Central Rappahannock Regional Library’s IdeaSpace: Making+Media facility received a 2022 Preservation Spark Award from Historic Fredericksburg Foundation, Inc.
The award recognizes the successful reuse of an underutilized building in the industrial section of Princess Anne Street as a vibrant addition to the corridor leading into the historic downtown.
[Updated] Bull Run Middle School students in Gainesville were evacuated following a bomb threat.
Children were moved to Battlefield High School at 15000 Graduation Drive, just off Route 15.
One of the region’s busiest stores will honor military children.
On Friday, April 15, IKEA Woodbridge at Potomac Mills mall will celebrate Military Appreciation Day to support and thank military children for their strength and sacrifices.
By Tyler Arnold
(The Center Square) – Businesses applauded Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin for signing legislation that allows them to continue selling to-go cocktails for at least another two years.
The capacity at a new fire station at Quantico Marine Corps Base will increase 900 percent.
A new 22,500-square-foot fire station, located at 27414 Route MCB-1, in Stafford, will open later this summer, by July or August. It sits n the west side of the base, down the street from the current Fire Station 533.
The survey asks up to seven questions about the features, experiences, and facilities that are, or will be planned for the downtown Visitor Center.
More than 50,000 people a year visit the city’s visitor center at 706 Caroline Street, where its sat since its opening in 1976. The center provides information about Fredericksburg – its history, where to eat, where to stay, and what to do.
On Wednesday, April 6, 2022, Police Chief Peter Newsham recognized several department members during a promotion ceremony.
Since the last promotion ceremony held in September 2021, 26 sworn and professional staff members were promoted and allowed to be recognized by department leadership, their peers, and loved ones at today’s ceremony.
It also brought down a whole of trees and limbs. Virginia Department of Transportation crews in Fredericksburg District continue to work seven days a week to collect roadside debris from the state right-of-way following the winter storm.
The total amount of debris to gather along Fredericksburg District routes is now estimated at 1.2 million cubic yards, increasing from earlier post-storm estimates.
The Workhouse Arts Foundation announced MusicWorks, an extended concert event featuring nationally recognized musical acts and local favorites. MusicWorks, featuring Cory Wong, Sierra Hull, and Oh He Dead, is set to take place on June 3, 2022.
Between sets, MusicWorks attendees will have the opportunity to explore the Workhouse campus, including its many galleries, art installations, and common spaces. The Workhouse also plans to offer food and drink during the show.
