It’s the annual Stamp Out Hunger event.
WATCH: Area postal workers picking up food from you May 10th
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WATCH: The work of a community outreach coordinator in working with the homeless in Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg City Council has voted to fund the position.
City, Stafford farm pursue a GOATed solution to unwanted vegetation
Furry, eco-friendly landscaping project at Old Mill Park is part of 60-day trial program.
Grant will help fund therapist in Fredericksburg City Schools
The $90,000 award from the Mary Washington Hospital Foundation to RACSB will also go toward mental-health assessments.
City investigating cause of Rappahannock Canal drainage
Cause of drainage unknown, and residents could soon smell previously-submerged microorganisms.
Longtime educator, parent Andy Wolfenbarger announces candidacy for Fredericksburg City School Board
He will run for vacant Ward 1 seat in November.
WATCH: In just over a week, it’s The Great Train Race!
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City council’s ‘conservative’ budget includes 4-cent real estate tax increase
The body also approved on first reading an 8% increase to water rates and a 6% increase to sewer rates.
LISTEN: Earth Day this Saturday at Old Mill Park
Callie Brown, Amanda Richardson and Courtney Mersiowsky preview the event.
Free Press Sound Check with Emily Woodhull
Hear from and see the rising star, who’s preparing to release a new single.
At Tapa Rio, both the mood and food are worth sharing
The riverfront restaurant, which celebrated its sixth anniversary in January, is the culmination of Erika Acosta’s culinary journey.
WATCH: Love Scrub returns to Hurkamp Park on May 4th
Chip Taylor says the 10-2 event is rewarding and exhausting.
Fredericksburg City Council aims to ‘keep powder dry’ in recommended FY26 budget
Councilors discuss real estate tax rate, funds for partner organizations.
UMW student turns pandemic-era passion project into a business venture
UMW senior Maha Montaz was able to start a jewelry business out of a hobby she started to escape boredom during the pandemic.
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.
Little’s impact with Tree Fredericksburg rooted in community support
Tree Fredericksburg founder was honored Thursday during city’s 37th annual Arbor Day celebration.
Riverside offers free show to educators, first responders
Local teachers and emergency personnel can see Jesus Christ Superstar for free Friday night.
LISTEN: Little Shop of Horrors at JM
Teacher Mark Wright and eight students talk about the show, April 10-12th at 7pm.
In the zone: FCPS approves elementary school redistricting map
Board debates proposed elementary school behavioral intervention classroom.
Brenda J. Russ appointed principal of Hugh Mercer Elementary School
Seasoned educator returns to city, where she was a former teacher of the year at JMHS.
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