“An empty interstate means folks are heeding the warnings and staying safe by staying home.” Virginia State Police
Heed the Warnings and Stay Off the Roads
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VDOT Asks Motorists to Stay Off the Roads
From the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) at 4 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22, 2016.
Snowfall continues across the 14-county Fredericksburg District, and motorists are advised to stay off the roads for duration of the winter storm due to extremely hazardous driving conditions.
Interstate 95 and primary roads in the Fredericksburg District have minor to moderate snow coverage. Secondary and subdivision streets are mostly covered in snow.
Stafford County Opens Winter Storm Day Center
The reception center is open 8 a.m. – 8 p.m Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 22 – 24, 2016.
How to report and check the status of power outages
Dominion Virginia Power and Rappahannock Electric Cooperative power outage tips.
Winter Storm Jonas Closings and Cancellations
Cancellations, closings and delays beginning Friday, Jan. 22, 2016.
Gov. McAuliffe Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Winter Storm
“All Virginians should take the threat of this storm seriously and take necessary precautions now.” Governor Terry McAuliffe
Latest Blizzard Watch Predictions for the Fredericksburg Region
The region is in the path of a “potentially crippling winter storm.”
Weather Related Delays and Cancellations January 21
Updated: 7:45 a.m. – Delays and closures for Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016.
Fredericksburg Should Better Promote its Amtrak, VRE Connection
A letter to the editor by Dan Peacock, member, Virginia Association of Railway Patrons (VARP).
5 Things to Know About Winter Storm Jonas
“Uncertainties remain with the exact track of Winter Storm Jonas and how long it will last.” The Weather Channel
Wind Chill and Winter Storm Advisories
January 19 – 24, 2016, is expected to be cold, with a “high threat for a significant winter storm Friday into Saturday.”
Live Music Calendar January 12 – 19
Local live music performances January 12 – 19, 2016.
Fredericksburg Region Traffic Alerts January 17 – 23
VDOT hot spots for the Fredericksburg region January 17 – 23, 2016.
I-95 Southbound Lane Closures at Fredericksburg January 19 – 20
There will be single lane traffic overnight at mile marker 131 on Tuesday, Jan. 19, and Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016.
Facebook Tips for Business at FredXchange Open Coffee
The free presentation is on Friday, Jan. 22, 2016.
Stafford Science and Engineering Festival Seeks Sponsors, Participants
The free event will feature STEM activities for kids in grades K – 8.
FredXchange Names Co-Working Space
“We [FredXchange] consider ourselves the place where founders are forged.” Executive Director Libby O’Malley
Adventure Brewing Purchases Blue & Grey Brewing
The purchase will enable Adventure Brewing to expand their beer making.
City Approves Red Dragon Brewery Special Use Permit
Thomas Evans and Danial Baker hope to open their microbrewery by July 1, 2016.
Route 3 Corridor Public Meeting Scheduled January 13
Spotsylvania County and VDOT are studying this travel corridor to identify ways to optimize traffic flow, minimize delays, and improve safety.
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