GEICO On Hiring Spree + SPCA $25K Grant: Top Fredericksburg News

Fredericksburg VA

07 October, 2021

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Up and at 'em, Fredericksburg! Here's everything you need to know to get this Friday started off right. First, today's weather: Considerable clouds and humid. High: 79 Low: 63. Here are the top stories today in Fredericksburg: Dog Fighting Ringleaders Sentenced To Prison After Pleading Guilty: DOJ (Fredericksburg Patch) Fredericksburg SPCA Awarded $20K Grant To Provide Dental Care To Pets (Fredericksburg Patch) Historical homes you can own in the Fredericksburg area (Fredericksburg.com) GEICO Regional Office In Fredericksburg Seeking To Hire 200 Workers (Fredericksburg Patch) 'Anti-Muslim Bigotry' Loses In Stafford As County Agrees To Pay Settlement (Fredericksburg Patch) 3 Bedroom Home in Fredericksburg - $100,000 (Fredericksburg.com) WATCH: Fredericksburg NAACP creates an award to honor longtime educator Marguerite Young (Fredericksburg Today) Fredericksburg contemplates moving, upgrading Visitor Center (Fredericksburg.com) Stafford supervisors appropriate bond funds for new high school design (Fredericksburg.com) Fredericksburg-area gas prices spike to over $3 per gallon (Fredericksburg.com) Knifepoint Robbery, Police Chase Lead To Arrests In Stafford: Sheriff's Office (Fredericksburg Patch) As new virus cases drop in Fredericksburg region, so do local hospitalizations (Fredericksburg.com) Fredericksburg Restaurant Inspections: Violations At Food Trucks (Fredericksburg Patch) ADOPTABLES: Local dogs, cats available for adoption (10/5/21) | Pets (Fredericksburg.com) Cargo van driver killed in crash with tractor-trailer in Stafford (Inside NoVA) Stafford man charged after woman reported being strangled in Woodbridge (Fredericksburg.com) GETTING THERE: Truslow Road bridge survives crash (Fredericksburg.com) Today's Fredericksburg Daily is brought to you by our friends at Verizon. They're building the fastest 5G network in the country. To learn how 5G is going to change life for you and your community — and to get access to this amazing technology — click here. And thank you Verizon for sponsoring this community resource in Fredericksburg! Today in Fredericksburg: Fishersville Antiques Expo (9:00 AM) Riverbend Fashion Den (Homecoming Clothing Shopping)--Foyer and Auditorium Bathrooms (2:25 PM) Fredericksburg Patch Notebook University of Mary Washington: "#UMW2026? Tag someone who should apply. 💙🦅 #getreadygowash" (Instagram) Fredericksburg Police Department: "Missing Person: Mr. Kevin Hartnett, 26, of King George was last seen in the City of Fredericksburg on September 26th. If you have any information on his whereabouts, call (540) 373-3122. To make an anonymous tip, send a text to "847-411"..." (Facebook) Fredericksburg Police Department: "Thank you for the love, Italian Station! Coffee with a Cop started in 2011 in Hawthorne, California. The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down the barriers between police officers and the citizens they serve. Our agency has parti..." (Facebook) Fredericksburg Police Department: "If you're looking for a career where you can inspire the next generation, you're looking at the right law enforcement agency. Every day, our officers build strong bonds with the community they serve. Our next testing dates are October 29..." (Facebook) Hugh Mercer Elementary School: "Congratulations to former HM, now LES kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Montgomery who was recognized tonight at the school board meeting for the 20-21 school year. Once a Patriot, always a Patriot. 💚" (Facebook) Fredericksburg, VA: "🧑‍🌾 The scarecrows are here! ⁣ ⁣ See what your favorite businesses have up their sleeve at downtown Fredericksburg's 🎃 Scarecrowfest, then cast your vote for 🛒 Best Business Theme, 😂 Funniest, 📚 Most Historic and 👻 Spookiest!⁣ ⁣ H..." (Instagram) Hugh Mercer Elementary School: "Congratulations to our very own Gema Cortez who was recognized tonight at the school board meeting as our HMES incentive winner. Ms. Cortez works tirelessly to support our students and staff. Her smile is big but her heart is even bigger..." (Facebook) Fredericksburg, Virginia Economic Development & Tourism: "Have you noticed the building refresh on Princess Anne Street? See a before and after pic in the blog below. ⬇️" (Facebook) James Monroe High School: "First concert in 18 months. Beautiful music has new meaning for us. Thank you Mrs. Ribel and your scholars for a fabulous night!" (Facebook) Fredericksburg City Public Schools: "Third graders from Lafayette, Kailani and Elianny, spent their recess picking up trash! They saw a problem and took steps to solve it and make the school better." (Facebook) Lafayette Elementary School: "Third graders from Lafayette, Kailani and Elianny, spent their recess picking up trash! They saw a problem and took steps to solve it and make the school better." (Facebook) Visit Fred: "🧑‍🌾 The scarecrows are here! See what your favorite businesses have up their sleeve at downtown Fredericksburg's 🎃 Scarecrowfest, then cast your vote for 🛒 Best Business Theme, 😂 Funniest, 📚 Most Historic and 👻 Spookiest! Here...w..." (Facebook) RCASA - Rappahannock Council Against Sexual Assault: "Our work at RCASA never stops! Today, we are out in the Stafford Marketplace Lowe's lot for Stafford National Night out from 5-8pm (and might I add we have the best spot right next to Mission BBQ!😜). We hope to see you soon at this fami..." (Facebook) James Monroe High School: "Today is National Coaches Day! FCPS is proud to be home to so many wonderful coaches and the athletes they serve. Here is a quote from our athletic director about the importance of coaching; "Coaching our children is an extension of the ..." (Facebook) James Monroe High School: "In order to monitor safety more closely at football games, student backpacks will no longer be allowed. This begins immediately." (Facebook) Visit Fred: "Wyatt Michael representing #FredericksburgVa on The Voice! 🎵🎶 🎵 #TeamKelly #Fxbg" (Facebook) UMW Libraries: "University of Mary Washington will be hosting the next talk in the Mary Talks series next Wednesday, October 13 at 7:30pm! Join the event online to hear Dean Rucker reflect on his time at Mary Washington and share his favorite memories a..." (Facebook) Fredericksburg City Public Schools: "Today is National Coaches Day! FCPS is proud to be home to so many wonderful coaches and the athletes they serve. Here is a quote from our athletic director about the importance of coaching; "Coaching our children is an extension of the ..." (Facebook) Stafford Senior High School PTSO: "October is Papa John's Spirit Month! From October 1st through 31st Order a pizza & support SHS PTSO! Order online at: https://www.papajohns.com Code: SHSSPIRIT Note: You must order through Chatham Heights location. PAPA JOHN'S PIZZA 411 ..." (Facebook) Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events: "Parents we have you covered! 🙌 Don't be stuck with nothing for your kids to do on days they are out of school! Check out our Out of School Camps we are registering for at https://secure.rec1.com/VA/fre... 🥳 Wednesday..." (Facebook) Fredericksburg City Public Schools: "In order to monitor safety more closely at football games, student backpacks will no longer be allowed. This begins immediately." (Facebook) Stafford Senior High School PTSO: "The annual Spotsylvania Towne Center College Fair will be held on Wednesday, October 20, from 6:30-8:30 pm. Nearly 100 college admissions officers will have tables set up to provide families with information. The tables will be arranged ..." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Everything But the Garage Sale (October 9) Pink Carpet Event Charity Fashion Show (October 9) Silver and Brass Restoration Services: Mondays 10-4 (October 11) Add your event If you find this roundup useful, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Mark Hand Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Fredericksburg roundup? You can reach me at [email protected].