Solar viewing glasses being sold at parks statewide. Here’s a list of the best viewing times.
Virginia State Parks invites visitors to witness the solar eclipse on April 8
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LISTEN: Town Talk: Author Lynda Allen
Lynda Allen is author of “Flashes of Insight.” She describes her book as weaving together elements of history, mystery, menopause, humor and some Jersey girl attitude. She says this book is the start of a new “Jersey Cozy” series that will deliver laughter, intelligence and heart.
Stolen in Stafford
Sheriff’s Office says in both incidents packages on porch replaced with empty boxes
WATCH: Tree check-ups can mean healthier trees in your yard and neighborhood
Getting your trees a check-up each year. Anne Little of Tree Fredericksburg and Jason Coiner of Bartlett Tree Experts talk about the consequences of not doing frequent checks.
Washington Nationals offer faster, easier ballpark access with MLB Go-Ahead entry
Fans can opt-in now for seamless ticketing entry to Nationals Park
Virginia State Police unveils “Pathway to Trooper” program
Gives 18-20 year-olds the opportunity to reserve a spot in the upcoming academy
Area road work this week
All work is scheduled weather permitting. Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia
Food distribution around the area this week
You can find information about monthly distributions on the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank Facebook events page or by downloading the free app, FREDFOODVA
WATCH: One leash saving two lives–Leashes of Valor in Spotsy
Spotsylvania-based Leashes of Valor thanks the community for providing hope and help to post 9/11 veterans.
PHOTOS: Graduation Day at Leashes of Valor in Spotsylvania.
Rosie and Darby Grace became service dogs for Adam and Marty. Leashes of Valor provides service dogs to veterans. To find out how you can become invovled—as a donor, volunteer, foster, etc., leashesofvalor.org
LISTEN: Town Talk/Fredericksburg Clean and Green Commission
Robert Courtnage and Sarah Hurst talk about the business sustainability awards–the deadline is March 31st. We talk about successes the commission has seen, Fossil Free Fredericksburg, composting and the best driveway in Fredericksburg!
WATCH: Spotsylvania deputy featured during Virginia Women Veterans Week
During Virginia Women Veterans Week, Margarida Figueroa shares some of the opportunities, challenges and insights she gained during her service in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Working smoke detectors provide early warning in Haymarket home
Smoke detectors wake home residents at 4 Saturday morning.
WATCH: Intensity…and fun in D.A.R.E fundraiser
Raising money and basketball all for fun…and lots of intensity…at Stafford High School
WATCH: Annual D.A.R.E game in Stafford
The National Anthem
PHOTOS: Law Enforcement vs. Educators
Annual D.A.R.E fundraiser draws a big crowd and double overtime win for educators in Stafford.
Almost two inches of rain predicted for the region by Saturday afternoon
Flood Watch begins at 2AM
Flood Watch on Saturday
Rain begins early Saturday.
Fredericksburg Fine Arts Show & Sale this weekend
The annual Kids’ Art Show is also on display at the Dorothy Hart Community Center
Triple A says gas prices up 11 cents since last week in Fredericksburg
Virginia’s average today of $3.39 is up 11 cents in a week and up 17 cents in the past month and over the price on this day one year ago.
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