Sunday Nov 1 Brandy Station Drive Thru Chicken Dinner
SUNDAY - Drive-Thru Dinner - Looking for something scrumptious to serve your family this weekend other than candy? Does the thought of homemade style fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans and a roll make your mouth water? We're sure you will agree that there is nothing like comfort food to make a night of watching football complete, especially when you don't have to cooking! So stop by the Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department on Sunday, November 1st, between 12pm - 3pm and pick up your dinner
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Hospice of the Piedmont Announces Virtual Children’s Camp
Hospice of the Piedmont Announces Virtual Children’s CampFall and Winter Dates Include Monthly Zoom Grief Support Groups (Charlottesville, VA,October 29, 2020) – Hospice of the Piedmont is pleased to announce Journeys Camp@Home, a virtual grief support camp that will be held this fall and winter via Zoom. These camps are being offered for children and teens (4-18) who have been affected by the death of a loved one. The program is provided as a public service through Hospice of the Piedmont’s Center for
Cyber Bytes Academy announces CBA 103 – Cybersecurity Fundamentals (CompTIA Security+ Competency) co
(Stafford, Virginia – October 21, 2020) The Cyber Bytes Academy is excited to announce that registration is now open for the Cybersecurity Fundamentals (CompTIA Security+ Competency) course that will be held November 9 – 20, 2020 at the Quantico Cyber Hub at 1010 Corporate Drive, Suite 310, Stafford, VA 22554. The course also has a virtual option available. The CBA103 - Cybersecurity Fundamentals is a comprehensive training course that teaches the student important cybersecurity basic skills. The student
Culpeper Recreation Club hosts 5th Annual Mistletoe Market
Culpeper Recreation Club presents the 5th Annual Mistletoe Market Saturday, Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Culpeper Recreation Club, 13163 Recreation Road, Culpeper. Both levels of the club will be used (no elevator available.) The Mistletoe Market is open to the public! Bring your mask and your friends! For more information visit www.culpeperrecclub.com or www.facebook.com/culpeperrecreationclub.
REC, EPRI Partner on Research to Improve Reliability
REC, EPRI Partner on Research to Improve ReliabilityFredericksburg, Va. - Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) recently partnered with the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) on a progressive project that could improve the reliability of electric service not only for REC’s member-owners but for utilities across the globe. “This has the potential to help REC greatly reduce the number of tree-related outages and significantly improve reliability for our member-owners,” Cindy Musick, REC’s Director
East Street Emergency Tree Removal Road Closures
South East Street Emergency Tree Removal The Town of Culpeper Light & Power Department has scheduled to perform emergency tree removal on South East Street. The Emergency tree removal operation will consist of removing a tree that is creating a potential fire hazard as well as an electrical hazard to the existing power lines in this area. This operation will commence Saturday, October 24, 2020, from 7:00 AM till 6:00 PM, weather permitting. A safety work zone will require temporary closure of the South
Blue Ridge Avenue Roadway Pavement Improvements
Blue Ridge Avenue Roadway Pavement Improvements The Town of Culpeper Public Works Department has scheduled a contractor to perform roadway pavement improvement operations on Blue Ridge Avenue, from Madison Road to Culpeper Street. The roadway improvement operation will consist of removing the existing asphalt and placing and compacting new asphalt on Blue Ridge Avenue and the adjoining streets between Blue Ridge Avenue and West Street. This operation will commence Friday, October 23, 2020, through
Lights by Knight Electric - FALL ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECKLIST
FALL ELECTRICAL SAFETY CHECKLISTWe at Lights by Knight Electric are concerned about your safety. If you think there are possible electrical issues in your home, give our office a call at 540-812-5140 to schedule an inspection by one of our professionals. Our team is happy to you help you! -Update your electronics. There are a lot of in-home appliances that begin to see more use in the fall, including space-heaters and more lighting. Because of this increase in energy use, you may find this a good time to
Culpeper Toy Chest 2020
Culpeper Toy Chest 2020, the 22nd Annual Drive sponsored by Clore-English Funeral Home, will be held Nov. 6-Dec. 14. Please support our Culpeper County children this year…. They need your donations. Over 40 Drop Box Locations around Culpeper OR SHOP ONLINE with our Amazon gift registry https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/EDI2C4EJ59NX/ref=nav_wishlist_lists_2?_encoding=UTF8&type=wishlist and have delivered directly to us. Join our Facebook group for more information or call Kristen Johnson at
Culpeper Eagles host trunk or treat Oct. 29
Culpeper Eagles Aerie #4551 will be hosting a Trunk or Treat on Thursday 10/29/20 from 5-7 p.m. at Culpeper Towne Square (parking lot by Tractor Supply). This event is free and open to the public. CDC COVID-19 guidelines will be followed. The Culpeper Police Department will be proving traffic control, and the Culpeper Public Works Department is assisting with lighting. Vehicles will be spaced approximately 12 feet apart, and individually wrapped candy has been pre-bagged and will be distributed in a
2020 Culpeper Pies Project
Despite the COVID-crisis of 2020, The Culpeper Pies Project are collecting pies again to supplement the Culpeper Food Closet with their Thanksgiving distribution. Please join us again, the need is even greater this year, by contributing your pies - homemade or store bought. No cream or meringue pies, Please! Sugar-free is always welcome. If you make the pies yourself, please wrap and label with the flavor. If you purchase frozen pies, please bake before bringing over, and reseal. We are also
News Release: 10/20/2020 South West Street Tree Removal
South West Street Tree Removal The Town of Culpeper Public Works Department and Light and Power Department have scheduled to perform a tree removal operation on South West Street. This tree trimming and removal operation will commence Wednesday, October 21, 2020, from 8:00 AM till 5:00 PM, weather permitting. A safety work zone will require temporary closure of the South West Street corridor. Advanced warning signs along with a detour will be displayed in this area assisting with the traffic flow through
Dedication Ceremony for Culpeper Charters of Freedom and Minute Men Monument scheduled for Oct. 24
The Declaration of Independence, United States Constitution, and Bill of Rights are coming to Culpeper County thanks to the efforts of the Town of Culpeper, the Minute Men Chapters of the SAR and DAR, and several contributing members of the community, working with Foundation Forward, Inc. These founding documents, known as The Charters of Freedom, will be permanently installed at Yowell Meadow Park in downtown Culpeper over the coming weeks, along with a beautiful granite monument to honor the Culpeper
News Release: 10/15/2020 REC Names New Director of Procurement and Facilities
REC Names New Director of Procurement and FacilitiesRappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) has named Josh Johnson as the Cooperative’s new Director of Procurement and Facilities Management. Johnson is a 20-year electric cooperative professional with experiences spanning various functional areas of distribution cooperatives in South Carolina and Virginia. Since 2018, Johnson served as one of REC’s two key accounts executives. In this role, he acted as the direct point of contact for large-scale industrial
UVA COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION THANKS EMPLOYEES FOR DEDICATION DURING PANDEMIC WITH A PAID DAY OFF
UVA COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION THANKS EMPLOYEES FOR DEDICATION DURING PANDEMIC WITH A PAID DAY OFF Charlottesville, Virginia, October 15, 2020: UVA Community Credit Union is recognizing its employees for their ongoing efforts to serve members during the pandemic by giving them a paid day off on Monday, October 19. “We are extremely proud of our team for the service they have continued to provide our members during the pandemic. We are encouraging them to use the day on Monday to step away from work and
Culpeper Names New Planning & Community Development Director
Culpeper Names New Planning & Community Development Director Andrew Hopewell has been selected at the Town’s new Planning & Community Development Director, replacing Charles Rapp who accepted the position of Planning Director with Albemarle County earlier this year. Hopewell was selected from a field of 24 candidates. He has been the Assistant Chief of Planning with Fauquier County since August 2014. Hopewell holds a bachelor’s degree in economics from Wesleyan University and a master’s degree in urban
BRANDY STATION FIRE DEPT DRIVE-THRU CHICKEN DINNER SUN NOV 1
DRIVE-THRU CHICKEN DINNER on Sunday, November 1st, from 12pm to 3pm, hosted by the Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department. Dinner will include fried chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans and a roll. All proceeds will benefit this all volunteer fire department for only $12.00 per meal! Location: 19601 Church Road, Brandy Station, VA 22714.
Empowering Culpeper to host monthly drive-thru food distribution on Saturday Oct 17
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020 Empowering Culpeper to host monthly drive-thru food distribution on Saturday CULPEPER, Va. – Empowering Culpeper, an all-volunteer food distribution program of People Incorporated, will host its monthly food distribution this Saturday in the Culpeper County High School parking lot from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Households must meet income eligibility criteria and register for the distribution. Volunteers will be on-site to assist during the registration process
Dogwood Village celebrates 50 years
Dogwood Village celebrates 50 years of extraordinary service to the community seniors on October 14, 2020. The Orange County Board of Supervisors approved construction of a 51-bed facility, owned and operated by the County which opened October 14, 1970. In 1975 an additional 69 beds were added with the construction of the west wing for a total of 120 beds. The facility added a south wing in 1982 for a total of 34 assisted living beds and 134 nursing care beds. In 2002 the facility began offering short-term
News Release: October 10 is World Hospice and Palliative Care Day
This Sunday, October 10, hospices and palliative care providers across the world will be working together for the annual World Hospice and Palliative Care Day. They will be sharing a simple message, “Palliative Care: it’s my care, my comfort.” “In the landscape of the coronavirus pandemic and in reflecting on the massive impact it has had on our society and healthcare system, palliative care has never been more important,” said Hospice of the Piedmont President & CEO Ron Cottrell. “Access to palliative
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News Release: Oktoberfest Musicfest Weekend!
Oct 09, 5:00 PM – Oct 11, 7:00 PM Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery, 154 Winery Ln, Leon, VA 22725, USA About the Event We are kicking off our 1st Annual Oktoberfest Musicfest weekend Friday October 9th at 5pm and goes through Sunday October 11th! Fantastic music lineup all day, all weekend long! Friday 10/9 5-8pm Deja Vu Saturday 10/10 11-2 Acoustic Onion 2-5 Midlife Crisis 5-8 Rattlebag Sunday 10/11 12-3 Ken Farmer & Authenticators 3-6 The Unsuitables The Dirty Brat added to
News Release: 10/2/2020 - Unidirectional Flushing- Culpeper High School Areas
Unidirectional Flushing- Culpeper High School Areas The Town of Culpeper Public Works Department will be performing unidirectional flushing (UDF) of water distribution in sections of the Culpeper High School area, including the N. Main Street and Route 229 Corridor, beginning Tuesday, 10/06/20 through Friday, 10/09/20, weather permitting. Flushing crews will be working daily from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A workzone will be in place during operations. Motorists are asked to pay attention to changing conditions
Culpeper Downtown Micro Marketing Leverage Grant
CULPEPER – The Town of Culpeper’s Tourism and Economic Development department has launched the Culpeper Downtown Micro Marketing Leverage Grant program. Designed to stimulate new advertising, marketing and promotional activity for businesses and organizations in downtown Culpeper. Culpeper Tourism and Economic Development brings this grant program to the community with matching funds secured from a Downtown Investment Grant, made possible through the Virginia Main Street program under the Virginia
People Inc. receives additional funding for rent and mortgage relief program
People Inc. receives additional funding for rent and mortgage relief program CULPEPER, Va. – People Incorporated has received additional funding for the rent and mortgage relief program serving residents of Culpeper County, Fauquier County, Madison County, Orange County or Rappahannock County who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Additional funding will allow People Inc. to continue to serve residents who are in danger of eviction from their homes,” said Kyle Sensabaugh,
News Release: Double feature at Salem Volunteer Fire Dept. Oct. 17
FALL FAMILY FUN - Saturday, October 17th - Halloween Themed Drive-in Double Feature extravaganza! The Salem Volunteer Fire Department is planning to give you pumpkin to talk about with the next drive-in movie event! No, it's not "A Scare Is Born", but it is a double feature sure to please the entire family! Hocus Pocus and Practical Magic. Oh my gourd right? Yes they have out done themselves this time! Both movies are guaranteed to put a smile on your face and be a smashing Halloween hit with the
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