The American Red Cross says this winter’s storms and bitter cold have taken a toll on blood donations.
LISTEN: Canceled January drives create urgent need for blood donations
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Here’s a look at legislation from local lawmakers at the General Assembly’s midpoint
These are the bills from Fredericksburg-area representatives that are most likely to become law.
WATCH: Spring takes root at Rappahannock Adult Activities
Inside the greenhouse at Rappahannock Adult Activities, Inc. on Kings Highway, in Stafford, seeds are going into soil as participants prepare for the annual Spring Plant Sale.
On the Agenda, Feb. 23-27
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Area road work this week
For updated information, check 511Virginia.
Food Bank distribution this week
Find full details on the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank Facebook Events Page or in the free FREDFOODVA app.
PHOTOS: Special Olympics Virginia State Basketball Championships
Competition thru Sunday at the Henrico Sports & Events Center.
Rep. Eugene Vindman announces launch of Federal Workforce Caucus
The group also includes Virginia’s U.S. senators, Mark Warner and Tim Kaine.
LISTEN: Special Olympics Virginia basketball
Local Special Olympics Virginia Area 11 athletes will be competing this weekend at the state basketball championships in Henrico.
Virginia’s 4 P.M. burning law now in effect
The Virginia Department of Forestry has announced the start of spring fire season, and Virginia’s annual 4 p.m. burning law.
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.
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