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Consulting firm outlines fire and rescue challenges

by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Aug 25, 2023 | Business, Health, Local Services, Politics

“Shifting to a ‘we’ instead of a ‘me’ mindset” critical for the future, say some of those interviewed A consulting firm hired by the county to help develop a vision for how Rappahannock shapes its fire and rescue system unveiled its first report Tuesday at a joint...
Belle Meade camp delighting children for 30 years

Belle Meade camp delighting children for 30 years

by Julia Shanahan | Jul 26, 2023 | Education, Politics

Nestled in the foothills with a view of Old Rag, Susan Hoffman and Mike Biniek have been hosting a summer camp at their Belle Meade Farm for 30 years and show no signs of slowing down. The camp, which has several two-week sessions each summer, sees dozens of kids as...
Commentary: Storytelling Contest winner: ‘I haven’t felt this confident in my abilities in such a long time’

Commentary: Storytelling Contest winner: ‘I haven’t felt this confident in my abilities in such a long time’

by Foothills Forum Staff Report | Mar 27, 2023 | Art, Education

Comment articles reflect the opinion of the writer(s), not the Rapp News. Comment below or by writing a letter to the editor: [email protected]. Initially, I didn’t want to do this contest, yet I had everything planned out. I knew I wanted to create something...
Among the last in Virginia to adapt, Rappahannock tentatively introduces GIS mapping

Among the last in Virginia to adapt, Rappahannock tentatively introduces GIS mapping

by Bob Hurley | Nov 23, 2021 | Business, Politics

Concerns about developers, privacy may limit public access Ever wonder how your Rappahannock County neighbor’s property is zoned? Do you live in a floodplain? Worried your property boundary might not be accurately reflected on tax maps? Which fire and rescue company...
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