Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Jeremiah Community has raised nearly $12M toward a $17.5M goal and will break ground at 0 Wicklow Dr. in November.

The two-story building will offer housing plus training spaces like a commercial kitchen — job opportunities are built in to help reduce local homelessness.

Mary Washington alumni reconnected this past reunion weekend to celebrate traditions and review campus updates at their alma mater.

Mary Washington alumni gathered for a reunion weekend filled with picnics, campus tours, beverage tastings and live events to reconnect and celebrate traditions.

The event highlighted new campus renovations (including a theatre project) and brought graduates together for family fun and memorable moments near campus.

City officials and Tree Fredericksburg established a Tree Protection Zone around the century-old Eskridge Oak near the Mary Washington Monument as a wall is set to be built nearby this spring.

Anne Little said the protection will help keep the tree healthy during and after the construction.

9th Annual Cooking Autism Car Show

8 AM – 3 PM — Stafford Regional Airport — $20.00 — Explore a variety of vehicles while supporting autism awareness in the community.

Completely Unchained: Van Halen Tribute

7-11 p.m. — The Groove Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the #1 tribute to Van Halen with an authentic performance of their greatest hits.

BANDA EL RECODO, LOS RECODITOS & MAS

12-3 p.m. — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a lively music event featuring popular Mexican bands at the fairgrounds.

Chris Ryan Band Live

6-11:30 p.m. — The Social FXBG — Cost not specified — Celebrate Fourth of July weekend with the Chris Ryan Band's debut performance.

Independence Day Fireworks Celebration

9 p.m. — Fredericksburg Convention Center — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a stunning firework display over Fredericksburg, Virginia.

Mini Mornings at the Museum: River Exploration

10:00 – 11:30 AM — George Washington's Ferry Farm — Free entry — Discover the wonders of gardening with story time and hands-on planting activities for young children.

Fredericksburg Comic Con

Full day shopping and fun — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Fredericksburg Convention Center — General admission — Celebrate the world of comics with vendors and artists of all ages.