The Advance interviews Sarah Bockel who plays Tina Turner’s long-time friend and road manager Rhonda Graam in this musical playing through April 7 at Altria Theater in Richmond. Broadway In Richmond is bringing TINA – The Tina Turner Musical to the Altria theater for a limited five-day run starting on April 2nd. FBXG Advance talked […]
This week’s reviews include the complex relationships of Tana French’s “The Hunter” and Ron Corbett’s compelling crime novel “Cape Rage.” THE HUNTER by Tana French Published by Viking (March 5, 2024)Hardcover $20.31Audiobook $18.00 Reviewed by Penny A Parrish I can’t think of a better way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day than with a Guinness, a […]
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A University of Mary Washington student and a professor have created a map featured at the Fredericksburg Area Museum showcasing the travels of Lafayette in America. by Lisa Chinn MarvashtiUNIVERSITY OF MARY WASHINGTON University of Mary Washington senior Brooke Prevedel and Professor of Geography Steve Hanna spent more than 100 hours making the map at the center of a new Fredericksburg Area Museum […]
You can significantly reduce energy use, save a good chunk of change annually, and make a positive difference for the environment by following these simple tips. by Bruce SallerWRITER Behold the lowly water heater. Tucked away in the basement, out of sight and out of mind, and one of the biggest energy drains in your […]
Fredericksburg City Public Schools Nick Bruce is the newly appointed assistant principal for Fredericksburg City Public Schools who talks to us about his transition from Capitol Hill to public education, where Fredericksburg’s unique challenges require unique solutions, the changing education landscape in an era of AI, and how public schools are proving to be so […]
by Karen Dulaney GUEST COLUMNIST There were 34 patients on the appointment schedule today. Depending on the day of the week and how many volunteer providers are scheduled, we average serving 30 to 50 patients daily. 8:30 AM: The clinic doors open, and staff and volunteers begin arriving to prepare for the day ahead. They […]
By Angela DavisMOVIE CRITIC When Dune first hit theaters in 2021, Denis Villeneuve’s adaptation of the first half of Frank Herbert’s novel surprised both critics and audiences with its power. The worldbuilding and writing gave viewers new eyes into the world of Arrakis. Now, the second half of Villeneuve’s epic has released, and this the […]
YOUR BEST FINANCIAL LIFE: SAVE SMART NOW FOR THE FUTURE YOU WANT By Anne Lester Published by William Morrow (March 12, 2024)Hardcover $26.99Audiobook $14.99 Reviewed by David Arndt Money is a taboo subject for some. Who really ever wants to talk about how much they make (not enough), how much they spend (way too much) […]
What Make Fredericksburg Awesome Chris Allen is the executive director for Fredericksburg Main Street and talks about his organization’s role in historic preservation, small business development, and what makes a thriving downtown community (and Fredericksburg in particular) so special.
