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It’s a bit warmer today!
For the first time in two weeks, temps close to normal!
PHOTOS: The Lafayette Elementary mural up-close
Up close you’re amazed at it’s size. 1,240 square feet!
WATCH: Ribbon cutting at new mural at Lafayette Elementary. It’s the largest mural in Fredericksburg
It’s called “Life Cycles” and it’s by Gabe Pons and James Monroe High School senior Sophia Pineda. It’s their third mural in the city–this one is 1,240 square feet.
LISTEN: Town Talk/Downtown Greens
Jennifer Bangoura and Sarah Perry. Update on fundraising to finish payment on the new 56 acres and a discussion on the benefits of volunteering. downtowngreens.org
Area road work this week
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Real-time information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia
Lafayette Elementary mural ribbon cutting on Monday
The mural is a collaboration between Gabriel Pons of PONSHOP and James Monroe High School senior Sophia Pineda.
Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank distribution this week
Here’s the schedule for this week
Stafford High School theater students win first place at VHSL conference
With this win comes a significant opportunity for Stafford High School, as students will go on to represent the Commonwealth of Virginia at the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) in Lexington, Kentucky in March 2023.
Stafford extends tax deadline
Tax bills now due December 20.
Micah’s Cold Weather Shelter could use your help
There are some needs. Here’s how you can assist….
PHOTOS: Work is now taking place–out of our view–on Bob Whittingham’s Christmas windows
These were Bob Whittingham’s windows in downtown Fredericksburg on Friday afternoon. That’s all you’ll see until Thanksgiving night at 6pm when the theme will be revealed. The windows are now covered up.
WATCH: Pastor Dobynes reflects on Joseph’s coat of many colors and Johnny P. Johnson
A portion of the message from Shiloh Baptist Church (Old Site) Pastor Aaron Dobynes at the Memorial Service for Johnny P. Johnson.
WATCH: Fredericksburg officials reflect on the life of Johnny P. Johnson
Mayor Greenlaw and City School Superintendent Dr. Marci Catlett reflect on the impactful life of Johnny Johnson.
PHOTOS: Children’s Tree Lighting and Jingle Bell Sing-a-long on Saturday night in Hurkamp Park
Pure joy.
LISTEN: Show Biz Buzz podcast/Kathy Halenda: Acting isn’t for those with thin skin
Richmond native Kathy Halenda is currently on the Broadway national tour of “Tootsie.” We caught up with her to talk about the demands of touring–it’s not a 9-5 type lifestyle. What’s it take to be successful on stage?
LISTEN: Town Talk/Riverside Christmas Spectacular
Producing Artistic Director Patrick A’Hearn talks about the special Christmas show thru December 31st. Also, a look ahead at shows in 2023–the 25th anniversary.
Housing prices show no signs of stopping while demand continues to cool
Prices remain high, but sales continue to crater
WATCH: The man behind the Winter Wonderland riddles in downtown Fredericksburg
There are 50+ riddles on business windows in downtown Fredericksburg. It’s the annual Window Wonderland thru December 30th. Entry forms available at the FXBG Visitor Center on Caroline Street.
LISTEN: Town Talk/George Washington Foundation @ Christmas
Amy Durbin, Dave Muraca and Meghan Budinger. Preview of the Gingerbread contest, Wee Christmas and 12th Night. Also an update on new colonial-era buildings on the Ferry Farm site.
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