Could rezoning attract developer to vacant lot? Tens of thousands of baby boomers turn 65 every day across the country. According to the American Senior Housing Association, more than 100,000 new homes are needed between now and 2040 for them. That need is critical in Spotsylvania County and there’s some hope that a change in […]
This week’s reviews include imaginative historical fiction in Piper Huguley’s “American Daughters” and Monica Wood’s novel of healing and forgiveness “How to Read a Book.” AMERICAN DAUGHTERS by Piper Huguley Published by William Morrow Paperbacks (April 2, 2024) Paperback $16.18Audiobook $22.04 Reviewed by Penny A Parrish On October 16, 1901, President Theodore Roosevelt invited Booker T. […]
Looking to get involved with others concerned about protecting the environment? Here’s a list of organizations in and around Fredericksburg, and what they do. by Bruce SallerWRITER Over the past several months, this column has explored some practical steps we can all take to lessen our carbon footprint. But there’s power in numbers, and getting […]
A Return to Decorum During Graduation This past Thursday, I attended my son’s graduation ceremony at George Mason University and was disappointed by the behavior displayed both by parents and the students. When the ceremony kicked off with Pomp and Circumstance at EagleBank Arena, I fully expected the audience to take their seats and quiet […]
This week’s reviews include Chanel Cleeton’s mystery “The House on Biscayne Bay” and forgotten history in local author Steve Watkins’s “The Mine Wars.” Vanessa Sekinger Edits the Books & Culture Section THE HOUSE ON BISCAYNE BAY by Chanel Cleeton Published by Berkley (April 2, 2024)Paperback $16.18Audiobook $14.99 Reviewed by Penny A Parrish A little more […]
City must move on its goal of powering municipal operations with 100% renewable energy by 2035. In 2019, the City of Fredericksburg made a pledge to its residents that it would power all municipal operations—city works, parks and recreation, schools, and (where possible) police and emergency response—with 100% renewable energy by 2035. This goal was […]
Dates and locations for the Summer Food Service Program offered by the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank follow. The program runs for 10 weeks through the summer and is for kids 18 and under. Brooke Point High School: 1700 Courthouse Rd, Stafford VA 22554Monday Grab N Go June 3, 2024-August 5, 2024, 11:15AM-12:45PM Good Hope Baptist […]
This week’s reviews include complex stories of women grappling with their past experiences in Nicola Solvinic’s “The Hunter’s Daughter” and Kristen Hannah’s “The Women.” edited by Vanessa SekingerBOOKS & CULTURE EDITOR THE HUNTER’S DAUGHTER By Nicola Solvinic Published by Berkley (May 14, 2024)Hardcover $25.20Audiobook $14.99 By David Arndt Anna Koray is a local cop in […]
As the realities of global warning continue coming into view, Dominion is adjusting to deal with the challenges. There are things we can do, too. by Bruce SallerCONSUMER WRITER Carbon Dioxide levels in the atmosphere set another record in 2023, registering 419.3 parts per million. The last time atmospheric carbon dioxide amounts were this high was […]
OPINION: The Worst Is Yet to Come – Maybe
Growth, left unchecked, can have devastating effects on local communities. Smart-growth planning now will help avoid the more-damaging effects of unchecked growth down the road. by Jay BrockGUEST WRITER If you think traffic in the Fredericksburg region is bad now … well, you ain’t seen nothing yet. There’s a good reason why traffic is the […]