It didn’t last long but slowed us all down!
PHOTOS: Hopefully Thursday’s snow was winter’s finale
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Three Fredericksburg-area organizations awarded grants to reduce homelessness
The funding will go to Micah Ecumenical Ministries, Loisann’s Hope House and Empowerhouse.
A new era of high school football: Three new coaches arrive in the Fredericksburg area as one big name departs
Hartwood, King George and Stafford recently announced new football coaches, while Colonial Forge’s John Brown stepped down after eight seasons.
LISTEN: Storm safety should include natural gas
This is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Virginia, a reminder to prepare before storms hit.
‘Make our community safer’: Three of Del. Joshua Cole’s bills are bound for Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s desk
One bill would use Fredericksburg as a model for gun buyback programs statewide.
On the Agenda, March 9-13
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
WATCH: FailSafe-ERA’s Wall of Change highlights transformation
Walk into FailSafe-ERA’s Fredericksburg office and the Wall of Change immediately stands out—recognizing people who have rebuilt their lives after incarceration.
Area road work this week
For updated information, check 511Virginia.
Food Bank distribution this week
Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank distribution this week. Find full details on their Facebook Events Page or their free FREDFOODVA app.
‘Do not put me in a box:’ Daniels pushing to get on ballot for U.S. Senate primary
In a wide-ranging interview with the Free Press, Spotsylvania school board member makes her case as a viable candidate for Congress.
Local gas prices surge
Triple A says area gas prices are the highest in the state.
LISTEN: Daylight Saving Time a reminder to test smoke detectors
When you set your clocks ahead Saturday night, Stafford Fire and Rescue spokesperson Katie Brady says it’s also a good time to check your smoke detectors
LISTEN: Free Community Connections Expo connects residents with local services
The third annual Community Connections Expo returns March 17 at the Fredericksburg Convention Center, bringing together dozens of local nonprofits and community agencies for a day focused on connecting residents with valuable resources.
Area road work this week
For updated information, check 511Virginia.
Four Fredericksburg-area hoops teams still alive in quest for a state championship
The Massaponax boys and girls, Courtland boys and James Monroe girls will appear in the state quarterfinals Tuesday night.
On the Agenda, March 2-6
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Food Bank distribution this week
Full details on the Food Bank Facebook Events page or the free FREDFOODVA app.
Centennial Completes Purchase of local radion stations WGRQ, WGRX
The sale is now official.
Fredericksburg area’s population grows by nearly 30,000 in latest Weldon Cooper Center data
Caroline is also still the fourth-fastest-growing county in Virginia.
LISTEN: Columbia Gas customers urged to apply for energy assistance
Customers of Columbia Gas of Virginia may be eligible for crisis grants through Virginia’s Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
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