UMW Museums Executive Director Scott Harris talks about the James Monroe Museum, Gari Melchers Home and Studio and The Papers of James Monroe
LISTEN: Town Talk/University of Mary Washington Museums
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WATCH: City Council density vote
After hearing about two hours of public comment, Fredericksburg City Council unanimously approved amendments to the unified development ordinance that increase density in some zoning districts.
WATCH: Public comment on density changes in the City
Fredericksburg City Council heard about two hours of comments against changes that those in opposition say will increase density in parts of the city. In the end, Council voted to make the changes. Here is some of the public comment.
Spotsylvania Superintendent Mark Taylor placed on administrative leave
School Board chairwoman releases short statement on Tuesday afternoon following Monday meeting.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Local historical research
Maddie Hollis with the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park talks about research..specifically her research on the Freedman’s Bureau in Fredericksburg
LISTEN: Town Talk/Firefighter cancer
Spotsylvania Assistant Chief Chris Lonzo, Fairfax Firefighter Ryan McGill and Steve Weissman with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network
PHOTOS: Special Olympics Virginia basketball in Stafford on Sunday
Massad Family YMCA in Stafford hosted the Special Olympics Virginia basketball tournament
WATCH: Time to begin to make plans for the Coldest Night of the Year walk
The Coldest Night of the Year returns to Fredericksburg on February 24th. It’s a fundraiser for Micah Ecumenical Ministries and their ongoing work to help the homeless in the area.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Special Olympics Virginia Polar Plunge
Special Olympics Virginia President David Thomason, Matt Doyle and Tim Doyle from Area 11 preview the Polar Plunge in Virginia Beach February 2nd and 3rd.
WATCH: Congresswoman Spanberger says federal budget process needs to change
A partial government shutdown looms. Spanberger held a virtual Town Hall
LISTEN: Town Talk/Spotsylvania County Little League
Brian Dymon, Carolyn Manning and James Manning preview the upcoming season. Registration happening now. Don’t put it off! We talk about the need for umpires and the Challenger League. spotsyll.org
LISTEN: Town Talk/Empowerhouse Empty Bowl
Kathy Anderson and Kathleen Harrigan preview the Empty Bowl on January 28th. It’s back at the Elks Lodge on Tidewater Trail. It’s a timed entry afternoon event. Details at empowerhouseva.org
WATCH: Legacy of MLK/Pastor Aaron Dobynes
Who can you reach out to? Who is being left out? Pastor Aaron Dobynes at Shiloh Baptist Church (Old Site) is a King scholar and someone whose family has been impacted by the civil rights movement.
PHOTOS: Fredericksburg Branch of NAACP Prayer Breakfast honoring MLK
Sold out. The Fredericksburg Branch of NAACP Prayer Breakfast honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
WATCH: Kaine says civil rights progress has resulted in push back
Senator Kaine spoke to a sold out Fredericksburg NAACP MLK Prayer Breakfast at the Fredericksburg Convention Center.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Coldest Night of the Year
Jill Claire and Meghann Cotter with Micah preview the Coldest Night Walk on February 24th . Sign up at cnoy.com/fredericksburg
PHOTOS: Remembering Dr. King in Fredericksburg
In words and music, honoring Dr. King at the annual program at James Monroe High School.
LISTEN: MLK Influence/Xavier Richardson
The Mary Washington and Stafford Hospital Foundation executive talks about MLK
LISTEN: MLK Influence/Yolanda Roussell
The Stafford NAACP President talks about MLK and her family
PHOTOS: Spotsylvania Battlefield–Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park
Civil War trenches on the battlefield
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