Among the topics we talk with Adult Services Coordinator Tracy McPeck about: •Summer Reading• PAWS for Reading • Music on the Steps • Managing Your Holds
Darcy Caswell: Central Rappahannock Regional Library
AUDIO: Central Rappahannock Regional Library Youth Services Coordinator Darcie Caswell with an update on everything from summer reading to 3D Printing PPE.
Photos from Tuesday’s protest in Fredericksburg
Protestors marched for third day in Fredericksburg.
Virginia Lottery looking at the issue of gambling addiction
AUDIO: . For most people, gambling and games of chance are fun, exciting entertainment – but for an estimated 2-4%, gambling is an addiction that be harmful and dangerous.
Some horses found dead, others seized in Orange County
The Orange County Sheriff’s Office has been investigating an animal cruelty case.
2.7 quake early Monday near Louisa
The U-S Geological Survey says an earthquake, measuring 2.7 magnitude, was reported at 5:04 a.m. Monday in Troy, Va. The epicenter, south of Lake Anna was close to the much stronger at 5.8 on the Richter scale 2011 earthquake.
Bank impostor “SMISHING” text scams
The Better Business Bureau of Central Virginia says don’t fall for the scam to give out your bank information.
AARP Virginia Chapter Service Award goes to Locust Grove
The Locust Grove Chapter has won this statewide award two straight years.
Callers Pose as Social Security to Steal Your SSN
Better Business Bureau serving Central Virginia is warning consumers to be on the lookout for scammers taking advantage of tax season to steal Social Security numbers to use in filing fraudulent tax returns and identity theft.
Fredericksburg Bachelorette Comes Home for Next Episode
Fredericksburg native, one of the final four Bachelorettes on “The Bachelor”, returns for her hometown visit during Monday’s episode.
Black History Month Celebration at the Children’s Museum
Celebrate Black History Month at the Children’s Museum Downtown with energetic performances from Ezibu Muntu African Dance and Education Stations.
Fredericksburg Firm Establishes Historic Preservation Scholarship
Dovetail, under the direction of Barile and her business partner, Michael Carmody, recently donated $26,000 to create an endowed scholarship for UMW historic preservation students.
Memory Care Seniors Renew Vows on Valentine’s Day
Memory care seniors embraced Valentine’s Day this year when they renewed their vows under a beautiful gazebo at Poet’s Walk Warrenton.
County Mourns Loss of Volunteer Fire Chief Norman Brooks Sr.
Spotsylvania County mourns the loss of Volunteer Fire Chief Norman Brooks, Sr, who passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2019.
Virginia State Police Graduates 129th Generation of New Troopers
The new troopers from all around the commonwealth including Fredericksburg, Culpeper, and Spotsylvania, will report to their individual duty assignments across Virginia this week.
New BBB Study: Romance Scams and Fraud
With Valentine’s Day comes a surge of activity on dating websites. The Better Business Bureau of Central Virginia says unfortunately, these sites can include fraudsters who use affection to manipulate their victims out of their money.
RCS Extending Open Rehearsals and Audition Opportunities through February
Because of the cancellation of some open rehearsals in January, the Rappahannock Choral Society has extended open auditions throughout February.
Historic Fredericksburg Foundation seeking Remediation at Town Hall Meeting
HFFI has decided to appeal the Fredericksburg Architectural Review Board’s approval of the replacement of a wood front porch at the home on 129 Caroline Street.
TV Show Featuring Spotsylvania and Lake Anna to Debut Next Month
The TV show, Fishing University, that filmed in Spotsylvania in the early Fall, will air that episode featuring Lake Anna and Spotsylvania next month.
RCS Offering Open Rehearsals and Auditions for Singers in January
The Rappahannock Choral Society (RCS) will be holding open rehearsals and auditions on Monday nights throughout the month of January.