The Leashes of Valor ceremony brought a powerful mix of pride and emotion.
WATCH: Service dog graduation brings families and fosters together at Leashes of Valor
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LISTEN: Leashes of Valor says its service dogs are helping prevent veteran suicides
Leashes of Valor says more than 50 veterans paired with its service dogs have experienced no suicides, highlighting the program’s impact ahead of Saturday’s graduation ceremony.
Loud Noise Alert: Dahlgren naval range testing set for Nov. 4–7
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will conduct range testing the rest of the week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., which may produce loud noise in nearby communities.
Loud Navy range testing Wednesday–Thursday near Dahlgren
Navy range testing later this week will produce loud noise and close part of the Potomac River in King George.
Military leaders meeting at Quantico to bring delays, limited base access
Marine Corps Base Quantico will delay opening until noon Tuesday and restrict access due to heightened security for a high-level military meeting, with potential traffic delays expected nearby.
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division to conduct range testing Tuesday thru Friday
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will conduct range testing Sept. 23–26 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., which may produce very loud noise in surrounding communities.
WATCH: Pentagon recognizes Spotsylvania veteran with Spirit of Hope award
Retired U.S. Marine Tai Mamea of Spotsylvania was honored at the Pentagon with the 2025 Spirit of Hope Award for his volunteer work supporting veterans.
PHOTOS: 9/11 at noon at Mission BBQ
The National Anthem is played everyday at noon–on 9/11 in Spotsylvania it was performed live.
Remembering the service dog who inspired Leashes of Valor of Valor
On 9/11, we also remember Axel, the first service dog of Leashes of Valor founder Jason Haag, whose support helped shape the Spotsylvania nonprofit’s mission to serve post-9/11 veterans.
WATCH: Leashes of Valor founder reflects on 9/11’s lasting impact
Retired Marine Capt. Jason Haag, founder of Spotsylvania-based Leashes of Valor, says the legacy of 9/11 continues to shape his life and drives his mission to provide service dogs to post-9/11 veterans.
Range testing at Dahlgren; Loud noise and river access restrictions expected
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will conduct range testing the rest of the week, potentially causing loud noise in surrounding communities.
Warner, Dems bemoan Fredericksburg VA staffing after Trump administration ‘denigrates’ workforce
Rep. Eugene Vindman said he’s tried to talk to the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs about the matter — to no avail.
Loud noise and river access restrictions expected during Dahlgren range testing on Wednesday
Testing expected from 8-5.
Party like it’s 1945: World War II veteran Toye feted for service at HFFI event
The 98-year-old Spotsylvania resident was just 18 when he shipped off to Okinawa in 1944, serving as a quartermaster.
Loud noise expected during naval weapons testing at Dahlgren on August 13
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will perform weapons testing on August 13, with loud noise expected and river access restrictions in place for public safety.
NSWC Dahlgren Division range testing Tuesday and Wednesday
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will conduct range testing from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Celebrating 80 years in the sky
Culpeper Regional Airport on Saturday marks the 80th anniversary of “Doris Mae,” a fully restored TBM-3E Avenger torpedo bomber originally built by General Motors at the close of World War II.
WATCH: Leashes of Valor needing fosters for service dog training
Spotsylvania-based Leashes of Valor, a nonprofit dedicated to providing service dogs to post-9/11 veterans, is looking for foster families to help train their dogs.
WATCH: Motorcycle ride this Saturday raising money for two area veterans groups
Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association 27-2 in Fredericksburg, Stafford and Woodbridge holds its annual fundraising event, Bull Run III.
NSWC Dahlgren Division range testing on Tuesday
Officials say there could be very loud noise in the areas around Dahlgren.
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