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Area road work this week
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PHOTOS: Salvation Army Toyland set to serve about 900 this holiday season
Salvation Army leaders say Toyland reflects continued need across the community. Distribution begins Monday.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says drive-thru and walk-up food distributions are available once a week.
PHOTOS: Fredericksburg joins thousands nationwide in Wreaths Across America observance
Wreaths Across America was observed Saturday in Fredericksburg as part of roughly 5,600 ceremonies held nationwide.
PHOTOS: Big smiles and cold temps at Frosty 5K & Reindeer Run in Stafford
The Frosty 5K & Reindeer Run in Stafford at Embrey Mill closed out the race year with big smiles, festive spirit, and plenty of chilly air!
PHOTOS: Community effort brings holiday meals to hundreds of families
In four hours, a coordinated community effort delivered 51,000 meals to 475 pre-registered families during the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank’s 5th annual Holiday Food Distribution on Saturday.
WATCH: Miss Volunteer Virginia visits Fredericksburg to promote service and giving
Miss Volunteer Virginia highlighted the importance of community involvement in sustaining the Fredericksburg Salvation Army’s work, especially during the holiday season.
LISTEN: Candlelight Tour has a history site focus this weekend
The Historic Fredericksburg Foundation’s 55th Christmas Candlelight Tour returns this weekend–Preservationist Danae Peckler and Board Member Debbie Pederson with a preview.
PHOTOS: Wreaths Across America comes to Fredericksburg
More than one thousand wreaths delivered to Oak Hill Cemetery on Thursday morning.
LISTEN: FAMFaire this Saturday in Market Square
Stacy Combs with the Fredericksburg Area Museum previews the 10-4:30 event.
PHOTOS: Cold, wind don’t stop SAWs-Virginia ramp build in King George
In harsh winter conditions, a six-person SAWs-Virginia crew completed a new accessibility ramp.
LISTEN: Mary Washington Healthcare adds Thrombectomy stroke treatment
MWHC now offers advanced clot-removal procedure that brings rapid, high-level stroke care to the region.
WATCH: RAAI invites all abilities to holiday craft night on Friday
Rappahannock Adult Activities will host an all-abilities Hot Cocoa and Holiday Crafts event Friday from 4:30–6 p.m. at 750 Kings Highway in Stafford.
WATCH: Winter wreck turns fiery; Trooper leads dramatic rescue on I-95
A Virginia State Trooper and several Good Samaritans rescued a Maryland man from a burning Tesla after an early-morning crash on I-95 in Caroline County.
PHOTOS: Cold, mud, and determination at Rappahannock Education Farm
Monday’s frigid harvest underscores the farm’s mission, with volunteers helping deliver tens of thousands of pounds of fresh produce to fight hunger regionwide.
WATCH: Battle of Fredericksburg anniversary inspires special FAM program
Kylie Thomson with the Fredericksburg Area Museum will host a special program this Thursday—on the very date the Battle of Fredericksburg began in 1862—highlighting rarely seen Civil War artifacts and the stories they carry.
Area road work this week
For updated information, check 511Virginia.
Dahlgren range testing may produce loud noise Monday
Dahlgren officials say weapons testing scheduled for Monday could be heard in nearby communities, with river access limited during operations.
PHOTOS: City Public Works wows after Christmas Parade!
Making clean up cool again!
PHOTOS: 2025 Spotsylvania Courthouse Luminary
Music from the Goshen Baptist Church Praise Team and the Courtland High School Vocal Ensemble at the Marshall Center.
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