Dry weekend, with a drop in humidity.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
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LISTEN: Safe and sober on the roads this holiday weekend
Kurt Erickson with the Washington Regional Alcohol Program says #77 to report drunk drivers.
They worked to keep the Moss Free Clinic open. Now, they’re tasked with closing it down — as volunteers.
Despite closing on June 12, the clinic must keep its pharmacy open through July 10 per state regulations.
Public meetings planned for road projects in Stafford, King George and Caroline
The meetings will be July 8, 9, and 10.
Kaine, Warner vote no, but Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ passes U.S. Senate
Rep. Eugene Vindman, who represents the Fredericksburg area, also voted against the bill when it was taken up in the House.
LISTEN: Rappahannock United Way wraps up 86 years
Outgoing President Janel Donohue talks about the region with no locally run United Way–and what it means for other non-profits in the area.
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.
Here are some of the new state laws that will take effect Tuesday
They concern everything from cyberbullying to insurance coverage.
Reframing Murphy’s law: Marine Lt. Col. graduates veterans docket
The Rappahannock Regional Veterans Treatment Docket gives service members a second chance after legal troubles.
Ring returned to Orange County man after 63 years
Ring found in California years ago.
No Kid Hungry honors Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank workers as Summer Hunger Heroes
Pair’s outstanding commitment to summer hunger relief earns national recognition.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Heat backs off, but still humid with showers, storms.
WATCH: Healthy and fresh food….in a SNAP!
Virginia Community Food Connections Executive Director Candice Armstrong talks about the SNAP/match program at local farmers markets.
WATCH: Rappahanock Education Farm continues to tackle food insecurity
Planting has turned into harvesting this summer at the farm in White Oak.
Faith Housing Coalition hosting expo Saturday at James Monroe High School
Free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and features mortgage lenders, home inspectors, appraisers and real estate agents.
LISTEN: Keep technology out of your hot car
Dave the Computer Guy with Techs in the Burg says because temperatures in your car can exceed 130 degrees, laptops, cell phones, tablets can can quickly become a paperweight if left in the car or trunk.
PHOTOS: Rappahannock Education Farm passes the one ton mark in donated food
342 pounds of vegetables harvested and donated on Monday.
LISTEN: Saving money in this heat
Virginia Energy Sense is a statewide program focused on educating all of us about energy efficiency and reducing energy useage.
On the Agenda, June 23-27
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings this week
Area road work this week
Work is scheduled to occur weather permitting–For updated information, check 511Virginia.
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