The Virginia Employment Commission says statewide nearly 147,000 were seeking unemployment benefits.
Area unemployment numbers rapidly rising
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From FredToday Partner Experimax in Central Park
Windy with low humidity today–fires a concern
Wind advisory today for areas north and west of Fredericksburg. Fires a concern today because of low humidity.
Two area ABC stores to close temporarily along with others in NoVA
Stores on William Street and in North Stafford will close until at least April 30th
As the FredNats wait for the season to begin–a thank-you…
On what was supposed to be Opening Night..an open letter to the community from the Fredericksburg Nationals
Home of the Week: New Construction Waterfront Home in Ruther Glen Gated Community
Rare opportunity to own a new construction waterfront home in a gated community!
Pivot: Ceili Leahy Day of Service honors those who are serving meals
The Ceili Leahy Day of Service was scheduled for this last Saturday. It took place on Thursday as a way to honor those serving meals to City students
Rappahannock Area Health District: Most COVID-19 cases in the region ages 40-49
Rappahannock Area Health District says numbers show that the disease continues to spread. Important to keep up social distance
Postpone that Old Rag Mountain hike: Shenandoah National Park is temporarily closed
Shenandoah National Park closed until further notice
City Council elections likely headed to November
VIDEO: The Govenror will recommend moving the May city and town elections to November. The General Assembly will decide April 22.
15 new COVID-19 cases in the region
63 new coronavirus cases in the region in the past week
Town Talk: Empowerhouse
AUDIO: Empowerhouse Executive Director Kathy Anderson talks about a spike in hotline calls, why domestic violence increases in a pandemic and the “April Shower for the Shelter” initiative.
A conversation with Deborah Franks @ MANARC
VIDEO: Deborah Franks talks about running a business (and getting ready for the Chatham Bridge to close) during the coronavirus
COVID-19 update from Fredericksburg
VIDEO: City Manager Tim Baroody, Councilwoman Kerry Devine and Fire Chief Mike Jones with updates
COVID-19 realities in FXBG. Council told budget could take 4-8 million dollar hit
VIDEO: The Fredericksburg City budget for the next fiscal year is taking a hit from the coronavirus.
Dr. Stern: Don’t let the coronavirus control you with anxiety and fear
AUDIO: A discussion with Rappahannock Area Health District Acting Director Dr. Donald Stern on wearing face masks, why the coronavirus isn’t like the seasonal flu and why there’s no reason to panic.
COVID-19 update in Fredericksburg
VIDEO: Fire Chief Jones provides updates on COVID-19 numbers, requesting an absentee ballot for voting in the upcoming General Election and important information on staying away from scammers.
UMW, other Virginia campuses to Hold Virtual ‘Take Back the Night’
The event tonight is virtual and this year is Take Back the Net
Dr. Catlett outlines instructional plan for the rest of the year in city schools
VIDEO: Dr. Catlett says instruction from home will begin April 27th. Summer school will be offered along with support classes next school year.
Dr. Baker tells Spotsy seniors every effort will be made to honor their achievements
VIDEO: Spotsylvania School Superintendent Dr. Scott Baker tells the school board that school staff is committed to finding a way to honor graduating seniors.
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