Fireworks Safety Tips For July 4

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The United States has a long history of celebrating Independence Day with fireworks displays in cities across the nation. In addition to the spectacular shows put on in the night sky, many private citizens like to buy less powerful options for their own backyards or elsewhere. While the big shows... [read more]

Find These Virginia Wildflowers In Bloom This Spring

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With spring comes the beauty of blooming flowers, and Virginia certainly has its share of blooming flowers. They're all over the state, and if you can find these Virginia wildflowers in bloom this spring, they will surely delight your visual and olfactory senses alike. Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden One of central Virginia's... [read more]

Great Last-Minute Spring Break Destinations

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If you're like most people, it's long overdue. The annual spring break from school and work is a welcome respite from the toils of daily life. And if you travel to one of these great last-minute spring break destinations, you're sure to come back refreshed at the end of the... [read more]

Cold Weather Safety Tips

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Here in Fredericksburg, Virginia, it can get cold during the winter months. And when it does, it's important to remember how to keep yourself, your family, your pets, and your home safe. When you follow these cold weather safety tips it can help you get through frigid temps. Stay Warm Outside If... [read more]

5 Fun Things To Do In Fredericksburg

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  Everyone here in Fredericksburg knows what a treasure we have in this town. Nestled midway between our nation's capital and our state's capital, there's lots of history here. After all, eight U.S. presidents have hailed from Virginia. Civil War battles were fought on our soil, and so much more of... [read more]

Holiday Games That Are Fun For The Whole Family

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This time of year is about more than just opening presents and enjoying a big meal. It's about spending time together with family and friends. And a great way to do that is by playing games. Board games. Cards. Could be anything. But even if you don't have either one... [read more]

Take The Family To Fun Land Of Fredericksburg

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If there was one word you could use to sum up Fun Land it would be, well, you know, fun. Filled with several attractions, you're sure to have a great time no matter what your age. So take the family to Fun Land of Fredericksburg today. You won't be disappointed. New... [read more]

Fall Snacks Your Kids Will Love

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The air's getting cooler. Leaves are changing colors. The scent of autumn is wafting through the air. Best of all, everyone's sharing their favorite seasonal recipes. So we thought we'd share some of our favorites as well. Check out these fall snacks your kids will love! Iced Lemon Cookie Energy Balls Energy?... [read more]