A bill allowing Virginia localities to increase sales tax by 1% to fund construction and renovation of schools passed the Senate. Senators Durant, Reeves and Stuart voted no.
At a budget public hearing, parent Adam Blosse.
Angela Vernon and Cathleen Pessolano talk about FGP Program Services offered to families and ways you can volunteer to help families impacted by pediatric cancer. fgpinfo.org
Empty Bowl returned to the Elks Lodge on Tidewater Trail on Sunday.
Caroline High School Principal Josh Just, Career and Technical Teacher Noah Hughes and Jason Tickle of Habitat of Caroline talk about The Future Builders Program
A Virginia Senate subcommittee approved a bill that would allow retail marijuana sales to begin in up to 400 stores starting January 1, 2025.
The Virginia Senate passes legislation that would create a $500 civil penalty for firearm owners who leave handguns on a car seat or other areas visable to those passing by. This legislation now goes to the House.
Dave the Computer Guy talks about AI and the NFL, troubleshooting the internet and over buying tech.
The Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors and School Board met together to talk about issues and a path forward. Supervisor Chris Yakabouski (Battlefield) says there’s much to be gained with these meetings.
The Spotsylvania County Administrator advocates for more strategic planning
Prince William Delegate Jeremy McPike’s bill to allow all localities in Virginia to charge an additional 1% sales tax to fund school construction and renovation (if voters of the locality approved through a referendum) passed in Committee.
UMW Museums Executive Director Scott Harris talks about the James Monroe Museum, Gari Melchers Home and Studio and The Papers of James Monroe
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.
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.
School Board chairwoman releases short statement on Tuesday afternoon following Monday meeting.
Maddie Hollis with the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park talks about research..specifically her research on the Freedman’s Bureau in Fredericksburg
Spotsylvania Assistant Chief Chris Lonzo, Fairfax Firefighter Ryan McGill and Steve Weissman with the Firefighter Cancer Support Network
Massad Family YMCA in Stafford hosted the Special Olympics Virginia basketball tournament
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.
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.
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