Coronavirus: Fredericksburg City Manager Issues COVID-19 Emergency Order

City Manager Timothy J. Baroody has issued emergency regulations for restaurants and gatherings.

VA Coronavirus Count Climbs Above 50; Second Death Reported

The Virginia Department of Health confirmed a total of 51 coronavirus cases in the state Monday, an increase of six from the day before.

Mary Washington Healthcare Treating Its First Coronavirus Patient

Mary Washington Healthcare is treating its first novel coronavirus patient at Stafford Hospital, the hospital system said Sunday night.

VA Governor Bans Gatherings Of 100 Or More Due To Coronavirus

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam said the ban on large gatherings due to the coronavirus does not apply to restaurants, bars and offices.

First Coronavirus 'Community Spread' Case Reported In Virginia

Several cases of coronavirus in James City County are being investigated as confirmed cases in Northern Virginia continue to grow.

Mary Washington Healthcare To Implement No Visitor Policy

Mary Washington Healthcare is not allowing visitors to its hospitals starting Sunday night due to coronavirus concerns.

CVS Waiving Delivery Fees For Meds: Locations In Fredericksburg

CVS Pharmacies will waive charges for the home delivery of prescription meds amid precautions regarding the new coronavirus.

VA Coronavirus Cases Reported In Fairfax, Spotsylvania

Two new cases of the novel coronavirus have been reported in Virginia, one in Fairfax City and the other in Spotsylvania County.

Assisted Living Resident Safeguards Strengthened For Coronavirus

Poet’s Walk Fredericksburg, a memory care facility, is implementing measures to protect its elderly residents from the coronavirus.

VA's First Flu Pediatric Death As Influenza A Hits State, DC Hard

So far this season, authorities estimate 26 million people have been affected by the flu. Virginia saw its first pediatric death last week.

45 Virginia Travelers Monitored For Coronavirus Exposure

Virginia health officials said Friday that 45 travelers are self-monitoring for coronavirus symptoms after returning from China.

Mary Washington Hospital Opens New Cardiac Labs In Fredericksburg

Mary Washington Hospital held a ribbon-cutting and grand opening Wednesday afternoon for new labs in its cardiac unit.

Health District Awarded Grant For High-Risk Maternity Program

The Rappahannock Area Health District provides prenatal care to uninsured or underinsured pregnant women in the Fredericksburg area.

Mary Washington Healthcare Gets Grant For Crime Victim Services

The two-year grant will be used to expand the forensics department for crime victims at Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg.

Record Drug Overdose Deaths Projected In Virginia For 2019

After a spike in deaths during the first half of the year, Virginia officials project a record number of drug overdose fatalities in 2019.

Halloween 5K, Monster Mile Planned This Weekend In North Stafford

The fourth annual event will be held at Embrey Mill in North Stafford, and this year’s prizes include cash, trophies, best costume and more.

Drug Take Back Events Planned For Fredericksburg Area

Prescription drug take-back day is planned Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at locations throughout the Fredericksburg area.

Where To Get Flu Shots In Fredericksburg

As flu season approaches, you might want to get immunized this fall.

VA's First Vaping Death Confirmed, E-Cig Users Urged To Quit

Virginia has confirmed the first death caused by e-cigarette use or vaping, and others have been hospitalized with lung illnesses.

Fredericksburg: Your ZIP Code May Influence How Long You Live

How long you live might be affected by your neighborhood, according to the most recent data from the CDCP.

Fredericksburg-Area Runners Participating In 2019 Boston Marathon

Nineteen runners from the Fredericksburg region were slated to participate in the 2019 Boston Marathon, Monday, April 15.

How Fredericksburg Area Ranks For Health, Life Expectancy

See how Fredericksburg, Stafford and Spotsylvania rank for quality of life, physical environment and other factors versus the state.

Ways to Help Parents Reduce Food Waste Due to Picky Eaters

Many children need to acquire a taste for healthier food, parents play a huge role...

Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia Cases On The Rise: See VA Numbers

The CDC says the number of cases of all three common STDs increased in 2017 in Virginia, marking the fourth year of increases.

Local Non Profits Team Up to Help Fight Local Food Insecurity

Free produce packs provide families in need with fresh produce, resources for preparing them...

Almond Milk Recalled In Virginia For Containing Real Milk

Consumers with sensitivity to milk could have life-threatening allergic reactions if they drink this almond milk, the FDA warns.

Kissing Bugs, Chagas Disease In Virginia: 5 Things To Know

“Kissing bugs” can be deadly — or just really itchy. Here's what you need to know now that it's summer in Virginia.

Drownings In Virginia: It Doesn't Look Like You Think It Does

Drowning happens more quietly than we realize. In some cases, kids drown with an adult only a few feet away. How to spot someone in trouble.

Virginia, DC Suicide Rates Are Skyrocketing: CDC

Between 1999 and 2016, the suicide rate rose significantly in the United States, a new report says. Virginia, DC can help those in crisis.

2018 Boston Marathon: Fredericksburg Area Runners

See who from the Fredericksburg area is running in perhaps the world's most famous marathon Monday.

Most-Stressed States: Where Do Virginia, DC Rank?

April is Stress Awareness Month, maybe not a surprise at tax time. Here's how freaked out DC, Virginia folks are on money, work and family.

Panera Cream Cheese Recall For Listeria Impacts Fredericksburg

A cream cheese recall over Listeria contamination impacts the Fredericksburg area Panera Bread stores.

Safest Hospitals In Virginia, DC: See The Best And The Worst

The nonprofit group Leapfrog released its bi-annual round of hospital safety grades. See how your Virginia and DC hospital scored.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Fredericksburg Cops Go 'Code Pink'

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Fredericksburg Police have elevated their status to "Code Pink."

Marine Corps 'Historic Half' Marathon Sunday In Fredericksburg

More than 8,000 people are expected to participate in Sunday's Marine Corps "Historic Half" marathon in downtown Fredericksburg.

Richmond Times-Dispatch Editorial Slams Jeff Sessions' Views On Marijuana

The center-right editorial board takes issue with the AG's comments in Richmond that pot's "only slightly less awful" than heroin.

How Virginia Ranks on 63 Key Health Measures

Overall, Virginia is ranked slightly ahead of average in America's Health Rankings. See state's rankings on cholesterol, diabetes and more.

No-Shave November Means Goatees For Cops in Fredericksburg

It's in conjunction with the Movember Foundation, which promotes men's health. Normally, Fredericksburg Police don't allow goatees.

More in U.S. Skipping Flu Shots: State-by-State Rankings

As the flu season begins, latest data shows fewer Americans are protecting themselves from the flu.

'Code Pink' for Fredericksburg Police Cruiser in October

Breast Cancer Awareness Month prompts department to make a statement with one of its Crown Victoria patrol cars.