Health District says there’s been another outbreak at a healthcare facility. Six people have tested positive
Two more COVID-19 deaths in the region: 34 total
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AUDIO: Town Talk: Rappahannock YMCA
Barney Riley and Naomie Murdoch with the Rappahannock YMCA talk about the Y during the pandemic. Even in troubled times the Y continued to do what they do best–help the community.
VIDEO: Spotsy Supervisor Deborah Frazier talks about racial issues
Spotsylvania Supervisors held a community meeting late last week to hear from the community about racism.
VIDEO: Sposylvania residents talk about racial injustice
Spotsylvania Supervisors held a special meeting to hear from the community
Road work in the area this week
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Real-time information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia
VIDEO: Closing the Chatham Bridge and Sophia Street
The Chatham Bridge is now closed for major repairs. Let’s talk about getting around on Sophia Street next to the bridge.
High school grads receive “silver lining” during 2020 senior year: $150,236 in Scholarships from the Community Foundation
Generous people and businesses entrust scholarship funds to The Community Foundation. The foundation invests them with a goal to ensure long-term appreciation while meeting charitable needs over time.
No change in COVID-19 hospital numbers in the region
Spotsylvania exceeds 900 coronavirus cases
PHOTOS: Final morning on the Chatham Bridge
The bridge closes at 5am on Monday for a major improvement project. The bridge will be closed until about October 2021.
Audio: Joy McIntire with the Central Rappahannock Regional Library
Central Rappahannock Regional Library Branch Services Coordinator Joy McIntire talks about curbside pickup, summer reading, PAWS for Reading, and getting a librar card.
Riverside Foundation gives awards for Excellence in High School Theater
Highlighting High School theater….
VIDEO: Chatham Bridge closing–here’s how to get around
VDOT has developed maps to help you get around after the Chatham Bridge closes on Monday
VIDEO: Chatham Bridge closes this Monday at 5am. Here’s info on what the new bridge will look like
The Chatham Bridge closes this Monday–the 22nd–at 5am for a major improvement project. VDOT Chatham Bridge Project Manager Robert Ridgell talks about it.
COVID-19 area hospitalizations remain at 29
Spotsylvania closing in on 900 cases
Re-enacting the 1960’s sit-ins in downtown Fredericksburg
Organizers said the mock protests were to honor those who participated in the 1960’s and provide a lesson to young people seeking positive change today.
NSWC Dahlgren Division engineer wins 2020 Dr. Delores Etter Award
The award is for Impact on Hypervelocity Projectile Technology
Pet sitters beware of false job postings
Be sure the request is coming from a real person by doing some research. Verify any social media accounts. Call or visit in person.
SCC urges awareness of investment fraud among seniors due to increased pandemic isolation
The State Corporation Commission’s Division of Securities and Retail Franchising (Division) reminds Virginians that extended isolation and loneliness during the COVID-19 pandemic may create a perfect storm for financial exploitation of senior citizens. Each year,...
Fredericksburg Police continue to investigate two incidents against them
The Fredericksburg Police Department is offering a cash-reward for information leading to the arrest of the suspect(s) in either case.
AUDIO: Town Talk/River Rock Outfitter
During the pandemic, people are looking for outdoor options. We talk about what you can do around here with Keith and April Peterson with River Rock Outfitter. riverrockoutfitter.com
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