Fredericksburg was the setting Saturday morning for a walk remembering Austen Dunn and supporting brain aneurysm research and awareness.
PHOTOS: Austen’s Communitas 5k Walk for Brain Aneurysm Awareness
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WATCH: Event raises awareness for Brain Aneurysm Foundation in memory of Austen Dunn
Event over the weekend in Fredericksburg remembered Austen Dunn and highlighted the dangers of brain aneurysms.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says those needing their services can come once a week for Drive-Thru or Walk-Up distributions.
PHOTOS: Volunteers dig in to plant 6,500 seedlings at Rappahannock Education Farm
From students to sports teams, over 60 volunteers came together Saturday to plant thousands of seedlings that when fully grown, will be donated to families in need.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Consider a Westmoreland Park hike!
Virginia State Parks names Big Meadow Trail as one of the top hikes for non-hikers.
WATCH: Warner backs bill to restore federal union protections
Virginia Senator Mark Warner is leading a bipartisan push to restore union protections for federal employees, saying that safeguarding workers’ rights is essential to preserving the strength and integrity of public service.
WATCH: Pentagon recognizes Spotsylvania veteran with Spirit of Hope award
Retired U.S. Marine Tai Mamea of Spotsylvania was honored at the Pentagon with the 2025 Spirit of Hope Award for his volunteer work supporting veterans.
PHOTOS: Fredericksburg Police launch second youth academy for teens and young adults
The Fredericksburg Police Department has launched its second Youth Academy, a 10-week immersive program giving local teens and young adults hands-on experience in law enforcement and emergency response.
LISTEN: Austen’s Communitas Walk honors local graduate, raises awareness for brain aneurysm research”
Austen’s Communitas Walk this Saturday in Fredericksburg honors the life of Austen Dunn while raising awareness and funds for brain aneurysm research.
PHOTOS: Golf tournament drives awareness of cancer, firefighting’s deadliest threat
Firefighters from around the state were at the Lee’s Hill Golf Club on Monday.
WATCH: Golf outing honors fallen firefighters, raises cancer waareness
More than 130 golfers gathered in Spotsylvania to honor fallen firefighters and raise awareness of occupational cancer—the leading cause of firefighter deaths in Virginia, claiming 40 lives and nearly 300 diagnoses since 2018.
LISTEN: Via Colori returns to Stafford Regional Airport, September 27th and 28th
Kristy Freeman, Nikki Jackson and Tracy McPeck preview chalk art at Stafford Regional Airport.
Area road work this week
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Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says no paperwork or ID needed—just a few quick questions to help them serve everyone.
WATCH: Get a look at the Food Bank up-close
Open House on Saturday from 10-2 at 480 Central Road.
WATCH: Stafford remembers
9-11 ceremony at the Stafford Public Safety Building.
PHOTOS: 9/11 at noon at Mission BBQ
The National Anthem is played everyday at noon–on 9/11 in Spotsylvania it was performed live.
PHOTOS: 9/11 remembered in Stafford
Construction at the Government Center moved the annual observance to the Public Safety Building.
Stafford Fire and Rescue hosts 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb to honor fallen heroes and support Tunnel to Towers
Stafford Fire and Rescue will host a 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb this Sunday at FredNats Stadium.
PHOTOS: A powerful 9/11 visual
Faith Baptist Church on Route 3 west in Spotsylvania again placed flags to represent lives lost on 9/11.
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