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Rappahannock library about to turn a page

Rappahannock library about to turn a page

by Ireland Hayes | Jan 8, 2025 | Art, Business, Education, Health, Local Services, People, Politics

Library trustees gearing up to fund expansion, renovation The Rappahannock County Library Board of Trustees is preparing to embark on a projected $6 million fund-raising effort to support an expansion and renovation of the public library. There’s a long way to go...

Local nonprofits awarded nearly $100,000 through Richard Lykes Rappahannock Community Fund

by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Jan 7, 2025 | Politics

The Northern Piedmont Community Foundation (NPCF) has distributed $95,000 in grants to 14 local nonprofit organizations through the Richard Lykes Rappahannock Community Fund. These grants are designed to support a range of impactful initiatives across the region,...

‘Conclave’ opens 2025 movie season, ‘Soup & Soul’ features the Tatels, ‘Bad Naturalist’ gives talk at Rapp library

by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Jan 5, 2025 | Art, Education, People, Politics

‘Conclave’ opens 2025 movie season  The new year in RAAC movies at the Little Washington Theatre opens Friday, Jan. 10 at 7 p.m. with “Conclave,” the papal suspense film starring Ralph Fiennes and directed by Edward Berger. Nominated for Best Film, the movie is drawn...

Letter: Support the real news!

by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Nov 17, 2024 | Art, Crime and Courts, Education, People, Politics

Commentaries reflect the opinion of the writer(s), not the Rapp News. Comment below or by writing a letter to the editor: [email protected]. According to a preelection poll by Ipsos, a global market research firm, there was a direct correlation between voting...

Town of Washington planners recommend denial for B&B zoning change

by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Nov 1, 2024 | Art, Business, Education, Health, Local Services, People, Politics

Rush River Commons unveils ‘concept’ for second site   The Town of Washington Planning Commission recommended denial of an application from Foster Harris House bed and breakfast to change its zoning, after hearing virtually all negative feedback from residents during...
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