Rappahannock Electric Cooperative Brings Free Family Fun to Ashland with Sponsorship of Summer Movie Series
Fredericksburg, Va. — Families in Ashland are enjoying free summer entertainment thanks to Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC), which is proudly sponsoring Ashland Theatre’s “Free Movie Mondays” series through Aug. 11. Traditionally known as “$2 Movie Mondays,” the weekly movie showings have become a beloved community tradition. This year, with REC’s support, the Theatre is offering […]
Powering Our Future: Clarity, Responsibility, and Readiness
By John Hewa, President & CEO, Rappahannock Electric Cooperative Across Virginia and the nation, energy demand is climbing — and fast. Virginia’s Department of Energy recently projected that annual demand growth for energy is increasing to 6.5%, up from a historic norm of 1.4%. Forecasts from the regional grid operator, PJM, show that electricity demand […]
CICV President Christopher K. Peace Appointed to Statewide Board of the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities
RICHMOND, VA – July 22, 2025— The Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV) is proud to announce that its President, Christopher K. Peace, Esq., has been appointed to serve on the statewide Board of Directors of the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (VCIC). In addition to his board service, Mr. Peace has been selected […]
Mary Washington Hospital Is Nationally Recognized for its Commitment to Providing High-Quality Stroke Care
The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke: Gold Plus award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care Fredericksburg, VA (July 16, 2025) — Mary Washington Hospital’s Primary Stroke Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold […]
Stafford Hospital Is Nationally Recognized for its Commitment to Providing High-Quality Stroke Care
The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke: Gold Plus award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care Stafford, VA (July 15, 2025) — Stafford Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® – Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement […]
Mary Washington Healthcare Foundations Accepting Concept Papers for Grant Applications
WHO: Mary Washington Hospital and Stafford Hospital Foundations are now accepting Concept Paper applications for the 2026 grant application process. WHAT: Through the Joe and Mary Wilson Community Benefit Fund of MWH and the SH Community Benefit Fund, organizations can apply for funding to support their programs. The Concept Paper application is the required first step of […]
Danville Pittsylvania Chamber Launches Ambassador Program
New Initiative Aims to Deepen Member Engagement and Strengthen Community Connections [Danville, VA] – The Danville Pittsylvania Chamber of Commerce announces the launch of its Chamber Ambassador Program, an exciting initiative designed to strengthen member engagement, promote goodwill, and help serve as the welcoming face of the Chamber to the business community. Ambassadors […]
Eugene Hamrick Appointed to UAI Strategic Advisory Board
Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) is proud to announce that Eugene Hamrick, Director- Enterprise Analytics and Innovation at REC and its wholly owned subsidiary, BrilliT has been invited to serve a two-year term on the Utility Analytics Institute (UAI) Strategic Advisory Board (SAB) for 2025–2026. This prestigious appointment reflects Hamrick’s deep expertise in utility […]
UMW Tops List for Internships, Making an Impact as One of the Best Values in The Princeton Review
The University of Mary Washington has been recognized as one of the nation’s best colleges for students seeking a great education with excellent career services at an affordable price, according to The Princeton Review. The educational services company named UMW to its list of Best Value Colleges for 2025, making it one of just five […]
Governor Appoints New UMW Board of Visitors Member, Renews Two Terms
The Virginia Governor’s Office announced in June the appointment of a new member of the University of Mary Washington Board of Visitors and renewed the terms of two current members. A Mary Washington alumnus, Gregory Chambers ’84, executive director of CRA Research LLC, in Fredericksburg, will join the board. In addition, the Governor’s Office renewed […]
