“Archaeologists have positively confirmed the foundation and cellars.”
Reconstruction of George Washington’s House Coming Soon to Ferry Farm
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Oct. 25 – Fall Colors Float
Photo courtesy of Friends of the Rappahannock
City of Fredericksburg Prepares for Hurricane Joaquin
Residents should make the following preparations in advance.
Houses Planned Along River on Sophia Street
There are seven platted lots on the property, according to the city, but Rackley doesn’t expect he’ll build seven homes.
27,000 Gallons of Sewage Spilled Into Falls Run, Stafford County Says
Upstream sewage leak closes Rappahannock River parks in Stafford and Fredericksburg.
Upstream Sewage Leak Closes Falmouth and Fredericksburg Parks
A sewage spill occurred upstream in Falls Run on August 24, 2015.
Help the Rappahannock. Don’t Use Products with Microbeads.
Many face washes and body scrubs contain tiny plastic spheres that are going down the drain and into our waterways.
Chatham Bridge Weight Limits Set to Protect Structure
By Susan Larson
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will be posting new weight limit signs for Chatham Bridge, where Rt. 3 crosses the Rappahannock River between downtown Fredericksburg and Stafford County near Chatham Manor.
A scheduled annual inspection of the bridge found continued deterioration of the bridge’s main steel beams, VDOT said.
Sewage Contaminated Smith, Hazel Runs and the Rappahannock
People and their pets are urged to avoid the contaminated waterways.
Kathleen Harrigan to Head Friends of the Rappahannock
Kathy Harrigan is the new executive director of Friends of the Rappahannock. Photo by Karen Richardson.
By Susan Larson
Kathleen (Kathy) Harrigan wants everyone in Fredericksburg to value the treasure of the Rappahannock River. “Id like locals to enjoy the river and to see more of it that just through a car window over a bridge crossing,” said the new executive director of Friends of the Rappahannock (FOR). “I want people to get in a boat or on the shore and really appreciate the beautiful resource we have.”
“Rappahannock” Wins Environmental Documentary Film Contest
The film was commissioned by Friends of the Rappahannock.
FOR Seeks Executive Director
Friends of the Rappahannock (FOR) is accepting applications for executive director.
Easement Paddle Highlights History, Wildlife
By Woodie Walker, community conservationist, Friends of the Rappahannock
History and wildlife highlight the River Easement Paddle, hosted Saturday, May 17, by Friends of the Rappahannock (FOR).
Fredericksburg Receives Riverfront Land Gift
By Susan Larson
Jenny-Lynn Franklin Guth of Orange, Texas, has donated 28.12 acres of land to the city, including acreage along the river.
Run for the River and Moonlight Paddle
By Woodie L. Walker, community conservationist, Friends of the Rappahannock
Two upcoming events will highlight the beauty of the Rappahannock River and benefit Friends of the Rappahannock (FOR).
Photos: Rappahannock River Spring Clean-Up
Photos and story by Larry Faulkner
Friends of the Rappahannock held their annual spring river clean-up on April 26. Volunteers of all ages met in Old Mill Park for their assignments, then dispersed to clean trash from the Rappahannock River and nearby lands and streams. Friends of the Rappahannock provided supplies and lunch.
Explore Spring Beauty Along the Rappahannock River
Join University of Mary Washington Biology professors Joella Killian and Michael Killian exploring the river trails and canal path along the Rappahannock River from 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday, April 19.
Register for the Spring Rappahannock River Clean-Up
By Susan Larson
Join the Friends of the Rappahannock for their 2014 Spring River Clean-Up from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 26.
The annual family event begins in Old Mill Park, 2410 Caroline St, Fredericksburg. From there, volunteers disperse to clean trash from the Rappahannock River and nearby lands and streams. The Friends of the Rappahannock provides supplies, site map and lunch.
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