It was the last council meeting for two long serving members of city government

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It was the last council meeting for two long serving members of city government
EMS Coordinator Tina Rauch and Director of MWHC Emergency Services Nehad Abed talk about the new Emergency Department at Harrison Crossing. It’s scheduled to open late January.
Dry and seasonal conditions are expected for the rest of the work week
December 1862. Street fighting in Fredericksburg leading up to the Battle of Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park Historian Frank O’Reilly.
Beth Parnicza with the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park talks about the looting in Fredericksburg in December 1862.
Motion to adjorn…right up until the end the Spotsylvania School Board argued. A new board begins January 1.
After two years, this version of the Spotsylvania School Board met for the final time last night.
Travelers are advised to use extra caution Tuesday morning, especially on bridges, ramps, and overpasses
A snapshot of some of some of the needs in the region. The Fredericksburg Salvation Army’s Toyland. Items will be picked up later this week for kids and senior citizens.
Executive Director Pat Holland talks about what to look for when reuniting with aging family members over the holidays. Know some options. nowrongdoor.virginia.gov. healthygenerations.org
I-95 and primary roads are clear with wet pavement, but motorists may encounter patches of snow coverage on lower-volume roads carrying light traffic
Overall, dry and cool all week
Yesterday’s rain turned to snow for awhile overnight. Forecasters say it won’t stay around…
The Union encounters delays on December 11, 1862. What that meant…
161 years ago today the Battle of Fredericksburg begins
The Battle of Fredericksburg begins as the Union begins to cross near Chatham Manor on the Stafford side of the Rappahannock to a site on Sophia Street in Fredericksburg.
Farms honored for exceptional soil and water conservation practices
The third-base coach for the Texas Rangers grew up and developed his baseball skills in Caroline
“I am most proud of joining the Navy and continuing my family legacy,” said Yates.
Analyzing the Battle