by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Apr 3, 2024 | Politics
Emily Oaks worked for years as a local journalist in this region Emily OaksEmily Oaks is set to become executive director of journalism nonprofit Foothills Forum on April 15. Veteran journalist Emily Oaks has been named the new executive director of Foothills Forum,...
by Ireland Hayes | Mar 28, 2024 | Politics
RRC-7-web.jpgConstruction of the Rappahannock Food Pantry is coming along at the Rush River Commons’ site in the Town of Washington. The Washington Town Council and Planning Commission voted unanimously Monday to refer plans for signage around Rush River Commons...
by Ireland Hayes | Mar 27, 2024 | Health, Politics
Washington Mayor Joe Whited announced Monday his recent cancer diagnosis and upcoming absence from town meetings while he undergoes treatment. “Shortly after the last council meeting, I found out that I was going to be one of 1.9 million Americans this year who were...
by Ireland Hayes | Mar 21, 2024 | Education, Local Services, Politics
Video: Fire near Washington, VirginiaVideo | Firefighters try to contain a fire next to Route 211 near the Town of Washington about 2:30 p.m. Wednesday. Thursday afternoon update: Rappahannock County Public Schools canceled school today “due to the impact of the...
by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Mar 15, 2024 | Education
Foothills Forum and the Rappahannock News are hosting a Storytelling Contest for Rappahannock County students for a chance to win up to $500. We want you to showcase your creative ability to tell a story and be featured in the Rappahannock News. Who can participate?...
