Dismissed and distraught, local federal employees increasingly seek therapy
Spotsylvania County therapist Dr. Bridgette Williams said she’s seen an uptick in clients since the Trump administration began layoffs of federal employees in January.
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Finn announces run for full Ward 3 city council term
Former chair of the Fredericksburg Planning Commission, appointed to city council on a temporary basis this spring, will run to represent Ward 3 for a full term this fall.
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Stafford County schools to open kindergarten registration Monday
Parents and guardians of children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 30 are encouraged to complete the online registration process.
Live from New York, it’s Tim Kaine!
Virginia’s junior U.S. senator recalled being on the show when he was in Fredericksburg recently.
Turnovers sting Jackets, who fall to Lord Botetourt in Class 3 championship
James Monroe got out to a 29-33 halftime lead but scored just five points in the third quarter en route to a 49-44 defeat.
PHOTOS: James Monroe girls’ basketball team falls in state championship game
The Yellow Jackets’ perfect season ended Saturday with a 49-44 loss to Lord Boutetort in the Class 3 finals.
Stacey Carroll enters race against Paul Milde for Virginia’s 64th House District
Democrat is a foster mother, member of National Guard and community advocate.
Community Connections Expo returns to offer essential services to those in need
Event offering haircuts, health screenings, clothing distribution and access to food will be held March 18.
Rolling up their sleeves: Stafford officials continue work on budget
How much local funding will go to education and whether the real-estate tax rate will increase is unclear.
VDOT: Railroad maintenance to close Paige Road in Caroline County
It will be shut down to through traffic at the railroad crossing between the Mattaponi River bridge and Roy Brooks Lane.
Finn announces run for full Ward 3 city council term
Former chair of the Fredericksburg Planning Commission, appointed to city council on a temporary basis this spring, will run to represent Ward 3 for a full term this fall.
Stafford County schools to open kindergarten registration Monday
Parents and guardians of children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 30 are encouraged to complete the online registration process.
Live from New York, it’s Tim Kaine!
Virginia’s junior U.S. senator recalled being on the show when he was in Fredericksburg recently.
Turnovers sting Jackets, who fall to Lord Botetourt in Class 3 championship
James Monroe got out to a 29-33 halftime lead but scored just five points in the third quarter en route to a 49-44 defeat.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Brace for a windy and warm weekend, ending with storms.
MWHC, RAHD release draft of 2025 Community Health Assessment
Affordable housing, behavioral health and access to providers are among the top issues affecting health across the Fredericksburg area.
‘Business as usual’ as JM girls attempt to complete perfect season
Jackets aiming for the program’s first girls basketball state championship as they take on Lord Botetourt in the Class 3 state championship game Saturday at 11 a.m. at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Siegel Center.
Spotsylvania finance staff provides ‘depressing’ forecast of potential federal cuts
Board of supervisors voted 5-2 to approve County Administrator Ed Petrovich’s proposed budget and real estate tax rate.
Arena lights to Friday nights: Dawes brings pro experience to Chancellor
Former Culpeper standout inherits a Chargers program that has won just five games in the past three seasons.
Caroline School Board presents $2.2 million budget shortfall to supervisors
In other business, the supervisors voted to enter a Rural Transportation Advisory Committee with King George County.
Cinderella Eagles look to continue improbable run in Sweet 16
UMW will face No. 8 Emory (Ga.) University Friday at 4:45 p.m. at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut.
City manager’s recommended budget includes 3-cent real estate tax increase
Budget calls for a general fund balance of $136.75 million, a 6.9% increase from the adopted FY 2025 budget.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Clips: La Tingeria
This week’s Biz Beat Clips video takes you to La Tingeria, an award-winning Mexican restaurant in the Southpoint area of Spotsylvania County.
Biz Beat Roundup: Trio of $3M-plus homes on market in Fredericksburg
Also inside: new ownership for downtown restaurant; field at UMW’s Battleground gets a new namesake; local housing market ‘abuzz with uncertainty.’
Biz Beat Banter Ep. 6: Janet Gullickson
Germanna Community College President Janet Gullickson is the guest on this month’s Biz Beat Banter podcast.
Biz Beat Clips: Robin’s Nest Cafe
This week’s Biz Beat Clips video takes you to the Robin’s Nest Cafe at Shannon Airport, where you can dine while watching planes take off and land.
Biz Beat Roundup: Richmond Fed VP eyeing impact of federal cuts in Stafford
Long-awaited Central Park store opening this week; 112 homes sold in region; local business expansion draws publicity from Governor’s Office
News from B101.5/WFVA
Area road work this week
Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says you’re welcome to come by for food assistance once a week, whether you choose a drive-thru, walk-up, or fresh market distribution.
WATCH: Spring arrives at Rappahannock Education Farm
Nothing says we’re on the verge of spring like the words PLANTING DAY!
PHOTOS: Planting day at Rappahannock Education Farm
3 hours, one thousand cabbage seedlings.
LISTEN: Don’t press your luck on St. Patrick’s Day
Kurt Erickson talks about Sober Ride–soberride.com–as an option to get home safely this weekend or on Monday.
News from around Virginia
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.