The Virginia Department of Forestry has announced the start of spring fire season, and Virginia’s annual 4 p.m. burning law.
Virginia’s 4 P.M. burning law now in effect
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On the Agenda, Feb. 16-20
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Man taken into custody after string of I-95 hit-and-runs
State Police looking for more information on the Saturday morning crashes between Petersburg and Spotsylvania.
Area road work this week
For updated information, check 511Virginia.
PHOTOS: Spring starts early at Rappahannock Adult Activities
Planning and planting are already underway at Rappahannock Adult Activities for its annual Spring Plant Sale.
Food Bank distribution this week
Find full details on the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank Facebook Events Page or their free FREDFOODVA app.
What congressional redistricting might mean for Fredericksburg-area residents
Much of the area would move from the 7th to the 1st congressional district.
WATCH: Innovation Challenge @ Dahlgren
Officials at Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division talk about benefits to the students and the Navy.
PHOTOS: Innovation Challenge showcases region’s top young STEM talent
Hosted by Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division, the invitation only event brings together 35 middle and high school teams to solve complex engineering challenges in a STEM competition.
Dog house wind protection
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is urging pet owners to take extra steps to protect dogs kept outdoors.
UPDATED: Jeremiah Community receives $2.9 Million in federal assistance
U.S. Sens. Tim Kaine and Mark Warner secured other funding, as did Rep. Eugene Vindman.
UPDATED: Rep. Eugene Vindman announces re-election campaign — but in 1st Congressional District
The Democrat now serves the 7th District, but that could change if political boundaries are redrawn.
LISTEN: Step up and serve: Medical Reserve Corps seeks more volunteers
The Rappahannock Medical Reserve Corps is actively looking for volunteers across our region right now.
PHOTOS: Spreading love — and support
Delivery begins today for Rappahannock Adult Activities special Valentine’s Day flower fundraiser, benefiting its day support program for adults with developmental disabilities.
Fredericksburg Free Press now accepting legal notices
Once relegated to print-only newspapers, legal notices can now be published by online-only news organizations in Virginia.
On the Agenda, Feb. 9-13
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
PHOTOS: Cold ocean, warm hearts at the Special Olympics Polar Plunge
Fredericksburg-area Special Olympics athletes took the plunge in Virginia Beach over the weekend, raising money for Special Olympics Virginia during the annual Polar Plunge.
Food Bank distribution schedule this week
Find full details on the Facebook Events Page or in the free FREDFOODVA app.
LISTEN: Don’t drink and drive on Super Sunday
Kurt Erickson with the Washington Regional Alcohol Program says drunk driving injuries from a Super Bowl party–or anytime are 100% preventable.
How Fredericksburg-area leaders helped Abigail Spanberger get ready for the governor’s mansion
A handful of area residents served on her transition team.
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