Virginia public school students outperformed their peers nationwide by significant margins on the ACT college-admissions this year.
Virginia Students Outscore Nation on ACT
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Area’s Newest Condo Project Will Not House People
This fall Spotsylvania County’s Dominion Raceway and Entertainment will begin the pre construction phase of their multi tiered project as they plan and pre sell the new Dominion Luxury Garage Condos.
Two Organizations Honored at Annual SPQA Forum
The SPQA program bestowed significant awards on the Prince William County Service Authority and the Federal Facilities Division.
Tropical Storm Michael Storm-Related Deaths in VA
Confirmed drownings and storm-related deaths in Charlotte County, Pittsylvania County, Hanover County, and the city of Danville.
Library launches new Librarypoint.org website
The update is designed to streamline virtual library visits while still enabling discovery of the library’s events, services, and collection.
Statement on Consideration of Fones Cliffs Violations by Attorney General
FOR is pleased to share the news that the Virginia Office of the Attorney General is joining the discussion on enforcement of violations by Fones Cliffs’ developer, Virginia True Corporation.FOR is pleased to share
Warner Meets with Nominee to Head National Park Service
Discussed bipartisan legislation to address $12 billion NPS maintenance backlog, including more than $1 billion in Va. alone.
Rappahannock Area Health District Offers Free Flu Shots at State Fair
The Virginia Department of Health’s Rappahannock Area Health District will offer free flu shots on Saturday beginning at 10 a.m.
Rappahannock Choral Society Auditions Rescheduled
Audition opportunities initially scheduled by the Rappahannock Choral Society (RCS) which had to be postponed due to severe inclement weather which occurred on Monday, September 17th have been rescheduled for Monday, September 24th , starting at 6:15 PM. Note:...
SBA Announces FY 2018 State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) Awards
The SBA announced that $18 million in funding has been awarded to support export growth among U.S. small businesses.
Free Parking at Virginia State Parks
Across the state, all 37 Virginia State Parks will celebrate public lands on Sept. 22 with free parking, special programs and volunteer events.
Fredericksburg Officials Urge Storm Preparedness
Fredericksburg emergency operations staff is urging citizens to take measures now to prepare for the storm to affect their home and work.
Spotsylvania Declares Local State of Emergency
The declaration allows designated localities access to state and federal assistance in handling the storm and storm-related damage.
City Declares Local Emergency
In advance of Hurricane Florence, the city of Fredericksburg has declared a local state of emergency.In advance of Hurricane
Tourism Revenue Reached $285 Million in Spotsylvania County in 2017
Data released by the United States Travel Association (USTA) reveals that all regions in Virginia posted an increase in tourism revenue last year.
Four Teachers Selected as State Finalists for Presidential Awards
The award recognizes teachers who develop and implement high-quality instructional programs that improve student learning.
Stafford Seeks to Help Identify Invasive Noxious Weed
If you find Hogweed, keep yourself, your family, and your pets or livestock away from it. It’s sap can cause horrible sunburns, severe blistering, and inflammation.If you find Hogweed, ke
Spotsylvania, VA Selected For Filming Fishing University
Area to be featured on World Fishing Network, Sportsman, and Outdoor Channels.
Virginia Is 2018’s 9th Hardest-Working State in America
With Americans working an average of almost 1,800 hours per year, WalletHub today released its report on 2018’s Hardest-Working States in America.
Virginia Is 2018’s 5th Worst State for Women’s Equality – WalletHub Study
With Women’s Equality Day around the corner, WalletHub released its report on 2018’s Best & Worst States for Women’s Equality.
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