State officials say electronically filed returns are usually processed within four weeks.
The tax deadline in Virginia is May 1st
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WATCH: The work of a community outreach coordinator in working with the homeless in Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg City Council has voted to fund the position.
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.
What you should know about bears in Virginia
Residents can contact the Wildlife Conflict Helpline at 1-855-571-9003 to report any concerns about bears in their area and receive additional advice on preventing and mitigating wildlife conflicts.
WATCH: Moving dirt in Caroline County
Central Rappahannock River Habitat for Humanity’s Jason Tickle says building should begin in June on ten homes in Ladysmith.
WATCH: In just over a week, it’s The Great Train Race!
May 4th–gtrfredericksburg.com
WATCH: Earth Day tour around Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak
Rich Larochelle leads a tour of the Stafford County farm where fresh food is grown and donated to groups and agencies with feeding programs.
PHOTOS: Earth Day principles up close at Rappahannock Education Farm
Rich Larochelle led a tour of Rappahannock Education Farm in Stafford on Earth Day.
LISTEN: Earth Day this Saturday at Old Mill Park
Callie Brown, Amanda Richardson and Courtney Mersiowsky preview the event.
Area road work this week
Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
Neighbors alert resident of Stafford County house fire
County and City firefighters respond to Smith Street fire Sunday evening.
Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank distribution this week
The food bank say there’s no need to bring paperwork or ID–They might ask you a few quick questions about your household, income, and where you live to ensure they’re serving everyone the best they can.
PHOTOS: Another big volunteer turnout at Rappahannock Education Farm in Stafford
More than 30 Rappahannock Education Farm volunteers planted 250+ tomato plants on Saturday morning in White Oak.
K-9 Ike retires in Caroline
The Sheriff’s Office is celebrating the well-earned retirement of a dedicated narcotics-detecting K9 in Caroline County.
WATCH: The Fredericksburg Country Club is 100
Events and activities for members planned all year.
VDOT lifts lane closures for holiday weekend
VDOT has traffic and travel info to plan ahead.
VA250 Commission remembers Paul Revere’s ride
You can get involved by placing two lights in your window April 18-19
Jury scam back in Stafford
The Sheriff’s Office says if you receive a call from anyone posing as a deputy asking for money, it’s a scam.
WATCH: Love Scrub returns to Hurkamp Park on May 4th
Chip Taylor says the 10-2 event is rewarding and exhausting.
WATCH: Downtown Greens adds permeable walking path to the upper garden
Downtown Greens cut the ribbon for the path in the upper garden along Dixon Street between Princess Anne and Charles Streets.
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