VIDEO: Your chance on Sunday to see where Mary Washington spent her last years.
Mary Washington House Open House on Sunday
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Rappahannock River access closing temporarily for I-95 bridge construction in Fredericksburg
River will be impassable through spring 2020 at the I-95 Southbound Rappahannock River bridge under construction, with a portage in place for river traffic
Hoos #1 in the ACC Coastal Division
PHOTOS: For the first time, UVA has won the Commonwealth Cup and the Coastal Division in the Atlantic Coast Conference. The Hoos beat Virginia Tech Friday at Scott Stadium. Courtland grad Nick Grant played a key role for UVA.
SimVentions names Caliri President
Joseph Caliri named President at SimVentions. Megan Shepherd named COO.
Virginia Energy Sense: Finding easy ways to save you money
AUDIO: Virginia Energy Sense is the Commonwealth’s energy education program under the guidance of the State Corporation Commission that provides tools to educate and empower Virginians to get involved and lower the amount of electricity they use.
Town Talk- Fredericksburg Christmas Parade/Holiday safety
AUDIO: Fredericksburg Christmas Parade preview and staying safe during the holidays. Captain Brian Layton and Sarah Kirkpatrick with City Police.
Behind the scenes as Bob Whittingham’s Christmas windows were created
VIDEO: The Christmas window theme at Whittingham and the Kitchen at Whittingham on Caroline Street in downtown Fredericksburg is “Downtown Abbey.” We were behind the scenes as the project was put together.
Let the shopping and giving begin. But be careful!
Better Business Bureau of Central Virginia with tips for Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday.
Small Business Saturday in Fredericksburg. Shopping with a purpose
VIDEO: We preview Small Business Saturday downtown
Thanksgiving turkey trotting in Fredericksburg
PHOTOS: Great way to start Thanksgiving. YMCA annual Turkey Trot. Start and finish on Washington Avenue at James Monroe High School.
The Gladys P. Todd Academy. A plea for support
VIDEO: Things to be thankful for….The Gladys P. Todd Academy. Germanna Community College is seeking financial help to keep the school for first-generation college students going.
Whittingham’s Christmas window: What will it be this year?
What’s behind the curtain? Thanksgiving night at 6pm, Bob Whittingham’s Christmas window is revealed on Caroline Street in downtown Fredericksburg. It’s a new theme every year.
Get your house ready for Christmas. Help Rappahannock Adult Activities
VIDEO: Rappahannock Adult Activities holiday plant sales area taking place. At 750 Kings Highway it’s poinsettias and Christmas cacti. At the old Roxbury location, it’s trees, wreaths and roping. Your purchase helps fund programs in the area for adults with developmental disabilities.
A windy holiday
The National Weather Service says a windy storm system will affect the area Wednesday into Thanksgiving Day. Secure any lightweight outdoor objects before the winds arrive.
Fossil Free Fredericksburg makes its case to City Council
VIDEO: A resolution will come before council in December. It asks Fredericksburg to commit to 100% renewable energy by 2050.
City Police rewarding drivers and pedestrians for following Virginia law this week
City Police rewarding good behavior by randomly giving gift cards downtown
Counterfeit money arrests in Stafford
Stafford Sheriff’s Office arrests suspects passing $100.00 counterfeit bills
Town Talk: Habitat for Humanity of Caroline County
AUDIO: John Mahoney and Jason Tickle talk about Habitat for Humanity of Caroline County. Five homes are being built with the USDA Self-Help program. Opportunities to volunteer in the builds and the importance of Giving Tuesday.
Fredericksburg man arrested in fatal hit and run in Spotsy
Police say driver fled the scene in the late October incident at Four Mile Fork
Stafford mom featured in National Education Association campaign
VIDEO: At work and at home, April Burch talks about how she sees how underfunded schools affect students.
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