News

A bridge linking Stafford County with Downtown Fredericksburg is still on tap to shut down for up to 18 months.

The Virginia Department of Transportation will hold an online meeting to discuss the project that aims to improve the Route 3 Business bridge over the Rappahannock River, also known as Chatham Bridge.


Obituaries

Tilman (Tim) Ramsey Swanson Jr, 74, of Manassas, Virginia passed away on May 12, 2020 at his home.

Tim was born in Detroit, Michigan on January 8, 1945. He graduated from Osborn High School in 1964. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam war he moved to Washington D.C. where he met his wife.


Event

Join Cruise Planners Beth Borrego and Rod Rodriguez for the World of Travel Show 2027 on Saturday, February 6, 2027, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in The BlackBox at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown.

Meet representatives from 13 respected travel brands covering family and adults-only cruises, premium and luxury ocean voyages, European river cruises, expedition and Galápagos adventures, small-ship sailing, guided land tours, and customized vacations.


Traffic

Starting Monday, May 18 The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro) will require customers to wear face coverings or masks when riding on Metro. This decision was made by Metro General Manager Paul J. Wiedefeld based on a recommendation made by the transit authority’s Pandemic Task Force.

The move strengthens Metro’s position on the matter, which has “strongly recommended” the use of face coverings since early April, in accordance with CDC guidance, the transit agency says. While the overwhelming majority of riders already comply voluntarily, the requirement is viewed as a necessary step as Metro plans for an eventual recovery with more riders using the system.


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Karrie Mae Johnson Cooper, affectionately known to family and friends as “Kay” was born on May 17, 1940 to the late Annie Mae Kitt and Karey Johnson in Orangeburg, South Carolina. On Friday, May 15, 2020, an Angel was sent from Heaven to usher Karrie into the loving arms of her Savior. The Lord called Karrie home to receive her crown. Her assignment here on earth was finished. She responded to His call and is now resting in eternal “Peace and…

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6 Bears and a Goat Brewing Company will open their outdoor dining while practicing Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam’s safety orders.

Before the brewery opens for business tomorrow at 11 a.m., it will set up 40 seats at various tables for outdoor dining to ensure they are following safety measures to reassure their customers, according to brewery spokeswoman Lindsey Heppner. It’s first-come, first-served, so once those tables fill up with customers, customers will receive a number and be asked to wait inside of their cars to be called when a seat becomes available.