“We all have a responsibility to ourselves and our communities. We know what to do- it’s time we all take action.”
Concern. Rappahannock Area Health District releases letter to the community
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VIDEO: Stafford supervisor who had COVID-19 speaks from the heart to the community heading into the holidays
Stafford Supervisor Tinesha Allen had COVID-19. She has a message for the community going into the holidays.
VIDEO If you are traveling over the holiday, some stay safe tips
Advice to college students–but good for anyone traveling during the Thanksgiving holiday. Allison Balmes-John with the Rappahannock Area Health District with tips during a virtual meeting with students.
VIDEO: The governor’s thinking behind new COVID-19 restrictions
Governor Northam describes what went into his decision last Friday to change some COVID-19 restrictions in Virginia.
VIDEO: Governor urges small Thanksgiving gatherings
Governor Northam on Thanksgiving with family and friends: Think hard how you celebrate. Consider the risks.
COVID-19 cases continue to rise in the region
The Rappahannock Area Health District says the seven day average of COVID-19 cases is the highest since the pandemic began.
Area nonprofits can apply now for Recovery Grants from the Community Relief Fund
Grant applications must be submitted online before 5:00 PM on Monday, December 7th
VIDEO: Bohmke pleads with Stafford residents to follow COVID-19 rules
Stafford Board of Supervisors Chairman Meg Bohmke asks residents to get a second wind and again fight the coronavirus.
Stafford a concern locally with suddenly high COVID-19 numbers
“We are asking the public to commit to following recommendations by VDH to help us get through winter and a possible COVID-19 vaccine and maybe an illness-free spring”
VIDEO: Area COVID-19 cases rising at alarming rate for health professionals
Rappahannock Area Health District Acting Director Dr. Denise Bonds tells Spotsylvania Supervisors that COVID-19 cases in the area are at the highest they’ve been. Dr. Bonds says even though Thanksgiving is her favorite holiday, she won’t be gathering in person with all her family.
VIDEO: Rappahannock Area Health District getting ready for vaccine(s)
Rappahannock Area Health District Acting Director Dr. Denise Bonds talks to Caroline Supervisors about a vaccine and masks. She says schools have some of the lowest COVID-19 numbers.
Rappahannock YMCA Turkey Trot going virtual
The decision follows the Governor’s Executive Order due to the rising numbers of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Rappahannock Family Physicians joins Mary Washington Primary Care
Dr. Rafael Hernandez stated, “We are excited to become partners with Mary Washington Healthcare.”
Rappahannock-Rapidan Health District Director: “Our people are tired”
Dr. Wade Kartchner oversees Health District that includes Culpeper, Orange and Fauquier counties
Weekly area COVID-19 numbers
Rappahannock Area Health District coronavirus numbers this past week
VIDEO: Governor Northam announces new statewide measures to contain COVID-19
Includes limit of 25 individuals for in-person gatherings, expanded mask mandate, on-site alcohol curfew, and increased enforcement
COVID-19 numbers for the region
Rappahannock Area Health District weekly coronavirus update
AUDIO: Town Talk/Dr. Brian McDermott: Mary Washington Orthopedics
Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Brian McDermott with Mary Washington Orthopedics talks about Anterior Advantage Hip Replacement.
COVID-19 in the area
Weekly COVID-19 numbers from the Rappahannock Area Health District
AUDIO: Town Talk-Rappahannock YMCA/Turkey Trot
Cathy Weise and Naomie Murdoch with the Rappahannock YMCA talk about the annual Turkey Trot–it’s happening! Also updates on the Community Health Fair and the Healthy Holiday Payback Challenge
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