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More than two weeks after a power outage set off a series of events that crippled Richmondâs water treatment plant, Virginia regulators are putting the city on notice that it may have violated state law and are launching their own investigation into what went wrong, the Richmonder reports.
âThe water crisis should never have happened and was completely avoidable,â wrote an official with the Virginia Department of Healthâs Office of Drinking Water in a notice of alleged violation issued Thursday. âThe City of Richmond could have prevented the crisis with better preparation.â
A majority of the residents who spoke during Wednesdayâs public input session about Fredericksburgâs proposed Technology Overlay District acknowledged or even supported the cityâs pursuit of data centers.
Rather, itâs the terms and timetable governing said pursuit that comprised most of their questions asked during a joint meeting of the Planning Commission and City Council.
More than one speaker noted that adjacent jurisdictions, such as Stafford County, have taken up to six months from initiating the public process to voting for a data center. By contrast, Fredericksburgâs city council first discussed a Technology Overlay District in detail on Dec. 10 and could vote on related resolutions and ordinances as early as its Feb. 25 meeting.
On Thursday, January 23, 2025, members of the Fredericksburg Fire and Rescue Water Rescue Team conducted ice rescue training at the Twin Lakes Community. This rare opportunity was made possible by the recent sustained low temperatures that allowed waterways to freeze.
âWe are rarely able to conduct this training, as the temperatures have to be low for a sustained amount of time for the waterways to freeze enough,â stated Fredericksburg Fire and Rescue in a Facebook post.
Officials caution that the ice remains dangerously thin. âAs a reminder, the ice is still not thick enough for there to be no risk of falling through. Temperatures will warm throughout the next few days, making the ice even more dangerous. Please stay off the ice and encourage others to do so as well,â they advised.
[Graphic courtesy of Prince William County Schools]The Prince William County School Board (PWCS) revised the adopted 2025-2026 school year calendar at its Jan. 22 meeting in a unanimous decision. The…
Travel to French soil and join us for a night filled with two of the most beloved French traditionsâno plane ticket required! ?
On January 25th, we invite you to experience the magic of Galette des Rois, a 700-year-old tradition celebrated across France throughout the entire month of January (and even beyond!). This sweet, almond-filled puff pastry topped with a golden crown isn’t just a treatâit’s a celebration! The lucky person who finds the fĂšve (a porcelain charm hidden in one of the slices) becomes the King or Queen for the Day, and donât worryâthere will be plenty of royalty to go around! ??
But thatâs not all! In France, Les Voeux (New Yearâs wishes) continue throughout January, often accompanied by Champagne and good cheer. Weâre bringing that festive spirit to you, with a lively evening packed with French food, wine, and music.
Whatâs in store:
Experience the passion and drama of Pucciniâs âThe Girl from the Golden Westâ.
Featuring special guest musicians from The Chesapeake Youth Orchestra,
this performance brings Pucciniâs masterpiece to life with an extraordinary cast.
