Utiity work on George Street downtown over the next frew months is in advance of the work coming on the Chatham Bridge
The City gets ready for the big Chatham Bridge project
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Town Talk: Medicare Part D
AUDIO: Valerie Hopson-Bell with ElderCare Connections talks about Medicare Part D and the December 7th deadline
Ferry Farm Elementary students participate in Cards for the Troops
Ferry Farm Elementary had 17 classes participate in Operation Christmas Cards for the Troops! They made 417 cards!!!
Stafford Sheriff’s Office investigating single vehicle accident following pursuit
The Stafford Sheriff’s Office says a 34-year old Fredericksburg man was thrown from his car during a high speed chase. He was flown to NoVA with life threatening injuries.
Town Talk- Jeff Rouse Swim and Sport Center
AUDIO: Kristen Loescher and Kathy Donald with the Jeff Rouse Swim and Sport Center in Stafford preview Christmas in Stafford and the Frosty 5K. Also talk about getting in shape and eating during the holidays.
Spotsy Sgt. DiBella with some moves!
VIDEO: Sergeant DiBella had so much fun doing the Cupid Shuffle at Battlefield Elementary’s glow run! Video courtesey Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office
Operation Christmas Cards for the Troops taking cards thru Monday
Elizabeth Wimmer’s class at Margaret Brent Elementary made 59 cards for Operation Christmas Cards for the Troops!!
Mary Washington Healthcare awarded grant to expand medical care for victims of crime
Mary Washington Hospital is one of only 16 hospitals in Virginia providing forensic nursing services for assault victims. This grant provides another nurse.
Town Talk: Phoenix Event Alliance
AUDIO: Update on Phoenix Event Alliance and their effort to locate an event center in Spotsylvania. Bonnie Williams (horses), Emily Whittacre (event coordinator), Caron Sams (Folk Arts school), Cornelia Rutherford (President and CEO).
Kaine on raising the tobacco age and vaping
VIDEO: Virginia Senator Tim Kaine talks about a bill he’s co-sponsoring to raise the tobacco age from 18-21. Senator Kaine also talks about his concerns over vaping.
Wanted: Stafford school bus drivers
VIDEO: There’s a need for school bus drivers in Stafford County.
Pedestrian death in North Stafford
Stafford Sheriff’s Office investigating death of 71-year old man crossing Route 1 Monday morning.
New ways to donate @ Salvation Army Christmas kettles
VIDEO: Salvation Army Christmas kettles are out in the Fredericksburg area. Something new this year: Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Town Talk: Fredericksburg Area Museum
AUDIO: Sara Poore and Theresa Cramer with the Fredericksburg Area Museum talk about new ways to present history, supporting local historical sites and upcoming events
UMW’s Great Lives lecture series announces 17th season
A sure sign that a new year approaches. UMW announces the lineup for the Great Lives lecture series that looks at significant biographies.
Fred Nats: The uniforms
VIDEO: About a month ago we learned the team name and saw the logos. Now, the Fredericksburg Nationals have given us our first look at team uniforms.
Town Talk- Maria Christina Canine Training
AUDIO: Maria Schultz talks about what to consider when thinking about buying a pet for Christmas.
Back to back to back champions!
PHOTOS: The James Monroe High School field hockey team won their third straight state Class 3 state championship with a 2-1 overtime win over Poquoson. Eastern View won the Class 4 title.
Town Talk- Dr. Winchester
AUDIO: Dr. Rhonda Winchester with Mary Washington Pediatrics talks about how a family illness directed her into medicine.
American Lung Association’s ‘State of Lung Cancer’ 2019 Report finds Virginia must act to reduce burden of lung cancer
Second annual report from American Lung Association explores how states can act to save more lives, support patients and families facing lung cancer
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