Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Fredericksburg veteran Kevin Barr will launch his app Health Barr on Aug.

30 to help cut food waste—timing the release just before Food Waste Prevention Week from Sept. 28 to Oct. 4.

Five Fredericksburg residents with ties to public education have applied for the interim school board seat left vacant by Jarvis Bailey after 17 years of service, and officials will review the applications soon.

University of Mary Washington opens Fall 2027 applications today online and via the Common App.

Eligible Virginia students can add UMW to their list to access Common App Direct Admissions — which offers non-binding early acceptance details on over 100 programs including scholarships and special study paths.

Courtland High School football coach J.C.

Hall held his 24th opening practice Thursday evening and remains eager as his defending district champions prepare for a season beginning Aug. 28— the Cougars, led by senior quarterback Chieftain Watson, face stiff regional challenge.