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Updated: ‘All suspects are in custody’ after mass shooting in Spotsylvania
Spotsylvania County and Fredericksburg City public schools are both operating on two-hour delays.
Officials: Trump administration’s VA hiring freeze impacting new Fredericksburg facility
New facility opens Monday approximately 500 employees short of capacity, U.S. Sen. Mark Warner said.
Celebrate Black History Month in the Fredericksburg region
February events highlight culture, creativity and contributions of African Americans.
Spotsylvania School Board fires Superintendent Taylor
Taylor’s controversy-filled tenure comes to an end after 5-0 vote during special meeting.
‘Like a father figure’: At Massaponax, Ludden enhanced his players’ options
Ludden, 65, quietly announced his retirement recently, after a stellar 40-year career that included 207 victories in 26 seasons at Massaponax.Â
Free Press exclusive: an interview with Spotsylvania School Board Chair Lorita Daniels
Daniels, who is in her fifth year on the board, discussed her diverse background and how it prepared her to take the reins of an embattled decision-making body that is looking to recover from two years of local, state and national scrutiny.
They worked to keep the Moss Free Clinic open. Now, they’re tasked with closing it down — as volunteers.
Despite closing on June 12, the clinic must keep its pharmacy open through July 10 per state regulations.
LISTEN: 4th of July at Ferry Farm in Stafford
Dave Muraca and Allison Ellis talk about what you’ll see and do on Friday at the annual “Fabulous 4th” at Ferry Farm in Stafford.
Updated: ‘All suspects are in custody’ after mass shooting in Spotsylvania
Spotsylvania County and Fredericksburg City public schools are both operating on two-hour delays.
Officials: Trump administration’s VA hiring freeze impacting new Fredericksburg facility
New facility opens Monday approximately 500 employees short of capacity, U.S. Sen. Mark Warner said.
Celebrate Black History Month in the Fredericksburg region
February events highlight culture, creativity and contributions of African Americans.
Spotsylvania School Board fires Superintendent Taylor
Taylor’s controversy-filled tenure comes to an end after 5-0 vote during special meeting.
‘Like a father figure’: At Massaponax, Ludden enhanced his players’ options
Ludden, 65, quietly announced his retirement recently, after a stellar 40-year career that included 207 victories in 26 seasons at Massaponax.Â
Free Press exclusive: an interview with Spotsylvania School Board Chair Lorita Daniels
Daniels, who is in her fifth year on the board, discussed her diverse background and how it prepared her to take the reins of an embattled decision-making body that is looking to recover from two years of local, state and national scrutiny.
Public meetings planned for road projects in Stafford, King George and Caroline
The meetings will be July 8, 9, and 10.
Stafford supervisors agree to apply for FEMA grant, buy two fire engines
A reminder about fireworks safety also provided some levity at Tuesday’s meeting.
Biz Beat Roundup: Fredericksburg house sells for record high
Also inside: Richmond developer eyeing former hospital, chef with DC chops details plans for downtown space, commercial brokerage re-locating offices.
LISTEN: Stafford Fire and Rescue talks fireworks safety
Deputy Fire Chief Ben Gouldman and Public Information Officer Katie Brady say 4th of July is their busiest day of the year.Â
Kaine, Warner vote no, but Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ passes U.S. Senate
Rep. Eugene Vindman, who represents the Fredericksburg area, also voted against the bill when it was taken up in the House.
Fredericksburg woman’s artwork chosen for Kennedy Center exhibit
Two of Sophia Pineda’s sumi-e watercolors on rice paper are part of Access/VSA show.
Star-spangled celebrations: Your guide to a fabulous Fourth of July in the Fredericksburg region
From Stafford to Caroline and points in-between, a full list of festivities on and about the Fourth.
Biz Beat Banter: Emmett Snead
Snead’s Farm owner Emmett Snead talks about his lifelong career in farming, his childhood growing up on a dairy farm in Fredericksburg and more.
LISTEN: Rappahannock United Way wraps up 86 years
Outgoing President Janel Donohue talks about the region with no locally run United Way–and what it means for other non-profits in the area.
LISTEN: Adopt-a-student backpack campaign in Stafford
Nikki Jackson with Stafford County Schools talks about the Empower Pack Project where the community shops for students based on school, grade level and individual preferences.
Fredericksburg home sale sets new mark
The house at 307 Amelia St. in downtown Fredericksburg has sold for $3.75 million, the highest on record for the City.
Downtown Greens receives grant for ‘community beautification’
Grant will cover planting of native plant species, installation of educational signage.
Biz Beat Clips: Allman’s BBQ
Allman’s BBQ is a Fredericksburg institution. This week, owner Matt Haney tells us about the restaurant, its history and his desire to sell it to the next owner.
City seeking junior reporter for ‘Zip Trip’ TV segment
Series will spotlight Fredericksburg’s business, culture and events on July 25.
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.
On the Agenda, June 30-July 4
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings across the region.
Press Rewind, June 23-28
Here’s what you may have missed last week, curated by the staff.
Here are some of the new state laws that will take effect Tuesday
They concern everything from cyberbullying to insurance coverage.
National champs: After setting state record, Colonial Forge relay soared to new heights
The Colonial Forge High School boys 400 meter relay team captured first-place at the New Balance Nationals Outdoor meet in Philadelphia recently.
Reframing Murphy’s law: Marine Lt. Col. graduates veterans docket
The Rappahannock Regional Veterans Treatment Docket gives service members a second chance after legal troubles.
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