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A program developed in SWVa will serve as a statewide model to address a shortage of health care workers

July 30th, 2024        Cardinal News

A program developed in SWVa will serve as a statewide model to address a shortage of health care workers The Claude Moore Charitable Foundation is partnering with the Blue Ridge Partnership for Health Science Careers, which was founded in 2019 in response to the region’s urgent need for health care workers. A program developed in […]

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UMW Featured in ‘Fiske Guide to Colleges 2025’

July 29th, 2024

The bestselling Fiske Guide to Colleges has again included the University of Mary Washington on its annual list of the “best and most interesting.” UMW is one of 11 Virginia schools in the 2025 edition, and it’s on the short list of inexpensive public colleges and universities based on current tuition and fees. The selective guide pulls […]

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Chamber’s Leadership Fredericksburg Announces Class of 2025

July 25th, 2024

FREDERICKSBURG – The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber is pleased to announce the Leadership Fredericksburg Class of 2025. Fellows will meet monthly from September 2024 through May 2025. Sessions occur at businesses throughout the region. Participants hone their leadership skills and meet with notable community leaders. Each Fellow is matched with a trained mentor that supports his […]

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Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces Staff Promotions

July 24th, 2024

Fredericksburg– The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber recently promoted Wendy Zelazny to Senior Vice President, Membership & Growth Strategies. Zelazny joined the Chamber over six years ago. The organization has experienced significant growth in its top tier membership levels because of her strong business engagement skills. Zelazny has an expansive background that includes film production. She modernized […]

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George Mason’s vital role in advancing Virginia as America’s top state in business

July 24th, 2024

CNBC has named Virginia America’s Top State for Business in 2024, and the No. 1 state for education, dual distinctions that highlight George Mason University’s impact as the largest and most innovative public university in Virginia and a top 50 public university nationally. Virginia finished in the top half of all 10 of the CNBC study’s weighted […]

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Boys Home to host Admissions Open House at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Roanoke, Virginia on August 22 at 5:00 p.m.

July 23rd, 2024

On Thursday, August 22, Boys Home of Virginia will host an Admissions Open House at St. John’s Episcopal Church (1 Mountain Ave. SW, Roanoke, VA 24016). The event is open to all prospective students, parents and guardians. All attendees will learn more about the admissions process, have time to ask questions and discover how Boys […]

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Nonprofits: Funds Available through REC’s The Power of Change

July 22nd, 2024

Fredericksburg, Va.—Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) invites nonprofits to apply for funding from The Power of Change. The deadline to apply for the latest round of funding is Aug. 10, 2024. Twice a year, The Power of Change supports organizations in REC’s service area who need funding for their initiatives. Through The Power of Change, REC […]

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Mary Washington Healthcare Welcomes Providers from Elite Women’s Health, Inc.

July 16th, 2024

  Fredericksburg, VA, (July 15, 2024) – Mary Washington Healthcare is thrilled to announce that many of the providers of Elite Women’s Health will join the healthcare system. Effective today,  Mary Washington Obstetrics and Gynecology will now be home to Leedylyn Stadulis, MD; Courtney Miller, WHNP-BC; Lauren Backy, CNM, WHNP-BC; Julie Flanagan, CNM, WHNP-BC and […]

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WARNING FROM RAPPAHANNOCK ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE: SCAM ALERT

July 16th, 2024

Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) has received recent reports of individuals coming on to members’ property and posing as REC representatives. These scammers are requesting access to property, claiming REC will cover solar panel installation costs, and presenting information about a non-REC transmission line. Please be alert for anyone visiting your property or contacting you by […]

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