Deputy Fire Chief Ben Gouldman and Public Information Officer Katie Brady say 4th of July is their busiest day of the year.
LISTEN: Stafford Fire and Rescue talks fireworks safety
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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.
LISTEN: Adopt-a-student backpack campaign in Stafford
Nikki Jackson with Stafford County Schools talks about the Empower Pack Project where the community shops for students based on school, grade level and individual preferences.
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.
Ring returned to Orange County man after 63 years
Ring found in California years ago.
WATCH: The mystery of one bead
One single bead found several years ago during an archeological dig at George’ Washington’s boyhood home, Ferry Farm in Stafford.
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.
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.
Area road work this week
Work is scheduled to occur weather permitting–For updated information, check 511Virginia.
Micah working to meet needs during hot stretch this week
Some Micah churches are opening rotating indoor cooling spaces.
I-95N off-ramp closing at the Spotsylvania exit Sunday and Monday nights
The off-ramp to Route 1 northbound will be closed (exit 126A) for paving for two nights.
LISTEN: Natural gas safety precautions before a storm
Stephanie Benson with Columbia Gas of Virginia talks about what you need to know in case of a big storm or hurricane–how to stormproof your natural gas appliances, gas meters and more.
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.
State Police continue to search for road rage pickup truck
State Police have released a picture of the truck.
Plane crash in Spotsylvania
State Police say “minor injuries” in the Spotswood Furnace Road crash.
State Police seeking help on road rage incident in Spotsylvania
State Police spokesman Matthew Demlein says the incident happened Friday afternoon on I-95 at the 122-mile marker.
LISTEN: Former area theater teacher creates Shakespeare Garden
Fred Franklin has created the garden at his Fredericksburg home.
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