Area store managers spent Friday at the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank as part of their Great Pantry Makeover Day.
PHOTOS: Food Lion steps up for the Food Bank
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WATCH: Food Lion managers get to work at the Food Bank
Food Lion managers from across the region spent Friday volunteering at the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank, rolling up their sleeves to stock shelves, clean, and refresh the Market Fresh area.
PHOTOS: Dahlgren trail crew relocates rail car
A volunteer crew successfully relocated a 40,000-pound historic rail car along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail, with plans underway to move the caboose and construct a protective carport.
PHOTOS: Cold-weather planting kicks off at Rappahannock Education Farm
25 volunteers planted 2,500 collard seedlings at Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak—kickstarting the fall crops that will help fight hunger across the region.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says no paperwork or ID needed—just a few quick questions to help them serve everyone.
WATCH: From closets to the classroom: Faded Foundation clothing drive
Fredericksburg’s Antoine Carey and his Faded Foundation are collecting gently used clothes through Sept. 26 to help fund books, tuition, and mentorships at the Faded & Co. Barber Academy.
LISTEN: The power of a service dog
We talk with Xander Hernandez–He received a dog earlier this year from Spotsylvania-based Leashes of Valor.Â
Old Dominion Humane Society rescues dozens of neglected dogs from southwest Virginia
ODHS sprang into action to save dozens of emaciated and traumatized dogs–now they need the community’s assistance.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says you’re welcome to come by for food assistance once a week, whether you choose a Drive-Thru or Walk-Up distribution.
WATCH: UMW Rugby helps local farm effort to feed families
More than 65 UMW Rugby players spent five hours volunteering at the Rappahannock Education Farm, lending muscle to fight food insecurity through hands-on service.
PHOTOS: UMW Rugby meets the Rappahannock Education Farm
Early Saturday, more than 65 University of Mary Washington Rugby players volunteered at the Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak.
‘One pill can kill’ forum focuses on dangers of fentanyl, power of Narcan
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares hosted forum at Salem Fields Church in Spotsylvania County.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says you’re welcome to come by for food assistance once a week, whether you choose a Drive-Thru or Walk-Up distribution.
The ‘write’ stuff: Essay contest to determine next owner of historic downtown home
Contest operators Paula and Robert Welsh plan to donate significant portion of ticket sales to two local charities.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says you’re welcome to come by for food assistance once a week, whether you choose a Drive-Thru, Walk-Up, or Fresh Market distribution.
PHOTOS: Volunteers plant hundreds of pounds of potatoes at Rappahannock Education Farm
On Saturday, volunteers planted 270 pounds of organic Adirondack Blue potatoes at Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak.
WATCH: FailSafe-ERA leads regional call to action, sounding the alarm on youth violence
Juanita Shanks leads coalition of local groups who are attempting to address youth gun violence.
WATCH: Deadline approaching–Make a difference as a CASA advocate by August 11
Rappahannock Area CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) is gearing up for its next round of volunteer training.
‘A natural fit’: Rappahannock Area YMCA names Boles new CEO
The Michigan native is currently the principal of Potomac High School in Prince William County.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says you’re welcome to come by for food assistance once a week, whether you choose a Drive-Thru, Walk-Up, or Fresh Market distribution.
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