Bridge inspection work taking place between 8 and 2:30.
Delays Wednesday and Thursday at the Falmouth Bridge
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WATCH: Johnny P. Johnson mural–adding layers of paint
Fredericksburg artist Bill Harris says painting any mural involves layers of paint.
Get ready, heat and humidity (and maybe storms) return tomorrow
Intense heat again tomorrow, but then forecasters say it will cool off a bit.
Virginia under drought watch or warning
Prince William and Fauquier in drought warning area.
Showing slave quarters at Ferry Farm in Stafford
The George Washington Foundation’s Dave Muraca talks about a building at Ferry Farm that tells the story of enslaved residents .
Area road work this week
Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia
VDOT getting ready for Route 3 west project at Lick Run
Temporary lane closures coming in September.
Slightly cooler, less humid today
Today’s high will be 7 to 10 degrees cooler than yesterday.
Stafford Fire and Rescue involved in house fire and I-95 brush fire Sunday
A fire and rescue spokeswoman says, “These are just two of the many calls they have responded to today.”
Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank distribution this week
You may receive food assistance from a Drive-Thru, Walk-Up, or Fresh Market distribution hosted by the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank once per week.
Changes to Farm Use plates take effect July 1
Here’s info on the new tag you’ll need to have.
PHOTOS: Big mural at James Monroe High School nearly finished
It’s been nearly a year in the making.
Heat Advisory issued for Sunday
Heat Advisories Sunday 11am-7pm with heat indices 100-108.
Don’t forget to drink lots of water today!
virginai Department of Emergency Management says share this with someone who forgets to hydrate.
It’s the hottest day of the year (so far)
Heat Advisories in effect for the region.
Swimming advisory at Lake Anna in Louisa because of harmful algae bloom
State Health officials say harmful algae is back at Lake Anna for 7th straight year.
Micah opening a cooling shelter on Saturday
It will be at Common Ground Meeting House (1915 Charles Street) 10 am – 4 pm.
NSWC Dahlgren Division welcomes new commanding officer at change of command ceremony
NSWCDD senior leadership, personnel and loved ones gathered Friday morning at Dahlgren.
Central Rappahannock Regional Library summer reading for kids and adults
Tracy McPeck and Ann McDuffie talk about benefits (and fun) of summer reading.
WATCH: Senator Kaine concerned about Russia-North Korea military partnership
Senator Kaine says it gives us a glimpse into the overall situation in Russia today.
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