is the episode for you!
Temperatures begin to inch up
It’s not as cold as it has been
WATCH: Five day gun purchase waiting period advances in General Assembly
Supporters of the bill said the delay would decrease suicides. But Westmoreland Senator Richard Stuart said this could be a safety issue.
Photos: Wintry Monday morning at Fairview Beach in King George
Photos courtesy Lenore Halkowich.
Area road work this week
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Real-time information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia
LISTEN: Town Talk/Firefighter cancer
Spotsylvania Assistant Chief Chris Lonzo, Fairfax Firefighter Ryan McGill and Steve Weissman with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network
A little warmer
Warming up this week
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