
To avoid getting snowed under, school officials take early action
by Jonathan Hunley | Feb 12, 2025
Many school officials start checking roads at 4 a.m. when winter weather is a factor.

Spotsylvania schools budget scraps additional central office positions, provides pay increase for ITAs
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Feb 12, 2025
School board unanimously approved fiscal year 2026 operating budget and Capital Improvement Plan.

‘A shield around me’: After enduring attacks, Spotsylvania’s Mitchell receives support from Black community
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Feb 11, 2025
Mitchell: It’s been a ‘lonely’ journey as the first Black superintendent of Spotsylvania County.
More news from The Free Press

RACSB program delivers flowers, smiles on Valentine’s Day
by Kathy Knotts | Feb 11, 2025
Special RAAI program offers bouquets from ‘the best delivery people on the planet.’
Winter storm update: Heavy snow anticipated across Fredericksburg region
by Sean Sublette | Feb 10, 2025
A tiny nudge in temperature could bump accumulations as high as 7-10 inches, or as low as 3-6 inches.

UMW students show true colors at Black History Month event
by Martina Pugh | Feb 10, 2025
Annual Colors of Africa cultural event features traditional clothing, dances.

Virginia colleges and universities may be forced to livestream meetings
by Virginia Mercury | Feb 10, 2025
Representatives from Virginia Tech and the University of Mary Washington voiced support for the legislation.

FAAR ‘deeply concerned’ about King George’s proposed zoning amendments
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Feb 7, 2025
Proposed amendments to zoning and subdivision ordinance would severely limit the amount of homes on one parcel of land.

Youth Mental Health Task Force schools legislators on issues facing students
by Noelle Clark | Feb 7, 2025
Virginia State Senator Tara Durant invited the Fredericksburg City Public Schools’ Youth Mental Health Task Force to the Capitol for the Virginia General Assembly to be recognized on Wednesday, January 29.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
by Sean Sublette | Feb 7, 2025
Brace for damp and cold across the Fredericksburg Region Saturday, but a break is coming Sunday.

Spotsylvania schools budget scraps additional central office positions, provides pay increase for ITAs
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Feb 12, 2025
School board unanimously approved fiscal year 2026 operating budget and Capital Improvement Plan.

‘A shield around me’: After enduring attacks, Spotsylvania’s Mitchell receives support from Black community
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Feb 11, 2025
Mitchell: It’s been a ‘lonely’ journey as the first Black superintendent of Spotsylvania County.

RACSB program delivers flowers, smiles on Valentine’s Day
by Kathy Knotts | Feb 11, 2025
Special RAAI program offers bouquets from ‘the best delivery people on the planet.’
Winter storm update: Heavy snow anticipated across Fredericksburg region
by Sean Sublette | Feb 10, 2025
A tiny nudge in temperature could bump accumulations as high as 7-10 inches, or as low as 3-6 inches.

Local federal employees facing ‘fork in the road’
by FFP staff | Feb 6, 2025
Deferred resignation, changing telework policies affecting region’s sizable federal workforce.

Virginia lawmakers fumble bill to curb high school sports recruitment
by Virginia Mercury | Feb 6, 2025
Legislation sought to prohibit school officials from accepting money or gifts intended to sway a student’s decision to transfer for athletic reasons.

Celebrate Black History Month in the Fredericksburg region
by FFP staff | Feb 6, 2025
February events highlight culture, creativity and contributions of African Americans.

FCPS strikes gold with Silver’s $1 million donation for CTE
by Joey LoMonaco | Feb 5, 2025
The donation, which takes the form of $100,000 payments over 10 years, will fund a center for Career and Technical Education.

Stafford supervisors’ code, once a source of friction, approved quietly
by Jonathan Hunley | Feb 5, 2025
Proposed amendment targeting county employees who also serve as officials ultimately not included.

‘They’re running out of space’: Caroline School Board and supervisors weigh options to address growth
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Feb 4, 2025
According to the University of Virginia’s Weldon Cooper Center, Caroline is the fourth-fastest growing locality in Virginia, adding nearly 3,000 residents since 2020.

FCPS unveils proposed FY 2025-26 budget while pondering ‘worst-case scenarios’
by Joey LoMonaco | Feb 4, 2025
Proposed budget includes a 5% pay increase for all staff, funding gap of $5.7 million.

Hiss and tell: The Possum-bilities are endless at local gift shop fundraiser
by Noelle Clark | Feb 3, 2025
Downtown Fredericksburg gift shop will hold its third-annual Hissing Booth event on Feb. 9.
Fredericksburg Biz Beat

Biz Beat Roundup: Big-brand store opening soon in Central Park
by Bill Freehling | Feb 12, 2025
Construction starts on dog-oriented park and bar; Anticipated store opening in a few weeks in Central Park; Stafford sale eclipses $1 million.

Biz Beat Banter Episode 5: Chris Newman
by Bill Freehling | Feb 12, 2025
In this episode: Chris’ love of music, and how he continues to pursue that interest; his thoughts about becoming CEO of Mary Washington Healthcare, and his goals for the organization; how he manages his time to take on all the many commitments in his life.

Biz Beat Clips: What’s on the horizon for Stafford?
by Bill Freehling | Feb 10, 2025
Stafford County and its economic development prospects/efforts is the subject of this week’s Biz Beat Clips video.

Biz Beat Roundup: $302M land sale closes in Stafford
by Bill Freehling | Feb 5, 2025
Site work begins at Mary’s Landing; Mary Washington Healthcare acquires another local medical practice; downtown restaurant ‘steaks’ its claim on ambience

Biz Beat Clips: Monster Mini Golf
by Bill Freehling | Feb 3, 2025
This week’s Biz Beat Clips video takes you inside Monster Mini Golf in North Stafford.
News from B101.5/WFVA

LISTEN: Stratford Hall receives $835,000 state grant
by Ted Schubel | Feb 13, 2025
President Karen Daley says the money will be used for restoration efforts and to improve accessibility around the 1738 Great House.

Spotsylvania Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management rescues trapped kitten before the snow arrives
by Ted Schubel | Feb 12, 2025
Kitten had been trapped in a culvert under a driveway for days.

PHOTOS: The storm moves off
by Ted Schubel | Feb 12, 2025
You’re waking up to slushy main roads, snow covered side roads until the temps rise and the rain somes.

WATCH: Snow in Spotsy
by Ted Schubel | Feb 11, 2025
Watching the snow fall on snowy day in Spotsy.

LISTEN: Keeping warm. Saving money
by Ted Schubel | Feb 11, 2025
Rochelle Sommer with Virginia Energy Sense talks about ways to button up your house.
News from around Virginia



Concerts at St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church

Join us for wonderful concerts in our Sanctuary! All are welcome at these free events.


Experience the story of Elvis Presley’s rise to fame, showcasing his early career and the creation of his iconic sound.
Ticket Information:
- Dinner and Show Tickets:
- Adult: $82 (plus applicable taxes)
- Seniors (65+): $77 (plus applicable taxes)
- Children (3-17): $70 (plus applicable taxes)
- Military Discount (limit 4 tickets with ID): $77 (plus applicable taxes)
- Show Only Tickets:
- Adult: $65
- Seniors (65+): $60
- Children (3-17): $55
- RUSH (same day purchase, limited availability, must mention RUSH): $35
Please note that there is a $5.00 online processing fee added per ticket.

Free Guided Woodland Hikes

Conducted on the last Sunday of the month by Virginia Master Naturalists, these informative hikes cover a mile of trails in both woodlands and fields and also touch on the historic ruins of Belmont’s past. Meet outside the Visitor Center. Sturdy footwear is advised; no pets, please.
Year-round program
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.