Spotsylvania NAACP: Charging women in Partlow Road incident is ‘making them a victim again’
In response, Commonwealth’s Attorney Ryan Mehaffey reiterated that a special grand jury decided to charge the couple.
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Turf war: King George supervisors vote to fully fund artificial field after heated discussion
Supervisor T.C. Collins insisted the school division pay nearly half the cost for the project via the high school’s activity fund.
Spotsylvania Sheriff Harris retiring after term expires
Harris endorsed Lt. Col. Delbert Myrick as the county’s next sheriff.
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FredNats announce 2026 home games
Games on Tuesdays through Saturdays will start at 6:35 p.m. with a few exceptions.
Les Misérables coming to Richmond’s Altria Theater this week
On the 40th anniversary of its debut, epic musical is part of Broadway in Richmond series.
On the Agenda, Dec. 1-5
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
‘Brick by brick:’ Wolverines go from winless to region champions in two years
In other Fredericksburg area playoff action, Riverbend dropped an overtime heartbreaker to Stone Bridge in the Region 5D title game.
PHOTOS: North Stafford football wins Region 6B championship
Sights and scenes from the Wolverines’ 49-33 victory over the Vikings on Saturday.
To connect with Afghan students and families, FCPS chose ‘people over programs’
The school division hired three family connections liaisons through a grant from the Office of New Americans.
On time and within budget: Hartwood High School prepares to receive students next year
The facility also will contain one of Stafford’s newest specialty centers.
PHOTOS: YMCA 5K Turkey Trot
Runners took to the streets of Fredericksburg early on Thanksgiving morning, looking to get some exercise before the holiday meal.
Turf war: King George supervisors vote to fully fund artificial field after heated discussion
Supervisor T.C. Collins insisted the school division pay nearly half the cost for the project via the high school’s activity fund.
Spotsylvania Sheriff Harris retiring after term expires
Harris endorsed Lt. Col. Delbert Myrick as the county’s next sheriff.
FredNats announce 2026 home games
Games on Tuesdays through Saturdays will start at 6:35 p.m. with a few exceptions.
Les Misérables coming to Richmond’s Altria Theater this week
On the 40th anniversary of its debut, epic musical is part of Broadway in Richmond series.
On the Agenda, Dec. 1-5
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
A warm gesture: Nonprofit leaders provide blankets, meals to unhoused over Thanksgiving holiday
At events throughout the Fredericksburg area this week, Redeema Rock and Sharon Kelley coordinated with other organizations to aid those in need.
FAMPO approves Rappahannock River Crossing study
Next, crossing will undergo a NEPA study to determine its exact location.
Virginia School Board Association honors Caroline’s Kelley with advocacy award
Two Stafford School Board members also were recognized.
Release the Kraken: Residents in Caroline, Stafford discuss plan for new power line
Dominion’s proposed 70-mile transmission line would go through parts of Caroline, Spotsylvania and Stafford counties.
PHOTOS: Colonial Forge drops a heartbreaker to Woodbridge in Region 6B semifinals
Eagles rally but fall short on potential game-winning two-point conversion attempt.
Wolverines, Bears advance to region finals; Forge drops a heartbreaker
With a win at Stone Bridge next weekend, Riverbend can claim its first regional title in school history.
‘This is gonna hurt’: Falmouth Bridge replacement to begin in 2030, last three years
New bridge will include 14-foot shared-use path on southbound lanes.
Spotsylvania school officials defend handling of child sex abuse case after sentencing
A judge in Spotsylvania Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court sentenced Miguel Velasquez Velasco to 48 years in prison Friday.
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Biz Beat Roundup: Friends of the Rappahannock receives $1M gift
Also inside: New restaurants open in Stafford, warehouse development proposed, million-dollar home sales in the region
Biz Beat Banter: Nancy Moore
This week, Bill sits down with Nancy Moore, longtime managing editor of The Free Lance-Star.
Biz Beat Clips: Fearless Gluten Free Cafe
This week we take you to the new Fearless Gluten Free Cafe in downtown Fredericksburg.
Biz Beat Roundup: Large data center campus coming to Ladysmith
Also inside: New restaurant coming to former Cowboy Jack’s location, County Club names general manager, $2.4 million housing sale recorded in region
Biz Beat Banter: Cedric Rucker
This week, Bill sits down with longtime University of Mary Washington Dean Cedric Rucker on his career in education at his alma mater.
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News from B101.5/WFVA
Fredericksburg Police: Gift card scam reports increasing
Police and Adult Protective Services say scammers are using high-pressure tactics to steal money and personal information from seniors.
LISTEN: A Fredericksburg tradition hits 40–Rappahannock Rotary’s Pancake Feast
Rappahannock Rotary’s John Coker and Roy Strohl reflect on four decades of December pancakes—a tradition that almost wasn’t pancakes at all.
Hydroplane, not hit-and-run, blamed for Spotsy I-95 crash
State Police say one person has now died.
PHOTOS: Inside Toyland–A community gears up to help 900 neighbors
The Salvation Army is urging donors to return Angel Tree tags and gifts by Monday as Toyland fills with items for children, teens and seniors.
WATCH: Salvation Army reports sharp holiday need as 900 seek help
As the Angel Tree deadline approaches, the Salvation Army is calling for immediate donations—especially clothing for babies ages 0–24 months.
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