Tampa Taiko on the steps of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library downtown.
PHOTOS: Taiko performance marks week 2 of Music on the Steps
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Drought forces stricter water limits in Caroline County
Caroline County has increased its water restrictions to Level 3 as extreme drought conditions continue to put significant pressure on the county’s water system.
UMW team tests the waters — literally — with weekly coliform monitoring along Rappahannock
Researchers and students hope year-round testing will help river users make informed decisions about swimming, paddling and other recreation.
PHOTOS: An afternoon at Hunting Run in Spotsylvania
Hunting Run is off of Ely’s Ford Road near the Chanellorsville Battlefield.
PHOTOS: Planting through the rain at Rappahannock Education Farm
If there’s one thing as certain as death and taxes, it’s Rappahannock Education Farm volunteers showing up, rain, mud, or shine.
PHOTOS: Ni River Reservoir in Spotsylvania
As temperatures climb and more people head to area rivers, lakes, and pools to cool off, safety officials are reminding everyone to wear a life jacket anytime they’re on the water.
PHOTOS: New trees added along Riverside Drive
Volunteers with Tree Fredericksburg were out Saturday morning planting along the Heritage Trail on Riverside Drive.
LISTEN: Lack of rain taking toll on Rappahannock River
Water levels on the Rappahannock are at historically low levels for this time of year, prompting concerns.
PHOTOS: Tomato time in White Oak!
More than 50 volunteers got their hands dirty Saturday morning at Rappahannock Education Farm, planting more than 2,000 tomato seedlings.
LISTEN: Courtland High hosting Ag Expo on Saturday
Families can explore farming, livestock, horticulture, and other parts of modern agriculture.
PHOTOS: Rooted in history: Volunteers plant native trees at Mary Washington Monument
Volunteers with Tree Fredericksburg tackled the steep slopes around the Mary Washington Monument on Saturday morning.
LISTEN: Old Mill Park hosts Earth Day Festival on Saturday
Earth Day in Fredericksburg is Saturday from 11 to 5 at Old Mill Park, with environmental education, hands-on activities and family-friendly fun throughout the day.
LISTEN: Digging soon? Call 811 first—It’s free and required
April is National Safe Digging Month—and a simple, free call can prevent serious trouble.
PHOTOS: Farmers Market season opens downtown
Early risers!–Fredericksburg Farmers Market season began on Saturday.
PHOTOS: Rappahannock Canal cleanup is a good day on the water
PHOTOS: 38th annual Arbor Day celebration
City honors Maggie McCormack and Alma Withers for their dedication to the Fredericksburg community.
PHOTOS: Final prep for RAAI spring plant sale
Finishing touches–preparing thousands of vegetables, herbs, and flowers for Rappahannock Adult Activities annual plant sale, which begins Friday at 10 a.m. at 750 Kings Highway in Stafford.
PHOTOS: Bluebells in bloom along the Beach Trail
Take a springtime walk along the Beach Trail in Fredericksburg and see the brief but beautiful Virginia bluebells in bloom.
PHOTOS: Bluebells begin bloom at Historic Germanna
Virginia bluebells are starting to bloom at Historic Germanna in Orange County, with peak color expected by the end of the week along the Red Trail in Siegen Forest.
PHOTOS: Tree Fredericksburg giveaway sends 3,300 seedlings into the community
Tree Fredericksburg turned out 3,300 seedlings at Old Mill Park, helping residents grow greener spaces with hands-on advice.
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