Firefighters from around the state were at the Lee’s Hill Golf Club on Monday.
PHOTOS: Golf tournament drives awareness of cancer, firefighting’s deadliest threat
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WATCH: Golf outing honors fallen firefighters, raises cancer waareness
More than 130 golfers gathered in Spotsylvania to honor fallen firefighters and raise awareness of occupational cancer—the leading cause of firefighter deaths in Virginia, claiming 40 lives and nearly 300 diagnoses since 2018.
WATCH: Stafford remembers
9-11 ceremony at the Stafford Public Safety Building.
PHOTOS: 9/11 remembered in Stafford
Construction at the Government Center moved the annual observance to the Public Safety Building.
Stafford Fire and Rescue hosts 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to honor fallen heroes and support Tunnel to Towers
Stafford Fire and Rescue will host a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb this Sunday at FredNats Stadium.
Caroline County authorities investigate animal abuse case
A small white terrier with severe facial injuries caused by bands tightly wrapped around its muzzle was found in Caroline County, prompting a sheriff’s investigation into a suspected case of animal cruelty.
WATCH: Teens invited to explore policing in 10-week Fredericksburg Youth Academy
Starting September 15, Fredericksburg Youth Academy opens its doors to young adults ready to step into the world of law enforcement—not as spectators, but as participants.
Exchange zone in Orange offers 24/7 security
Orange County has opened a recorded Exchange Zone at the Public Safety Building to provide a safe, secure space for property and child custody exchanges.
WATCH: New firearms training center opens for regional law enforcement
The Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy unveiled its state-of-the-art Firearms Training Center Wednesday, giving officers from more than 40 agencies access to year-round, advanced tactical training.
Stafford County detective Wood honored for solving cold murder case
Investigator was among public servants recognized at the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 9th Annual First Responders Awards Breakfast.
Orange sheriff’s office issues warning about phone scam impersonators
Scammers posing as Sheriff’s Office supervisors are calling Orange County residents with fake warrant threats and demanding money.
Culpeper Sheriff’s Office warns of rising “flat tire” scam targeting shoppers
Authorities say suspects deflate a tire, pose as Good Samaritans, and distract victims while an accomplice steals valuables—often targeting women, young people, and the elderly in parking lots.
Stafford County launches joint task force to combat organized retail theft
Stafford has launched a Joint Task Force to combat rising retail theft through enhanced enforcement, retailer collaboration, and support from a statewide initiative.
PHOTOS: National Night Out in King George
Big turnout at the High School for the annual event.
Stafford sheriff’s deputies looking for driver in fatal hit-and-run incident
The person may have been driving a white 2018 or 2019 Audi SUV.
LISTEN: Sounding the Alarm–uniting for safer communities this Saturday in Olde Greenwich
Sgt. Steven Curtis with the Stafford Sheriff’s Office and Juanita Shanks with FailSafe-ERA preview Sounding the Alarm this Saturday from 11–2 at Hope Aglow Empowerment Church.
Scam alert – Impersonation in South Stafford
Two men scammed a South Stafford resident by faking an electrical emergency and taking a check for bogus repairs.
Scammers spoofing Culpeper PD numbers in fake arrest warrant scheme
Scammers spoofed the Culpeper Police number to impersonate officers and demand fake payments.
Virginia launches Blue Envelope Program to support drivers with autism
The Blue Envelope Program in Virginia is a statewide initiative designed to support drivers diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder during traffic stops.
Stafford sets ribbon-cutting for dog park that will honor sheriff’s office K-9
The ceremony will be Aug. 9 at 10 a.m. at the park on Mountain View Road.
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