By Susan Larson
A recap of the top stories on Fredericksburg.Today for the week of April 13 – 19, 2014. Click on the hyperlinks to read the story.
Police and Fire
Ahead: Garden Day, Promote Your Business, First Friday
Compiled by Susan Larson
A look ahead at Events in the Fredericksburg area the week of April 28 – May 2, 2014.
MONDAY, April 28
Mark and Bill Lenzi Memorial Golf Tournament9 a.m. at Lee’s Hill Golfers Club, 10200 Old Dominion Pkwy, Fredericksburg
Proceeds benefit Families of the Wounded Fund.
TUESDAY, April 29
Fredericksburg Residents Head to the Polls Tuesday
The Fredericksburg General Election for City Council and School Board members to represent Wards 1, 2, 3 and 4 will be held Tuesday, May 6, 2014. (A map of the city’s four wards is available online.)
The general election is open to all registered voters in the City of Fredericksburg who live in one of the four wards.
Law Enforcement ‘Road to Hope’ Riders in Fredericksburg Sunday
By Susan Larson
Law Enforcement United’s (LEU) “The Road to Hope” will travel through Fredericksburg on Sunday, May 11. The annual memorial bicycle ride is a kickoff event for National Police Week.
Week Ahead: Our Community Salutes, Open Coffee, Night Catfishing and More
By Susan Larson
The Week Ahead is a weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today, previewing Monday through Friday events in the city.
MONDAY, May 12
Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting, 8:30 – 11 a.m. at City Hall, 715 Princess Anne St.
Masonic Lodge Memorial Day March
Fredericksburg Masonic Lodge will host its annual Memorial Day March beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 26, 2014. The event begins with a short ceremony at the Masonic Cemetery, located at George and Charles Streets in downtown Fredericksburg.
Fredericksburg Police Add Body Cameras
By Susan Larson
The City of Fredericksburg Police Department has joined a growing number of agencies across the country issuing body cameras to their officers.
Fredericksburg is using the Axon Flex camera by Taser International. The camera, designed to capture video and audio of an officer’s actions and perspective during an investigation or enforcement encounter, can be worn attached to a lapel or sunglasses.
Tax Rate, Frog Walk, Other Events
By Susan Larson
Events in Fredericksburg the week of May 26 – 30, 2014. Click the hyperlinks for more information. Add your event in the comments section.
MONDAY, May 26 – Memorial Day
Memorial Day Events in Fredericksburg
TUESDAY, May 27
Week Ahead: Picnic in the Park, CNEW Fashion Show, Open Coffee
By Susan Larson
Looking ahead at the week of June 2 – 6, 2014. Click the hyperlinks for details about the listed events.
MONDAY, June 2
Fredericksburg Regional Chamber Military Affairs Council hosts a tour of Ft. AP Hill with Senator Tim Kaine from 10:15 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Includes briefing and luncheon. Register online.
TUESDAY, June 3
Rappahannock Model Railroaders Open House
By Susan Larson
Rappahannock Model Railroaders (RMR) is holding an open house from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2014.
Visit the club’s operating model train layouts at the RMR Clubhouse, 406-H Hudgins Rd, Fredericksburg.
RMR’s vision is to expand its area of influence and increase public awareness about the excitement and rewards of model railroading.
You may follow RMRR on:
Week Ahead June 9 – 13 in Fredericksburg
Compiled by Susan Larson
Meetings and events the week of June 9 – 13, 2014, in Fredericksburg. Click the hyper-links for details.
MONDAY, June 9
Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting, 8:30 – 11 a.m. at City Hall, 715 Princess Anne St.
Architectural Review Board Meeting, 7:30 – 9 p.m. at City Hall, 715 Princess Anne St.
TUESDAY, June 10
Fredericksburg Man Dies on OBX Beach
By Susan Larson
A Fredericksburg man vacationing on North Carolina’s Outer Banks died when a beach tunnel he was digging collapsed on him.
Family members and others on the Cape Hatteras Island beach south of Salvo tried to uncover David Frasier, but he was buried too deep, National Park Service spokesperson Cyndy Holda told the Associated Press.
Fredericksburg Area Obituaries: June 28 – July 4
By Susan Larson
This weekly listing of obituaries from Fredericksburg funeral homes for June 28 – July 4, 2014, is published to honor those who have died, and to offer condolences to those who have lost a loved one.
Each name is hyper-linked, so you may click to the complete obituary.
The Week Ahead: July 7 – 11
The week ahead in Fredericksburg for July 7 – 11, 2014.
TUESDAY, July 8
City Council meets in regular session beginning at 7:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 715 Princess Anne St. The agenda is available online.
WEDNESDAY, July 9
New Photo ID Law for Virginia Voters
By Susan Larson
As of July 1, 2014, Virginia voters must show a photo ID when they go to the polls or apply for an absentee ballot in person.
Acceptable photo identification includes a Virginia driver’s license or DMV ID card, or any photo ID issued by the U.S. Government, Virginia Government or any Virginia local government. These include:
Fredericksburg Area Obituaries: July 12 – 18
This weekly listing of obituaries from Fredericksburg funeral homes for July 12 – 18, 2014, is published to honor those who have died, and to offer condolences to those who have lost a loved one.
Each name is hyper-linked, so you may click to the complete obituary.
Music, Cinema, Business Opportunities July 21 – 25
The Week Ahead in Fredericksburg, July 21 – 25, 2014. Click the hyperlinks for more details about the featured opportunities.
MONDAY, July 21
Music on the Steps presents “The Squirrel Hillbillies.” 7 – 8 p.m. Free.
Cinema on the Circle presents “Back to the Future.” 8 p.m. Free.
TUESDAY, July 22
Fredericksburg Mother, Unborn Child Die Following Insect Sting
By Susan Larson
Fredericksburg mother Sarah Marie Schulzetenberg Harkins, 32, and her unborn daughter Cecilia Rachel died July 28 following an insect sting.
She was in her backyard when she was stung by a bee or a wasp and had an allergic reaction which caused a brain aneurysm, family members told WWBT.
Paving Work to Close NB I-95 Lanes in Fredericksburg Area
Two lanes of northbound Interstate 95 will be closed overnight August 10 – 14, 2014, for milling and paving between exit 126/Spotsylvania and exit 130/Route 3 at Fredericksburg.
Weather permitting, work has been scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 10 – Thursday, Aug. 14 during the following hours:
Sunday, Aug. 10 • Two northbound lanes close at 10 p.m. • All lanes re-open by 4:30 a.m.
Monday, Aug. 11 – Thursday, Aug. 14 • One northbound lane closes at 9 p.m. • A second northbound lane closes at 10 p.m. • All lanes re-open by 4:30 a.m.
Week in Review: Police, Fire, Business, Health and Education
By Susan Larson
This “Week in Review” list highlights stories published August 3 – 9, 2014. Click the hyperlink to read the article.
Police and Fire
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