Nominations and voting are being accepted through April 1, 2016.
Fredericksburg EDA Accepting Excellence in Business Nominations
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Live Music Calendar March 22 – 29
Live music performances in the Fredericksburg region March 22 – 29, 2016.
UMW Named A 2015 Tree Campus USA
The Arbor Day Foundation honored UMW for its work in practicing and promoting conservation on campus.
Kybecca A ‘Best Small Bites Restaurant’ Finalist
Voting ends at 5 p.m. Thursday, March 24, 2016.
Public Hearing, Comments on Adding I-95 SB Travel Lane in Stafford
The proposed general purpose lane is a construction option in the upcoming Courthouse Road area interchange and widening project.
Second Fredericksburg Mayoral Debate Scheduled for April 20
Richard Dynes and Mary Katherine Greenlaw are running for mayor in the city’s May 3, 2016, election.
Traffic Hot Spots March 20 – 26
Demolition of the Fall Hill Avenue overpass will impact traffic on I-95 northbound and southbound during the overnight hours.
Riverbend Senior Receives Mentor of the Year Award
Rebecca Argueta was honored for her motivation and her leadership working with children through EFK.
Snow Showers Expected for First Day of Spring
The first official day of Spring 2016 in the Fredericksburg region will include a wintry mix of rain and snow, according to the National Weather Service. Little or no accumulation is expected, however.
Rain is expected to begin after 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 19, with the day’s high near 45.
Rain and snow are likely from 2 – 8 a.m. Sunday, March 20. The overnight low is expected to be around 35.
Fredericksburg Main Street, UMW to Host Talk on Economic Impact of Preservation
Nationally recognized Donovan Rypkema will present the talk on March 21, 2016.
David Corderman, J. R. Flatter Receive Chamber’s 2016 Argenzio Award
The award honors those who go above and beyond the call of duty in service to the chamber.
Weekend Calendar March 18 – 20
Egg hunts, car racing, Irish festival, film fest and more.
Expect I-95 Delays in Stafford Friday Night, Saturday Morning
Emergency bridge deck repair will be underway near Exit 133/Route 17.
Germanna Community College Educational Foundation to Host 22nd Annual Casino Night
Proceeds from the event support students through scholarships.
Rappahannock United Way Raises $2.9 Million
“Fundraising and campaigns are and will continue to be essential to providing the programs that make long-lasting impact.” Ron Branscome
Fredericksburg Announces Board and Commission Openings
Interested persons should contact the Clerk of Council.
Northbound and Southbound I-95 Lane Closures Overnight March 17
There is emergency bridge deck repair near Exit 133/Route 17, and Fall Hill Avenue overpass demolition in Fredericksburg.
Wild & Scenic Film Fest 2016
The film fest will be in Fredericksburg on March 19 and in Culpeper on April 3.
Live Music Calendar March 16 – 22
Live music performances in the Fredericksburg region March 16 – 22, 2016.
VDOT Advises Alternate Commute Options Due to Metro Shutdown
VDOT advises drivers to be prepared for increased congestion on major travel routes.
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