Bowling Green Town Manager honored as a ‘Public Service Champion’
India Adams-Jacobs was hired as Bowling Green’s town manager in 2024 after serving in the same role in Colonial Beach.
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Collegiate Clash returns to Virginia Credit Union Stadium Tuesday
First pitch is scheduled for 5:35 p.m. as Virginia and Maryland square off in Fredericksburg for the second straight year.
On the Agenda, March 23-27
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
More news from The Free Press
D.A.R.E. basketball fundraiser brings Stafford County residents together for good cause
Thirteen county sheriff’s deputies and 14 educators competed against each other.
Bates’ heroics sends UMW to the national championship game for the first time in school history
Junior guard drains game-winning 3-pointer with 24 seconds remaining to propel the Eagles to a 64-61 victory over No. 1 ranked Trinity (Connecticut) Saturday night.
After one year, VA officials insist Fredericksburg facility going according to plan; federal officials not convinced
The VA outpatient clinic in Spotsylvania celebrated its one-year anniversary with a resource fair for veterans Friday afternoon.
Chi-Town down: Supporting cast boosts UMW to first Final Four in school history
Eagles will take on Trinity (Connecticut) in the NCAA Division III men’s basketball semifinals at 8 p.m. on Saturday.
Caroline School Board to host town hall; supervisors invited as ‘attendees’
Joint town hall hosted by Supervisor Floyd Thomas and school board member Calvin Taylor nixed in favor of schools-only event.
Stafford Education Foundation to hold Mental Health Matters 5K & Fun Run
Event will take place May 16 at Pratt Park.
Put a Stamp on it: Stafford County hires budget director
Jeffrey Stamp previously served as a fiscal manager with the Prince William County Office of Management and Budget.
PHOTOS: Spring is on the way
The spring equinox, March 20, marks official first day of the season.
Collegiate Clash returns to Virginia Credit Union Stadium Tuesday
First pitch is scheduled for 5:35 p.m. as Virginia and Maryland square off in Fredericksburg for the second straight year.
On the Agenda, March 23-27
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
D.A.R.E. basketball fundraiser brings Stafford County residents together for good cause
Thirteen county sheriff’s deputies and 14 educators competed against each other.
Bates’ heroics sends UMW to the national championship game for the first time in school history
Junior guard drains game-winning 3-pointer with 24 seconds remaining to propel the Eagles to a 64-61 victory over No. 1 ranked Trinity (Connecticut) Saturday night.
After one year, VA officials insist Fredericksburg facility going according to plan; federal officials not convinced
The VA outpatient clinic in Spotsylvania celebrated its one-year anniversary with a resource fair for veterans Friday afternoon.
‘Fast’ break: Hammad helps fuel UMW’s Elite Eight run while observing Ramadan
Junior guard hoping to celebrate both Eid and an Eagles Final Four berth this weekend.
ICE protesters speak out at Stafford County Board of Supervisors meeting
The board also heard a presentation on legislation in the Virginia General Assembly.
Mary Washington vs. University of Chicago
Eagles look to advance to the NCAA men’s basketball Final Four for the first time in school history.
Del. Nicole Cole: Voting ‘yes’ on referendum will ‘level the playing field’ in the U.S. House
Del. Phillip Scott (R-Spotsylvania) vehemently opposes the referendum, saying Virginia should not follow other states that gerrymander.
PHOTOS: Locals tap resources at Community Connections Expo
Event at Fredericksburg Expo Center featured vendors, free haircuts.
Storm causes scattered damage, but no tornadoes
Thousands still without power in region.
Olde Greenwich shooter sentenced to 25 years; sentencing delayed for one co-defendant
Jeremiah Upson expressed remorse for his actions last April, Spotsylvania Commonwealth’s Attorney Ryan Mehaffey said.
UMW hosts ‘Braver Angels’ debate about the effect of social media on democracy
Debate featured a unique format designed to promote civic discourse.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Clips: Kilwins opens in Fredericksburg
This week we take you to the new Kilwins location at 721 Caroline St. in downtown Fredericksburg and introduce you to the two sisters who own and operate it.
Biz Beat Roundup: Orthopedic clinic taking over conference space
Also inside: Fredericksburg preservation projects honored, local real estate firm opens Nashville office, thrift-store changes in Eagle Village
Biz Beat Banter: Jack Scholl (Hyperion Espresso)
This week, Bill sits down with Hyperion Espresso owner Jack Scholl to discuss Jack’s path to owning the iconic downtown business and the plans he has in store for it.
Biz Beat Clips: Stockyards Restaurant & Bar
This week we take you to the new country-and-western-themed Stockyards Restaurant & Bar in downtown Fredericksburg.
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
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News from B101.5/WFVA
LISTEN: UMW prepares for 24-Hour giving event Wed & Thursday
The University of Mary Washington is gearing up for its annual Mary Wash Day, a 24-hour fundraising event running from noon March 25 to noon March 26.
Area road work this week
For updated information, check 511Virginia.
Fake traffic ticket texts target Stafford
Traffic scam texts are hitting Stafford County, posing as official notices from Virginia’s General District Court and claiming you’ve committed a violation.
Food Bank distribution this week
Full details on the Food Bank Facebook Events Page or the free FREDFOODVA app.
WATCH: Delayed, not deterred
A winter delay turned into a springtime celebration as Empowerhouse’s Empty Bowl filled the Elks Lodge with energy and support.
News from around Virginia
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.