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Morning, everybody! I’m back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what’s happening these days in Fredericksburg.
But first, your local weather:
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and nice. High: 71 Low: 52.
- Friday: Nice with sun and some clouds. High: 73 Low: 58.
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Here are the top three stories in Fredericksburg today:
- The Stafford Sheriff’s Office is waiting for a medical examiner’s report to confirm if the remains found near Falmouth Bridge in Stafford belong to a missing county man named David Hartnett. Hartnett, 57, has been missing since April 20, and there have been various search efforts to locate him. A family member discovered the remains in the vicinity of the Falmouth Bridge. The investigation is ongoing, and updates may follow. (Fredericksburg.com)
- On Saturday, a self-defense class specifically designed for the blind and visually impaired will be held in Fredericksburg. Certified instructor Master Shu Amun will teach basic training and self-defense techniques using scientific street fighting. The class aims to help participants improve their exercise routine, and gain security, confidence, and self-knowledge. The event is a fundraiser for Volunteers for the Blind, a local organization that provides support to the blind community. A donation is requested for participation, and additional activities such as a concession stand, bake sale, and raffle will be available. (Fredericksburg.com)
- A man wanted for domestic assault and battery barricaded himself inside a home in Stafford County, Virginia. After the suspect refused to exit the residence, police flew two drones into the home, prompting the suspect to surrender. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office has been using drones since 2017 for various police activities, including locating suspects and documenting crime scenes. Nearby homes were evacuated, and the street was temporarily closed during the incident. (Fredericksburg Patch)
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Today and tomorrow in Fredericksburg:
Thursday, May 18
- Friends of the Library Pop-Up Book Sale At Howell Branch (12:00 AM)
- Strangeways Brewing: Books and Beer At Velvet Was the Night (6:30 PM)
Friday, May 19
- Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat At Riverside Center for the Performing Arts (7:30 PM)
From my notebook:
- Congratulations to members of the James Monroe High School Orchestra for their First Place trophy and Superior Rating at Friday’s Music in the Parks competition at Busch Gardens! The community is so proud of you. (James Monroe High School via Facebook)
- Congratulations to the Stafford Senior High School track and field team at the district championships! The girls finished 5th overall, the boys finished 6th, and a total of 16 individuals and 6 relay teams scored by placing in the top 8. (Stafford Senior High School PTSO via Facebook)
- On May 5, a groundbreaking event marked the beginning of the construction of a new middle school in Fredericksburg, attended by FCPS School Board members, city council members, and other leaders. The school, set to open in 2025, aims to provide modern facilities and a safe learning environment for middle school students in Fredericksburg. (Fredericksburg City Public Schools via Facebook)
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Now you’re in the loop and ready to start this Thursday! I’ll be back in your inbox soon with a new update.
— Nicole Fallon-Peek
About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.
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