Good morning, Fredericksburg.

The Food Bank is hosting weekly drive-thru and walk-up distributions to provide food without needing identification (visitors should maintain space between vehicles to keep traffic moving).

Staff may ask brief questions to help serve everyone efficiently.

A Biz Beat Clips video from Dec.

15 showcased The Barking Barley — the city’s first dog-park bar — where dogs can play while owners relax. The video offers a fresh look at this unique new business in Fredericksburg.

Goodwill will launch its CareerPath Accelerator in April 2026 (an AI-powered platform that connects job seekers, training providers, and employers) to boost workforce skills in healthcare, technology, and skilled trades in our region.

UMW partnered its Chief of Police Michael Hall with Professor Alan Griffith and junior Jillian Rosenquist to map nearly 90 blue light emergency phones across campus to boost safety + improve response accuracy; the project also secured Rosenquist a summer internship with the U.S. Architect of the Capitol.

Motorists in the area will find lane closures and detours on several routes including Route 1, Route 207 northbound, and Route 301 for tree trimming, utility repairs, and intersection improvements (some projects extend into summer 2027).

White Christmas Musical

11:30 a.m. — Riverside Center for the Performing Arts — Meal service included — Enjoy a heartwarming Christmas musical featuring classic songs and a delightful storyline.

Soul Line Dancing with Regina

7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of soul line dancing and community fun in Fredericksburg.

New Year's Eve Celebration with Steve Jarrell

7:30-11:59 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Fredericksburg Historic District — Ticket required — Celebrate the New Year in style with gourmet bites, a champagne toast, and great music from Steve Jarrell.