The Salvation Army is urging donors to return Angel Tree tags and gifts by Monday as Toyland fills with items for children, teens and seniors.
PHOTOS: Inside Toyland–A community gears up to help 900 neighbors
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WATCH: Salvation Army reports sharp holiday need as 900 seek help
As the Angel Tree deadline approaches, the Salvation Army is calling for immediate donations—especially clothing for babies ages 0–24 months.
PHOTOS: Fresh harvest pushes nonprofit farm’s yearly total past 35,600 pounds
Rappahannock Education Farm’s steady harvest continues to supply thousands of pounds of fresh vegetables to community partners.
On the Agenda, Dec. 1-5
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Area road work this week
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Food Bank distribution this week
The Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank says residents can come once a week for Drive-Thru or Walk-Up distributions, no ID required—just a few quick questions to help staff serve everyone.
PHOTOS: Fredericksburg Host Lions Club launches annual Christmas tree sale
Volunteers unloaded a truckload of trees at dawn, launching a fundraiser that helps provide screenings, school supplies, scholarships and more.
LISTEN: Holiday food safety: clean kitchens, thermometers and smart leftovers
Salma Khalifa with the Rappahannock Area Health District says simple kitchen habits—from good cleaning practices to proper cooking temperatures—can significantly reduce the risk of foodborne illness during the holidays.
FAMPO approves Rappahannock River Crossing study
Next, crossing will undergo a NEPA study to determine its exact location.
Area road work this week
Many highway work zones will be suspended and lane closures will be lifted on interstates and other major roads from noon Wednesday through noon Monday, Dec. 1
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says come once a week for Drive-Thru or Walk-Up distributions; no ID is required, just a few quick questions to help ensure everyone is served.
Release the Kraken: Residents in Caroline, Stafford discuss plan for new power line
Dominion’s proposed 70-mile transmission line would go through parts of Caroline, Spotsylvania and Stafford counties.
WATCH: Local appeal collects coats, gloves and blankets for homeless services
Sarah Hurst has launched a community appeal for coats, jackets, gloves, scarves and blankets to support Micah Ministries and the Thurman Brisben Center.
‘This is gonna hurt’: Falmouth Bridge replacement to begin in 2030, last three years
New bridge will include 14-foot shared-use path on southbound lanes.
WATCH: On the move to help–Green Thread Project delivers support
Mobile outreach buses from the Green Thread Project bring clothing, shoes, and hygiene items to the community.
PHOTOS: Trees of Hope returns to support local homeless families
Visitors can browse and bid on creatively decorated trees at the Fredericksburg Country Club, with proceeds benefiting local families in crisis.
Public can comment on new Dominion power line Thursday in Caroline
The Kraken Loop would go through Louisa, Spotsylvania, Caroline, Stafford and Fauquier counties.
Fredericksburg area placed under expanded DEQ Drought Watch
Dry weather continues to lower streamflows and groundwater levels.
‘The needs are extreme:’ Local school officials plead with legislators for help with mental-health crisis
School funding and workforce development were other major topics discussed during the Region III legislative breakfast.
On the Agenda, Nov. 17-21
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