Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Fredericksburg will soon mark rock pioneer Link Wray's legacy with a commemorative marker that honors his groundbreaking 1958 hit Rumble, which forever changed rock, metal + punk music.

UMW Center for Historic Preservation awarded its 2026 Book Prize to Emily Lieb for Road to Nowhere — a work examining Baltimore’s unbuilt East-West Expressway.

Fredericksburg City School Board approved new start times for all schools except preschool and ratified a travel audit contract for fiscal year 2025 at Monday's meeting; the new times take effect on Aug.

12 to help improve bus transportation amid planning concerns from some board members.

Dead river redhorse were found in the Rappahannock near Friends of the Rappahannock headquarters on July 6 due to low water flow and high temperatures amid historic drought conditions—Virginia’s Wildlife Department says the fish, an indicator of good water, underscore a need for consistent rains.

Residents near Naval Support Facility Dahlgren may hear loud blasts today as weapons range testing runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and a danger zone along 15,000 yards of the Potomac River will be restricted.

The American Red Cross says the local blood supply is low as summer demand grows — director Tricia Wolfrey urged donors to join a large blood drive on Thursday at Lifepoint Church in Central Park to help ensure blood is available when needed.

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.

PLT 3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

8 AM - 4 PM — Fredericksburg Country Club — $125 singles, $250 doubles, $500 foursomes — Swing for a cause and enjoy a day of golf benefiting veterans and their families.

Mother and Son Afternoon Tea

2-4 p.m. — Central Rappahannock Regional Library Fredericksburg Branch — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy afternoon with tea and treats while creating new memories with your son.