The Westmoreland historical site marks a major day in history–a citizenship ceremony will also be held.
LISTEN: “Virginia Resolved: A Commemoration of Independence,” this Saturday at Stratford Hall
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Free Fishing Days in Virginia this weekend
The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources says no fishing license needed.
LISTEN: Special Olympics Virginia Summer Games this weekend in Richmond
Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run will go thru the area Friday morning–opening ceremonies Friday night at U of R
False water advisory reported in Stafford
Stafford County Utilities has received calls from customers reporting notices posted on their doors regarding a water advisory.
PHOTOS: Freedom thru ramps
Most Saturday mornings volunteers with SAWs-Virginia (Servants at Work) are out in the community building ramps for those in need.
LISTEN: Working out for 24 hours–this time it’s personal for a local athlete
Kelly Shores will work out for 24 hours June 13-14th at CrossFit Retro in Spotsylvania to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association.
PHOTOS: Big turnout for 40th anniversary of Music on the Steps
300+ people at the Fredericksburg branch of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library for Elby Brass on Monday night.
Area road work this week
Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
Boil water advisory in Louisa County
The advisory is for residents served by the Louisa County Water Authority New Bridge / Lake Anna system.
PHOTOS: The Living Legacies exhibit opens at FAM
The exhibit on African Amerian history in Fredericksburg will be on display for three years.
WATCH: Powerful opening to a powerful exhibit
Living Legacies tells the African American history in Fredericksburg at the Fredericksburg Area Museum.
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.
LISTEN: Fighting ALS Tuesday night at FredNats game
Tuesday, June 3rd, special FredNats/Lou Gehrig Day game benefiting the local Fight ALS for Jess Foundation.
Stafford Swift Water Rescue aims to keep waters safe on summer weekends
Patrols out at Falmouth Beach/Historic Port of Falmouth.
LISTEN: Germanna President Dr. Janet Gullickson
Friday night Gala at the Fredericksburg Convention Center honors her eight years in the region and her upcoming retirement.
WATCH: Volunteers needed for summer feeding program at the Food Bank
As the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank’s summer feeding program kicks off, a request for volunteers to help assemble meals and help at pick-up sites.
Celebrating Otters!
World Otter Day, observed annually on the last Wednesday of May, is a day dedicated to raising awareness about otter conservation and celebrating otters.
WATCH: Extended work for the Old Mill Park goats
The goats will stay until next March.
Area road work this week
All work is scheduled weather permitting.
WATCH: Honoring sacrifice–Memorial Day in Fredericksburg
Themes included sacrifice, honor and remembering.
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