Mary Washington Healthcare Outpatient Rehabilitation Services Earns 2025 Press Ganey Pinnacle of Excellence Award® for Patient Experience
Mary Washington Healthcare is recognized as a leader in Outpatient Rehabilitation Services within the healthcare industry for three consecutive years, signifying the best practices businesses should consider implementing in a new year. FREDERICKSBURG, VA (January 7, 2026) — Mary Washington Healthcare announced today that both outpatient rehabilitation services (Rehabilitation Services of Fredericksburg and Rehabilitation […]
APPLICATION CYCLE OPEN FOR VMDAEC 2026 SCHOLARSHIPS
Fredericksburg, Va. — Each year, the Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives (VMDAEC) Education Scholarship Foundation awards $1,500 scholarships, in addition to other awards. The scholarships are open to high school seniors or those graduating from home school in 2026 who are entering their first semester at a post-secondary or trade school in […]
FUNDING AVAILABLE TO NONPROFITS THROUGH RAPPAHANNOCK ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE’S THE POWER OF CHANGE
Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) invites nonprofit organizations to apply for funding from the Cooperative’s The Power of Change program. Through The Power of Change, REC members give voluntarily to support nonprofits that support those in need. In 2025, The Power of Change provided more than $237,000 to 71 nonprofits that provided services across […]
RAPPAHANNOCK ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE OFFERS $20,000 IN STUDENT COLLEGE AND CAREER OR TECHNICAL SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS FOR 2026
Seventeen students of families or guardians of member-owners can qualify for the scholarships for the 2026-27 academic year. Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is offering $20,000 in scholarships for students who are attending or will attend a college or career and technical school. The Community Scholarship program is part of REC’s continued […]
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. […]
