Applications are now open for Culpeper Competes
Applications are now open for Culpeper Competes. This entrepreneurial development program provides participants with business education, mentorship, networking opportunities, and access to valuable business resources. Eligible businesses located within or planning to locate within the Town of Culpeper may also compete for up to $30,000 in business investment grants. Applications close August 7, 2026. For more information and to apply,
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Dr. Tashika Griffith releases First 100 Days at Germanna Report
MY FIRST 100 DAYS During my first 100 days as president of Germanna Community College, I had the privilege of meeting with students, faculty, staff, alumni, employers, and community partners across our region. These conversations deepened my appreciation for the people, values, and aspirations that make Germanna such a special place. Listening was my highest priority as I began this role. What I heard was clear: our students are ambitious, our employees are deeply committed to their success,
New Beginnings Outreach Center in need of new ''Crisis Car''
Heartbroken, but not defeated. Our "Crisis Car" is gone—and our neighbors need you Dear Friends and Supporters, On the evening of June 4, our hearts shattered. Our beloved “Crisis Car”—the literal lifeline of our day center and our unsheltered neighbors—was involved in a serious accident. While we are profoundly grateful that everyone involved is safe, the vehicle itself was completely totaled. It is unsalvageable. To anyone else, it was just a dented, high-mileage vehicle. But to the people we
CulpeperFest Returns June 12 With Music Finals, Local Flavor, and Family Fun
Culpeper’s signature community event is back this summer as the 46th annual CulpeperFest returns on Friday, June 12, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Germanna Daniel Technology Center. Organized by the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce, CulpeperFest is widely recognized as the area’s largest business‑to‑community event, drawing more than 4,000 attendees each year. The free, family‑friendly festival brings together local businesses, organizations, food vendors, and live entertainment in a single evening designed
STREET CLOSURE/CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Chris Heggen, Assistant Director of Light & Power Phone: (540) 825-8165 June 2nd, 2026 STREET CLOSURE/CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY The Town of Culpeper Light & Power Department will have Spring Street closed between South Main Street and South West Street for equipment replacement. The work will begin Wednesday June 3rd, 2026 at 9:30pm and is expected to last until 3am on Thursday June 4th. In the case of a major weather event, this operation will be
2026 Culpeper Rodeo Company Events Sponsorship Opportunities
We invite you to become a community sponsor of Culpeper Rodeo Company events throughout the year and be part of something truly special as we continue to grow and expand. This year marks an exciting new chapter with the addition of new events and the expansion of our most beloved traditions, including Rodeo Town, the Miss Culpeper Rodeo Pageant, the elegant Boots & Bowties Ball, and the 5th Annual Culpeper Rodeo, Virginia’s largest and most anticipated rodeo experience. Each event brings families,
Culpeper Chamber of Commerce Invites Community to Submit Award Nominations for 112th Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet
The Culpeper Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for its 112th Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet, to be held on Thursday, November 5, 2026. This annual celebration recognizes the people, businesses, and organizations that make a lasting impact in the Culpeper community. Anyone in the community may nominate. Chamber membership is not required to submit a nomination, be nominated, or receive an award. Nominations are currently being accepted in the following categories:Young ProfessionalSmall
How Small Businesses Are Seamlessly Linking In-Store Charm with Online Reach
When people think of small businesses, they usually imagine storefronts with handwritten signs and owners who know every customer by name. What gets overlooked is how often those same businesses are now juggling Instagram reels, customer email flows, and in-person loyalty cards all at once. The challenge isn’t choosing between digital and physical marketing anymore, it’s figuring out how to marry the two without losing the heartbeat of the brand. There’s something really compelling that happens when you
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