Blue Ridge Choral Brings Holiday Magic with Personalized Santa Letters
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Blue Ridge Choral Brings Holiday Magic with Personalized Santa Letters CULPEPER, VA – Blue Ridge Choral is spreading holiday cheer this season with personalized letters from Santa Claus, offering families a unique way to create magical Christmas memories. Each letter arrives on beautifully decorated holiday parchment that looks straight from the North Pole Post. The letters are individually personalized for each recipient, ensuring no two are alike. Whether for children,
Fauquier Health Earns Fourth Consecutive ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information: Heidi Jameson 540.316.2605 Heidi.Jameson@FauquierHealth.org Fauquier Health Earns Fourth Consecutive ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog GroupFall 2025 national recognition is for commitment to patient safety and quality care.WARRENTON, VIRGINIA, November 13, 2025 – Fauquier Health earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,”
Smoothing the Path to “Yes”: How Small Businesses Can Remove Sales Friction
Small businesses often lose sales not because their product isn’t good — but because the buying journey feels harder than it should. Every extra email, confusing form, or unclear message is a small brick in a wall that stands between you and your customer’s “yes.”TL;DR To increase conversions and close deals faster: Identify and remove bottlenecks in your sales flow. Use clear, empathetic communication with prospects. Adopt lightweight tools that automate the dull stuff — letting customers buy
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative’s John Hewa Urges Virginia Chamber of Commerce Leaders
For Immediate Release RAPPAHANNOCK ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE'S JOHN HEWA URGES VIRGINIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LEADERS TO CHANGE THE BUSINESS OF ENERGY IN THE COMMONWEALTH Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) President and CEO John Hewa gave the keynote address at the Virginia Chamber of Commerce Infrastructure Forum on Oct. 28, 2025. “Infrastructure is the backbone of Virginia’s economic competitiveness,” said Keith Martin, Interim President and CEO of the Virginia Chamber of
Small Business Growth Playbook: Best Practices Every Owner Should Know
Launching and growing a small business is never a straight line. From setting up your company structure to earning your first loyal customers, every step brings decisions that shape your long-term trajectory. Entrepreneurs who build with foresight, adaptability, and the right tools set themselves apart. Early Foundation: Structuring for Long-Term Growth One of the first hurdles entrepreneurs face is deciding how to legally structure their business. This choice impacts taxes, liability, and
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Help Make A Child’s Christmas Wish Come True! Join us at the Alice C. Tyler Village of Childhelp by providing gifts that the children here wish for. Bring the hope and joy of the season to abused and neglected children. Every child at the Village has a Christmas list, and each item from their list has been placed on angel tags. Encourage your friends, family, coworkers, and other local businesses to join in—together, we can show these children that kindness and love are all around them. If you would like
Free Google AI Certification through COURSERA
Rappahannock Goodwill and VA Career Works are offering a FREE Google AI Essentials certification training through Coursera. Coursera is a global online learning platform that provides access to online courses and degrees from leading universities and companies. Founded in 2012 by Stanford professors Andrew Ng and Daphne Koller, it offers a wide range of massive open online courses (MOOCs), allowing anyone, anywhere to learn new skills and advance their careers. Coursera partners with over 350
The Power of Change Awards $118858 in REC member-funded grants to strenthen communities across 22 counties
Date: Oct. 30, 2025 Contact: Casey Hollins Managing Director—Communications and Public Relations (540) 891-5908, news@myrec.coop Photo: Salem Volunteer Fire Department (Culpeper) received $4,995 from The Power of Change to assist with equipping an all-terrain emergency response vehicle. For Immediate Release THE POWER OF CHANGE AWARDS $118,858 IN REC MEMBER-FUNDED GRANTS TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES ACROSS 22
Rockwater Park Splash Pad Season Closure 2025
NEWS RELEASE Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street Culpeper, VA 22701FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Environmental Services Phone: (540) 825-8671 October 24, 2025 Rockwater Park Splash Pad Season Closure The Town of Culpeper’s Rockwater Park Splash Pad will be closing for the season on Wednesday October 29, 2025. If you have questions, please call the Environmental Services Department at (540) 825- 8671.
Opportunity to showcase your business at Verdun's Holiday Event & Light Show
Verdun Adventure Bound's Holiday Event is a 2-day free community event on opening weekend 12/06/25 - 12/07/25. It includes a vendor market, free zipline rides, moonbounce, pictures with Santa, face painting, a barrel train, and more. Over 2,000 attendees are expected! Our Light Show is a ¾ mile trail of lights at Verdun in Rixeyville. Ticket holders can walk through the lights or ride a hayride over 16 total nights in December. 4,000 tickets sold in 2024 Holiday Event/Light Show Presenter Sponsor:
Culpeper Young Professionals Raise $9,357 for Culpeper County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association
Culpeper Young Professionals Raise $9,357 for Culpeper County Volunteer Fire & Rescue AssociationCULPEPER, VA – The Culpeper Young Professionals (YPs), a committee of the Culpeper Chamber of Commerce, are proud to announce that their 2025 fundraising efforts have resulted in a $9,357 donation to the Culpeper County Volunteer Fire & Rescue Association.The check presentation took place on Thursday, October 16, marking the culmination of the group’s annual fundraising initiatives, including the popular Charity
Lake Culpeper Adventures (LCA) Season Closure 2025
NEWS RELEASE Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street Culpeper, VA 22701 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Environmental Services Phone: (540) 825-8671 October 22, 2025 Lake Culpeper Adventures (LCA) Season Closure The Town of Culpeper’s Lake Culpeper Adventures will be closing for the season on Sunday October 26, 2025. If you have questions, please call the Environmental Services Department at (540) 825-8671.
Beer Hound Brewery Hosts Successful Patriot's Pursuit of Trivia Event in Celebration of Virginia's 250th Anniversary
Beer Hound Brewery Hosts Successful Patriot's Pursuit of Trivia Event in Celebration of Virginia's 250th Anniversary Downtown Culpeper brewery partners with VA250 Commission for a special trivia night honoring American Revolution history CULPEPER, VA – October 22, 2025 – Beer Hound Brewery successfully hosted Patriot's Pursuit of Trivia on Friday, October 17, drawing a strong turnout of history enthusiasts and community members for an evening celebrating Virginia's 250th anniversary of the American
Culpeper Downtown Celebrates the Season with the 2025 Christmas Parade!
Press Release For Immediate Release: October 22, 2025Culpeper Downtown Celebrates the Season with the 2025 Christmas Parade! Join the Town of Culpeper for the most magical day of the year in Downtown Culpeper! The Culpeper Christmas Parade returns Sunday, December 7, 2025, beginning at 5:00 PM, filling Main Street with holiday cheer, festive floats, and the spirit of giving. This year’s parade proceeds will benefit Wreaths Across America, an organization dedicated to remembering and honoring our nation’s
UVA Health Distributes more than $297,000 in Community Grants
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEUVA Health Distributes more than $297,000 in Community GrantsUVA Health Supports Local Nonprofits Across Northern Virginia and Culpeper Region Manassas, Va., October 16, 2025 – UVA Health integrated network of three medical centers, clinics and outpatient services across Northern Virginia and Culpeper, has awarded more than $297,000 in community grants to 38 nonprofit organizations across the region. The 2025 Community Grants Program supports organizations addressing key health
Main Street Pavement Repairs
NEWS RELEASE Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street Culpeper, VA 22701FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Anthony Schoch, Operations Manager Phone: (540) 825-0285 October 14th, 2025 Main Street Pavement Repairs The Town of Culpeper Public Works Department has scheduled a contractor to mill and overlay Main Street at two locations. The first location is at the intersection of Davis Street and the second location is at the Mountain Run Bridge. The contractor will begin the operation on Wednesday night,
Shield Your Business: Essential Legal Steps Every Small Company Should Take
Why Legal Risk Management Isn’t Optional For small business owners, legal risk can appear in many forms — from contract disputes and employee claims to data breaches and product liability. A single oversight can disrupt operations or even threaten the company’s survival. The good news: with a proactive strategy, small businesses can manage these risks effectively and create a stronger foundation for growth. This guide outlines practical, AI-assisted, and legally sound steps to protect your assets, build
Piedmont Warming Shelter - your help is needed
Dear Friends, Tonight - in this region - more than 190 people will not have a home to sleep in. They will sleep in their cars or tents or in sleeping bags nestled against a wall or bench. For most it is not a life they choose to lead but the result of a series of unfortunate circumstances. In a few weeks it will be winter, and the weather will be harsh. Temperatures will drop, winds will blow, and snow will fall, making it unsafe for anyone to be without shelter. With your help people like Tom, a
Historic Germanna to Host Salubria’s Oktoberfest & History Faire in Celebration of Culpeper’s 250th History Week
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Historic Germanna to Host Salubria’s Oktoberfest & History Faire in Celebration of Culpeper’s 250th History Week STEVENSBURG, VA — October 6, 2025 – Historic Germanna invites the community to step back in time at Salubria’s Oktoberfest & History Faire on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. at Historic Salubria in Stevensburg. Launching Culpeper’s 250th History Week and part of the statewide VA250 commemoration, the festival will transform Salubria’s historic grounds
Fauquier Health Earns Blue Distinction ® Center’s+ Designation for Excellence in Knee and Hip Replacement Surgery
News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information: Heidi Jameson 540.316.2605 Heidi.Jameson@FauquierHealth.org Fauquier Health Earns Blue Distinction ® Center’s+ Designation for Excellence in Knee and Hip Replacement SurgeryDesignation is for demonstrating quality care, treatment expertise and better overall patient outcomesWARRENTON, VIRGINIA, October 13, 2025 – Fauquier Health has been named a Blue Distinction Center+
RAPPAHANNOCK ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE DONATES $3,000 TO BLUE RIDGE AREA FOOD BANK
Date: Oct. 6, 2025 Contact: Casey Hollins Managing Director—Communications and Public Relations (540) 891-5908, news@myrec.coopRAPPAHANNOCK ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE DONATES $3,000 TO BLUE RIDGE AREA FOOD BANK Fredericksburg, Va. — Rappahannock Electric Cooperative (REC) donated $3,000 to the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank during the 4th Annual Mad Jazz & Wine Festival held Sept. 6 at Prince Michel Vineyard and Winery in Culpeper. At
Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Opens Applications for 2025 Richard Lykes Rappahannock Community Fund
Richard Lykes Rappahannock Community Fund - NPCF Applications Open only for Rappahannock County Nonprofits: Open: October 22, 2025 Close: November 12, 2025 The Northern Piedmont Community Foundation is pleased to announce that applications for the Richard Lykes Rappahannock Community Fund will be available starting October 22, 2025. This grant opportunity aims to provide much-needed funding to nonprofit organizations based in or serving Rappahannock County. This grant invites proposals for projects that
E. Spencer Street Pavement Widening at the Intersection with Nalle Place and near the Entrance to Heritage Park
NEWS RELEASE Town of Culpeper 400 S. Main Street Culpeper, VA 22701FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Anthony Schoch, Operations Manager Phone: (540) 825-0285 September 29, 2025 E. Spencer Street Pavement Widening at the Intersection with Nalle Place and near the Entrance to Heritage Park The Town Public Works will initiate widening of E. Spencer Street at the intersection with Nalle Place and near the entrance to Heritage Park, starting tomorrow, September 30, 2025. Weather permitting, the work
How to Promote an Event on a Budget (Without Sounding Like You're on One)
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Madison County, VA Businesses Must File FinCEN's BOI by 01/01/2025 Deadline to Avoid Fines!
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires businesses to report Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) to FinCEN to enhance financial transparency and deter financial crimes. As of today, November 27, 2024, Madison County, Virginia, business owners have 35 calendar days (or 25 business days) left to file their BOI report with FinCEN—don’t delay, or you could face $500 per day fines! What You Need to Do:1. Determine if Your Business Must File. Most LLCs, corporations, and small businesses
Transform Your Brand with Realness that Resonates
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