REC ANNOUNCES LOWER POWER COST ADJUSTMENT FOR 2026
Fredericksburg, Va. – Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) has announced that the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) rate for its member-owners will be slightly lower in 2026. The adjustment is estimated to decrease the typical residential monthly bill by just under $1.00. “Every little bit helps,” said Casey Hollins, managing director – communications and public relations. “Rising […]
REC DONATED MORE THAN $19,000 TO AREA FOOD BANKS IN 2025
Fredericksburg, Va. – Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) responded to the increased food insecurity felt by many in our region this fall by donating $16,000 to non-profit food banks across its service territory in October and November. “These donations, which bring the total REC donated toward reducing food insecurity to more than $19,000 in 2025, are an […]
Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce Brings National Civics Bee to the Fredericksburg Region
Fredericksburg, VA —The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of the Fredericksburg Regional Civics Bee, bringing the 2026 National Civics Bee® to students across Planning District 16, including Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George, Caroline, and the City of Fredericksburg. Presented locally by the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce in partnership with WorkForce […]
Fredericksburg Regional Chamber Announces 2026 New Board of Directors Chair/Vice Chair and Board Members
FREDERICKSBURG – The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Ginni Matern as the 2026 Chair of the Board. Ginni brings extensive leadership experience as the Owner and President of Matern Staffing in Spotsylvania, and we look forward to her continued service to our region’s business community. The Chamber would also like to […]
YOUTH TOUR 2026: HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS, APPLY NOW FOR AN INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE IN OUR NATION’S CAPITAL
Fredericksburg, Va. — The 2026 Youth Tour is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to form connections with a select group of students from around the country and get a behind-the-scenes look at the Capitol. The deadline to apply is Jan. 31, 2026. High school juniors are encouraged to apply if their family receives electricity from Rappahannock Electric […]
Mary Washington Healthcare Advances Stroke Care Close to Home
New thrombectomy services offer lifesaving stroke care for the Fredericksburg region. FREDERICKSBURG, VA (December 8, 2025) — Mary Washington Healthcare proudly announces the advancement of neurological care at Mary Washington Hospital, with the Primary Stroke Center adding thrombectomy capabilities to treat strokes. […]
UMW Announces Master of Science in Nursing Degree Program
The University of Mary Washington will add a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree, with enrollment beginning in 2026-27. The new program gained approval from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) at its October 2025 meeting and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) in November. It […]
Strongwell’s STRONGDEK Wins 2025 Architectural Products Product Innovation Award
BRISTOL, Va. — Strongwell (USA), the world’s leading pultruder of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites, announced today that its STRONGDEK® architectural decking system has been recognized with a 2025 Product Innovation Award (PIA) by Architectural Products magazine. The annual PIA program honors product advancements that elevate design, performance, sustainability, and building efficiency. All submissions are […]
THIRTEEN FLORA PETTIT LAWYERS NAMED “LEGAL ELITE”
Flora Pettit proudly announces that thirteen of its attorneys have been recognized in the 2025 “Legal Elite” survey conducted annually by Virginia Business magazine. Statewide, only 4.9% or 1,605 lawyers of the approximately 32,631 active Virginia State Bar members were named this year. The honored lawyers and the expertise for which they were recognized are […]
Downtown Fredericksburg Holiday Open House Brings Cheer and Generosity to Mary Washington Healthcare
Fredericksburg, VA, (November 21, 2025) – A heartwarming highlight of Fredericksburg’s annual Holiday Open House was the Otter-ly Amazing Giveback initiative. Through a special “get one, give one” program, Fredericksburg Main Street sold plush otters. For every otter purchased, one was donated to Mary Washington Healthcare. Thanks to the community’s generosity, 150 otters will soon […]
