Good morning, Fredericksburg.

This week, the Fairy Godmother Project is easing daily challenges for families facing pediatric cancer in Fredericksburg by offering local support and resources.

The Central Rappahannock Regional Library hosts its 'Unearth a Story' Summer Reading Program to encourage residents to explore books and digital resources.

Director Rebecca Purdy (Deputy Executive Director Adriana Puckett) said the program is growing in popularity among readers of all ages.

The University of Mary Washington is offering a 72-hour Permaculture Design Certificate course that starts Sept.

18 and runs over four weekends, held at its Stafford Campus and Rappahannock Education Farm. Participants will learn sustainable practices + regenerative agriculture and water conservation.

The School Board is accepting applications for an interim at-large seat after Jarvis Bailey resigned on July 13.

Applications will be posted online Tuesday, July 21 and are due by 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 28 with public comments on Aug. 3 before the board votes on Aug. 17.

Data center companies in Virginia plan to install on-site gas turbines to bypass Dominion Energy’s seven-year grid connection wait, as lawmakers and residents watch closely.

Officials warn this move could challenge state clean energy goals and spark new environmental reviews.

Stafford County Government reported that Curtis and Woodlands pools reopened on Sunday, July 19 after cleaning and safety checks following a temporary closure caused by broken glass.

The pools are now available for local families to use this summer.

On July 16, Chef Ype von Hengst led a lobster fest at the Silver Diner in Central Park, serving lobster angel hair pasta with tarragon & street corn for a crowd that included Mayor Kerry Devine.

Sponsored by the Regional Chamber, the event marked the diner's first anniversary.

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.