Spotsylvania man arrested after allegedly boarding city school bus and assaulting staff member
Jordan Cromes, 32, faces several charges following Friday morning incident that culminated with his arrest outside JMHS.
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‘From Verse to Victory:’ Caroline pastor’s 21-day devotional applies scripture to daily living
Book is available on Amazon and Walmart in paperback and digital formats.
PODCAST: Coffee Shop Talk with Joy Crump (Cappuccino and pivot to public service at Anita’s Cafe)
This month, managing editor Joey LoMonaco sits down with Joy Crump, the longtime partner and head chef at Foode, who became the first Black woman elected to Fredericksburg’s City Council this past November.
More news from The Free Press
Fredericksburg city councilors get first look at FY27 budget
A public hearing for the budget and real estate tax rate is scheduled for April 21.
Three Fredericksburg-area organizations awarded grants to reduce homelessness
The funding will go to Micah Ecumenical Ministries, Loisann’s Hope House and Empowerhouse.
Battlefield District officials in Spotsylvania hosting town hall
Event will be held at Courtland Elementary School on March 19 at 7 p.m.
Spotsylvania supervisors oppose transmission line project, collective bargaining for public workers
Board also held a moment of silence for county resident Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan, who was killed in action in Kuwait on March 1.
‘Alleviating regional congestion’: Rep. Eugene Vindman presents federal grants to Stafford, Spotsylvania
The money for transportation projects was in the appropriations bill President Donald Trump recently signed into law.
UPDATED: Expect full stops overnight on U.S. 1 near Falmouth Bridge in Fredericksburg
Starting late Thursday, all traffic will be stopped up to 15 minutes at a time to remove signs at the intersection of Princess Anne Street and Hanson Avenue.
FCPS names Obeng as new Chief Financial Officer
Most recently, Obeng served as finance director for Virginia’s Pamunkey Indian Tribe.
‘No one will want to work here’: Spotsylvania school officials leery of drug testing proposal
School board also voted unanimously to keep Friday as a teacher workday and make April 21 a student holiday.
‘From Verse to Victory:’ Caroline pastor’s 21-day devotional applies scripture to daily living
Book is available on Amazon and Walmart in paperback and digital formats.
PODCAST: Coffee Shop Talk with Joy Crump (Cappuccino and pivot to public service at Anita’s Cafe)
This month, managing editor Joey LoMonaco sits down with Joy Crump, the longtime partner and head chef at Foode, who became the first Black woman elected to Fredericksburg’s City Council this past November.
Fredericksburg city councilors get first look at FY27 budget
A public hearing for the budget and real estate tax rate is scheduled for April 21.
Three Fredericksburg-area organizations awarded grants to reduce homelessness
The funding will go to Micah Ecumenical Ministries, Loisann’s Hope House and Empowerhouse.
Battlefield District officials in Spotsylvania hosting town hall
Event will be held at Courtland Elementary School on March 19 at 7 p.m.
A new era of high school football: Three new coaches arrive in the Fredericksburg area as one big name departs
Hartwood, King George and Stafford recently announced new football coaches, while Colonial Forge’s John Brown stepped down after eight seasons.
‘Make our community safer’: Three of Del. Joshua Cole’s bills are bound for Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s desk
One bill would use Fredericksburg as a model for gun buyback programs statewide.
Spotsylvania County soldier dies in U.S.-Iran military conflict in Middle East
Army Chief Warrant Officer Three Robert M. Marzan was a 54-year-old husband and father of two.
On the Agenda, March 9-13
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
How sweet it is: Powered by second-half run, Eagles advance to Sweet 16 for second straight year
The Eagles advance to the Sweet 16 for the second season in a row. They’ll host Wisconsin-LaCrosse either Friday or Saturday.
‘Do not put me in a box:’ Daniels pushing to get on ballot for U.S. Senate primary
In a wide-ranging interview with the Free Press, Spotsylvania school board member makes her case as a viable candidate for Congress.
Massaponax unable to take flight in state semifinal setback to Pilots
Panthers’ impressive postseason run ends with a loss to Norview in Class 5 semifinals.
Eagles make quick work of Lancers to advance to NCAA second round
UMW will host Amherst College Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with a trip to the Sweet 16 on the line.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Roundup: Well-known downtown business starting project
Also inside: FAAR releases February housing data, store closing at mall, public hearing scheduled for Buc-ee’s project in Stafford
Biz Beat Banter: Al Fagan
This week, Bill sits down with Al Fagan to discuss his long business career and path to becoming president and CEO of The Oberle Academy in Fredericksburg.
Biz Beat Clips: Graze Craze
This week we take you to the new Graze Craze location in Central Park, which offers charcuterie boards for a variety of occasions.
Biz Beat Roundup: Popular franchise opens in downtown Fredericksburg
Also inside: Big-box space again available in Central Park, executive chef named for downtown eatery, restaurant closes at Spotsylvania Towne Centre
Biz Beat Banter: Fitzhugh Johnson
This week, Bill talks to local commercial real estate professional Fitzhugh Johnson about how he has overcome some personal struggles to emerge as a bright star in the local real estate scene.
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News from B101.5/WFVA
PHOTOS: Hopefully Thursday’s snow was winter’s finale
It didn’t last long but slowed us all down!
WATCH: Fredericksburg fire protection rating improves to Class 2
The City of Fredericksburg has improved its fire protection rating, earning a Class 2 Public Protection Classification from the Insurance Services Office.
Caroline High School to hold mock emergency drill April 1
Caroline High School will host a mock emergency drill on April 1, simulating a response to a potential incident at the North Anna Nuclear Power Station.
LISTEN: Sweet 16 comes to Fredericksburg as UMW takes the court
The University of Mary Washington will host the NCAA Division III men’s basketball Sweet 16 this weekend, with the Eagles taking the court Saturday night.
Navy testing could bring loud noise near Dahlgren
Residents near the Naval Support Facility in Dahlgren may hear very loud noise today and Friday as the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division conducts range testing.
News from around Virginia
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