Fundraising goal is $200,000 this year–800 walked last year.
LISTEN: Micah prepares for 4th annual Coldest Night of the Year walk on February 28th
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PHOTOS: Rappahannock Education Farm volunteers turn cold day into big harvest
(Most) Bundled up against a 38-degree wind chill at Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak, 30+ volunteers harvested more than 600 pounds of fresh produce on Monday.
Electric cooperative foundation announces $1,500 scholarships for 2026 graduates
The Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives Education Scholarship Foundation is offering $1,500 scholarships to high school seniors or 2026 home-school graduates entering college or trade school this fall.
Foodbank distribution this week
Full details on the Foodbank Facebook events page or the free FREDFOODVA app.
WATCH: Rappahannock Education Farm shares lessons from first full season
Rappahannock Education Farm’s Rich Larochelle reflected on a year of getting hands dirty, from planting and weeding to harvesting across 11 acres in White Oak.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says come once a week for Drive-Thru or Walk-Up distributions.
Fredericksburg writer’s ‘Eagle Air Support’ idea gets off the ground
In the program, surplus air conditioners from the University of Mary Washington will be given to Fredericksburg-area residents in need.
$20,000 in scholarships available to REC members’ children
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative is awarding 17 scholarships to students planning to attend college or career and technical schools, with applications open through February 27.
LISTEN: How small donations of essentials make a big impact at Hope House
Loisann’s Hope House Executive Director Cait Woodward says the organization works hard to meet nearly every need for families in crisis, from housing support to case management.
PHOTOS: Major upgrades underway at Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak
Big projects are taking shape where a new barn and greenhouse are quickly transforming the site.
WATCH: A year of challenges and lessons–Dan Maher looks back at 2025
Dan Maher with the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank reflects on the past year and the lessons it brought.
Food Bank distribution this week
Come once a week for Drive-Thru or Walk-Up distributions.
WATCH: Behind the pottery wheel
Fredericksburg potter Kevin Rodrigue is creating about 200 bowls for Empowerhouse’s Empty Bowl fundraiser early next month.
LISTEN: More patrols planned as drunk driving injuries spike
Police across Virginia will increase patrols on New Year’s Eve as part of a statewide push to curb drunk driving.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says drive-thru and walk-up food distributions are available once a week.
PHOTOS: Final harvest of 2025 caps a big year at Rappahannock Education Farm
Sixty volunteers gathered nearly a ton of produce during the final harvest of 2025 at the Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak.
LISTEN: Increased holiday patrols target impaired driving in Virginia
“Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” is underway across Virginia this holiday season, with increased patrols targeting impaired driving.
PHOTOS: Rooted in care–Tree Fredericksburg volunteers at work
Tree Fredericksburg volunteers were busy pruning, not planting, Monday at James Monroe High School.
LISTEN: Season of giving includes the need for blood donations
American Red Cross officials are urging more people to donate blood, warning that a small donor base continues to strain supplies.
Food Bank distribution schedule this week
The Food Bank says drive-thru and walk-up food distributions are available once a week.
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