COLUMN: ‘A Pirate Looks at 50’
by Jonathan Hunley | Jun 22, 2026
Your columnist has aged since he last appeared in this space.
Virginia localities raise $119M for school construction through targeted sales tax
by Virginia Mercury | Jun 22, 2026
Lawmakers advanced proposals this year to give counties and cities statewide the option to levy the tax.
On the Agenda, June 22-26
by FFP staff | Jun 22, 2026
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
More news from The Free Press
Virginia Medical Imaging sues Mary Washington Healthcare for $2.25M
by Adele Uphaus | Jun 20, 2026
MWHC spokesperson: The suit, which alleges breach of contract, is ‘financially motivated’ and ‘has nothing to do with patient care.’
NTSB report: Bus continued for nearly half a mile after first colliding with traffic in work zone
by FFP staff | Jun 19, 2026
Report: Work zone for overnight paving closed two lanes, right shoulder at time of incident.
PHOTOS: Juneteenth 2026: Celebrate the Storytellers
by Tyrone Brown | Jun 19, 2026
Market Square celebration recognizes emancipation and contributions of Black Americans.
GOP hopefuls in Virginia’s 7th District talk data centers, legislative priorities
by Jonathan Hunley | Jun 19, 2026
Republicans Philip Harding, Doug Ollivant and Rick Smithers appeared at a candidate forum on Wednesday night in Fredericksburg.
Caroline Planning Commission recommends solar ordinance before new state law takes effect
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Jun 19, 2026
A new state law takes effect on July 1 that would permit a battery storage facility by-right if it accompanies a solar project.
Virginia House, Senate to meet Monday as budget deadline inches closer
by Virginia Mercury | Jun 19, 2026
State budget negotiators reportedly reach tentative, unofficial deal.
Group works to mine diamond lore from region’s Black community
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Jun 18, 2026
Fredericksburg Nationals President Seth Silber, area history enthusiast Eunice Haigler are planning a documentary and a book detailing the legacy of Black baseball teams in the region.
King George’s Rinko is Work-Based Learning Professional of the Year
by FFP staff | Jun 18, 2026
Rinko is the career and technical education specialist for King George County Public Schools.
Virginia localities raise $119M for school construction through targeted sales tax
by Virginia Mercury | Jun 22, 2026
Lawmakers advanced proposals this year to give counties and cities statewide the option to levy the tax.
On the Agenda, June 22-26
by FFP staff | Jun 22, 2026
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Virginia Medical Imaging sues Mary Washington Healthcare for $2.25M
by Adele Uphaus | Jun 20, 2026
MWHC spokesperson: The suit, which alleges breach of contract, is ‘financially motivated’ and ‘has nothing to do with patient care.’
NTSB report: Bus continued for nearly half a mile after first colliding with traffic in work zone
by FFP staff | Jun 19, 2026
Report: Work zone for overnight paving closed two lanes, right shoulder at time of incident.
PHOTOS: Juneteenth 2026: Celebrate the Storytellers
by Tyrone Brown | Jun 19, 2026
Market Square celebration recognizes emancipation and contributions of Black Americans.
Senate budget proposal keeps data center sales tax exemption, adds new tax for industry
by Virginia Mercury | Jun 18, 2026
Proposal adds a tiered tax for the industry that targets diesel generators and would generate $1.8 billion for the state.
Kicking into high gear: Fred City founders aim to begin USL season in 2027
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Jun 18, 2026
Franchise nearing agreement to play its games at the University of Mary Washington starting in May 2027.
Ghanaian mayor of Sister City makes first visit to Fredericksburg
by Sarah Artin | Jun 17, 2026
The young mayor of Prince’s Town toured the region this week.
Stafford County community survey reveals resident likes, sparks supervisor ire
by Jonathan Hunley | Jun 17, 2026
Darrell English of the Hartwood District and Crystal Vanuch of the Rock Hill District had issues with the poll.
Stafford County to hold meetings on Comprehensive Plan
by FFP staff | Jun 16, 2026
The county is in the process of updating the document, which serves as a blueprint for development.
Spanberger, legislators roll out retail weed plan, set to launch in July 2027
by Virginia Mercury | Jun 16, 2026
State sales tax on retail weed will be 6% to start and rise to 8% in 2029, while retail locations to be capped at 350 statewide.
Virginia Marine Resources Commission sets public hearing on Caroline water intake facility
by FFP staff | Jun 16, 2026
Hearing will take place next Tuesday at 9:30 a.m. at the VMRC’s main office.
Healthy Generations Area Agency on Aging joins senior cool care program
by FFP staff | Jun 16, 2026
Program provides fans and/or air-conditioning units to qualified seniors.
Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Banter: Mitzi Brown
by Bill Freehling | Jun 23, 2026
This week, Bill sits down with Mitzi Brown, co-founder of the Fredericksburg Free Press.
Biz Beat Clips: The Gauntlet Golf Club
by Bill Freehling | Jun 22, 2026
This week we talk to the new owner of The Gauntlet Golf Club in Stafford County about his plans for the course.
Biz Beat Roundup: Area housing prices hit new high
by Bill Freehling | Jun 17, 2026
Also inside: Additional tenants announced for Thornburg project, area commercial Realtor receives distinction, rezoning requested in Stafford
Biz Beat Banter: Dr. Maithreyi Sarma
by Bill Freehling | Jun 16, 2026
Bill sits down with Dr. Maithreyi Sarma, a hematologist and medical oncologist for Mary Washington Healthcare.
Biz Beat Clips: Amazon in Stafford, Part Two
by Bill Freehling | Jun 15, 2026
This week, we wrap up a two-part series taking viewers inside Amazon’s two large Stafford warehouses on Centreport Parkway.
Sponsored Content
SPONSORED CONTENT: Community baby shower connects families with resources
by Mary Washington Healthcare | May 31, 2026
Free event provides a one-stop resource hub for families preparing to welcome a child.
SPONSORED CONTENT: You are not alone
by Mary Washington Healthcare | May 3, 2026
A message to mothers about mental health.
SPONSORED CONTENT: CareerPath program promises direct connection to real jobs
by Sponsored Content | Apr 23, 2026
Goodwill answers top questions about new program.
SPONSORED CONTENT: Mary Washington Pulmonology brings advanced lung care to Fredericksburg
by Mary Washington Healthcare | Mar 29, 2026
Early diagnosis is one of the most powerful tools to treat lung disease.
SPONSORED CONTENT: The life-saving power of colonoscopies
by Mary Washington Healthcare | Mar 1, 2026
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.
News from B101.5/WFVA
PHOTOS/WATCH: A wall of fish and history rises behind Goolrick’s
by Ted Schubel | Jun 23, 2026
The latest addition to Fredericksburg’s public art scene is coming into focus.
WATCH: First summer ’26 storm
by Ted Schubel | Jun 23, 2026
Weather watches and warnings preceeded a stormy Monday.
Area road work this week
by Ted Schubel | Jun 22, 2026
For updated information, check 511 Virginia.
LISTEN: Some area Special Olympics Virginia Athletes at USA games this week
by Ted Schubel | Jun 22, 2026
About a dozen Special Olympics Virginia athletes from the Fredericksburg area are in Minneapolis this week for Special Olympics USA games.
Food Bank distribution this week
by Ted Schubel | Jun 21, 2026
Full details on their Facebook Events Page or the free REDFOODVA app–Come once a week for Drive-Thru or Walk-Up distributions.
News from around Virginia
FREE Music Bingo For A Cause – Supporting KG HS Athletics Dept.

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Jonathan Turley author of Rage and the Republic presented by The Virginia Forum

Note: tickets only sold through The Virginia Council. $30 general, $75 VIP reception with author (5:45)
https://thevirginiacouncil.org/event/jonathan-turley-virginia-forum
Enjoy an engaging evening with Jonathan Turley as he explores his book, Rage and the Republic.
In 1776, two revolutions were born from the same ideals of liberty. One became the world’s oldest democracy. The other collapsed into the Terror. On America’s 250th anniversary, Professor Turley brings this urgent story to Virginia — exploring what separates a republic that endures from one that devours itself.
Professor Jonathan Turley is a nationally recognized legal scholar who has written extensively in areas ranging from constitutional law to legal theory to tort law. He has written over three dozen academic articles that have appeared in a variety of leading law journals at Cornell, Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Northwestern University of Chicago, and other schools. He is the author of the best-selling and award-winning book, The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage (Simon & Schuster 2024), and his latest best-seller, Rage and the Republic: The Unfinished Story of the American Revolution (Simon & Schuster 2026), debuted as #2 on the New York Times bestseller list.
In 2024, the Washingtonian featured Professor Turley as one of the most influential persons in public policy in its annual review. He is also a nationally recognized legal commentator. Professor Turley was ranked 38th in the top 100 most cited “public intellectuals” (and second most cited law professor) in the study by Judge Richard Posner.
Professor Turley was called the “dean of legal analysts” by the Washington Post, who has worked for various networks and newspapers for over three decades. He is currently the legal analyst for Fox News. He has previously worked as a legal analyst for NBC, CBS, BBC, and Fox News. He is also a columnist for USA Today, The Hill, and other national newspapers. Professor Turley’s columns on legal and policy issues appear regularly in national publications with hundreds of articles in such newspapers as the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, and Wall Street Journal. His award-winning blog is routinely ranked among the most popular legal blogs.
Jonathan Turley author of Rage and the Republic presented by The Virginia Forum

Note: tickets only sold through The Virginia Council. $30 general, $75 VIP reception with author (5:45)
Enjoy an engaging evening with Jonathan Turley as he explores his book, Rage and the Republic.
In 1776, two revolutions were born from the same ideals of liberty. One became the world’s oldest democracy. The other collapsed into the Terror. On America’s 250th anniversary, Professor Turley brings this urgent story to Virginia — exploring what separates a republic that endures from one that devours itself.
Professor Jonathan Turley is a nationally recognized legal scholar who has written extensively in areas ranging from constitutional law to legal theory to tort law. He has written over three dozen academic articles that have appeared in a variety of leading law journals at Cornell, Duke, Georgetown, Harvard, Northwestern University of Chicago, and other schools. He is the author of the best-selling and award-winning book, The Indispensable Right: Free Speech in an Age of Rage (Simon & Schuster 2024), and his latest best-seller, Rage and the Republic: The Unfinished Story of the American Revolution (Simon & Schuster 2026), debuted as #2 on the New York Times bestseller list.
In 2024, the Washingtonian featured Professor Turley as one of the most influential persons in public policy in its annual review. He is also a nationally recognized legal commentator. Professor Turley was ranked 38th in the top 100 most cited “public intellectuals” (and second most cited law professor) in the study by Judge Richard Posner.
Professor Turley was called the “dean of legal analysts” by the Washington Post, who has worked for various networks and newspapers for over three decades. He is currently the legal analyst for Fox News. He has previously worked as a legal analyst for NBC, CBS, BBC, and Fox News. He is also a columnist for USA Today, The Hill, and other national newspapers. Professor Turley’s columns on legal and policy issues appear regularly in national publications with hundreds of articles in such newspapers as the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, and Wall Street Journal. His award-winning blog is routinely ranked among the most popular legal blogs.
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