‘No more tears:’ Hall’s steady hand guides Wolverines from despair to state title brink
The fourth-year head coach will lead North Stafford against Oscar Smith on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. in the Wolverines’ quest for their — and Stafford County’s — first football state championship.
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Stafford residents and school board members worry about ‘Kraken’ project
At meetings this week, elected officials expressed concern about proposed route.
Second time not the charm for proposed Gateway Boulevard data center
Like in July, Planning Commission unanimously recommends disapproval of project.
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Fredericksburg Food Co-Op launches Community Cash program
New program replaces Carrot Cash, which ran afoul of USDA’s equal protection provision.
Spanberger taps Del. Candi Mundon King as Virginia’s next secretary of the commonwealth
The Democratic lawmaker represents part of Stafford County.
PODCAST: Coffee Shop Talk with Eto Otitigbe (Dirty Chai at Agora Downtown Coffee Shop)
This month, host Joey LoMonaco sits down with Eto Otitigbe, an MIT-educated engineer-turned-artist who has spent the past year designing an installation at the intersection where a slave auction block once stood in downtown Fredericksburg. Find it wherever you get...
Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors approves data center design standards, but they may be short-lived
However, with a new supervisor coming aboard in January, the board’s stance on data centers is expected to change.
City schools name Brendon Albon as new chief academic officer
Veteran educator most recently served as assistant superintendent for the Virginia Department of Education.
City council votes to release $6 million in previously-held back funds
Also: red-light camera program gets final green light.
Recount confirms Yakabouski’s victory in Spotsylvania’s Battlefield District
Incumbent, current board chair holds off challenger Baron Braswell by 16 votes.
DEQ approves Caroline’s application for Rappahannock River withdrawal
Newly-issued permit allows the county to withdraw 9 million gallons per day for municipal use.
Stafford residents and school board members worry about ‘Kraken’ project
At meetings this week, elected officials expressed concern about proposed route.
Second time not the charm for proposed Gateway Boulevard data center
Like in July, Planning Commission unanimously recommends disapproval of project.
Fredericksburg Food Co-Op launches Community Cash program
New program replaces Carrot Cash, which ran afoul of USDA’s equal protection provision.
Spanberger taps Del. Candi Mundon King as Virginia’s next secretary of the commonwealth
The Democratic lawmaker represents part of Stafford County.
PODCAST: Coffee Shop Talk with Eto Otitigbe (Dirty Chai at Agora Downtown Coffee Shop)
This month, host Joey LoMonaco sits down with Eto Otitigbe, an MIT-educated engineer-turned-artist who has spent the past year designing an installation at the intersection where a slave auction block once stood in downtown Fredericksburg. Find it wherever you get...
Spotsylvania adding weapons detection systems to all seven middle schools
During Monday meeting, the Spotsylvania NAACP presented an award to Superintendent Clint Mitchell commending him for the way he handled an inquiry about his immigration status, credentials.
No way to go home? Nonprofits steel themselves for proposed HUD changes
Empowerhouse and Micah Ecumenical Ministries expect to see cuts under new funding formula.
On the Agenda, Dec. 8-12
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
PHOTOS: North Stafford vs West Springfield
North Stafford Wolverines head to state championship.
High school football: Wolverines get defensive to reach first state title game in 21 years
North Stafford will go for its first-ever state championship when it takes on powerhouse Oscar Smith in the Class 6 title game next Saturday at James Madison University.
‘It won’t be moved’: Otitigbe, Sims show progress on auction block memorial
Memorial to include timeline, bricks honoring the names of enslaved persons sold there.
With star Sullivan sidelined for state semifinal, Wolverines confident in other ‘Jimmys and Joes’
North Stafford will host West Springfield Saturday in an attempt to reach the state title game for the first time since 2004.
UMW to add Master of Science in Nursing degree next year
New graduate program will prepare nurses for leadership roles in clinical practice, education and healthcare systems.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Roundup: New restaurant and bar coming to William Street
Also inside: Landscape architect unveils plan for Mary Washington Monument, local brewery closing at end of year, family-oriented business opens at Spotsylvania Towne Centre
Biz Beat Banter: Susan Spears
This week, Bill sits down with Susan Spears, president and CEO of the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce.
Biz Beat Clips: River & Roots Collective
This week’s video takes you to River & Roots Collective, a new gift and coffee shop inside a historic Falmouth building.
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.
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News from B101.5/WFVA
WATCH: Miss Volunteer Virginia visits Fredericksburg to promote service and giving
Miss Volunteer Virginia highlighted the importance of community involvement in sustaining the Fredericksburg Salvation Army’s work, especially during the holiday season.
LISTEN: Candlelight Tour has a history site focus this weekend
The Historic Fredericksburg Foundation’s 55th Christmas Candlelight Tour returns this weekend–Preservationist Danae Peckler and Board Member Debbie Pederson with a preview.
PHOTOS: Wreaths Across America comes to Fredericksburg
More than one thousand wreaths delivered to Oak Hill Cemetery on Thursday morning.
LISTEN: FAMFaire this Saturday in Market Square
Stacy Combs with the Fredericksburg Area Museum previews the 10-4:30 event.
PHOTOS: Cold, wind don’t stop SAWs-Virginia ramp build in King George
In harsh winter conditions, a six-person SAWs-Virginia crew completed a new accessibility ramp.
News from around Virginia
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