by Brandy CentolanzaNot every child has a safe, stable home environment. Some are victims of or witnesses to crimes or abuse. Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center in Fredericksburg works with law…
November 2017
Adoptive parents in Fredericksburg now have a new partner on their journey to a healthy family. In 2016, Children’s Home Society was awarded a $125,000 grant from the Virginia Department of Social…
DEBRA CAFFREYIt had been a culminating season of built-up stressors and a particularly emotional week. The tense political and societal climate was continuing to brew and make me feel hopeless and…
Fourteen-year-old Annika Natividad of Stafford excels at everything she does. She is a part of the National Junior Honor Society and Girl Scouts. She is a captain of her volleyball team, was the…
CHRISTA MELNYK HINES
When Katie Cruice Smith was researching resources to help finance the adoption of her third child, she came across a grant that would be awarded to the winner of an essay…
Why leave cash in the store? Holiday bargains are to be found, it’s just a matter of when and where to shop. When you are planning your shopping, consider waiting for these dates and save: Nov 24…
by Kimberly Blaker
Volunteering is a great way for families to make a difference in their communities and offers lots of benefits to those who volunteer their time and skills. First and foremost,…