City proposed changes to UDO, form-based code
City also to seek proposals for adaptive re-use of Renwick Complex.
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VDOT provides updates on several Caroline road improvement projects
Smart Scale ranked improvements to U.S. Route 1 and Paige/Marye Roads No. 1 on its list of road safety priorities.
VMRC approves Caroline’s water intake facility along the Rappahannock
The matter is still in court, however, as the Rappahannock Tribe appealed DEQ’s decision to grant Caroline’s withdrawal permit application.
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St. George’s undergoes $3M accessibility makeover
Renovations aim to address structural issues while making the historic Episcopal church open to all.
COLUMN: ‘A Pirate Looks at 50’
Your columnist has aged since he last appeared in this space.
Virginia localities raise $119M for school construction through targeted sales tax
Lawmakers advanced proposals this year to give counties and cities statewide the option to levy the tax.
On the Agenda, June 22-26
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Virginia Medical Imaging sues Mary Washington Healthcare for $2.25M
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
Report: Work zone for overnight paving closed two lanes, right shoulder at time of incident.
PHOTOS: Juneteenth 2026: Celebrate the Storytellers
Market Square celebration recognizes emancipation and contributions of Black Americans.
GOP hopefuls in Virginia’s 7th District talk data centers, legislative priorities
Republicans Philip Harding, Doug Ollivant and Rick Smithers appeared at a candidate forum on Wednesday night in Fredericksburg.
VDOT provides updates on several Caroline road improvement projects
Smart Scale ranked improvements to U.S. Route 1 and Paige/Marye Roads No. 1 on its list of road safety priorities.
VMRC approves Caroline’s water intake facility along the Rappahannock
The matter is still in court, however, as the Rappahannock Tribe appealed DEQ’s decision to grant Caroline’s withdrawal permit application.
St. George’s undergoes $3M accessibility makeover
Renovations aim to address structural issues while making the historic Episcopal church open to all.
COLUMN: ‘A Pirate Looks at 50’
Your columnist has aged since he last appeared in this space.
Virginia localities raise $119M for school construction through targeted sales tax
Lawmakers advanced proposals this year to give counties and cities statewide the option to levy the tax.
Caroline Planning Commission recommends solar ordinance before new state law takes effect
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
State budget negotiators reportedly reach tentative, unofficial deal.
Group works to mine diamond lore from region’s Black community
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
Rinko is the career and technical education specialist for King George County Public Schools.
Senate budget proposal keeps data center sales tax exemption, adds new tax for industry
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
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 Â
The young mayor of Prince’s Town toured the region this week.
Stafford County community survey reveals resident likes, sparks supervisor ire
Darrell English of the Hartwood District and Crystal Vanuch of the Rock Hill District had issues with the poll.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Roundup: New amenity for Riverfront Park
Also inside: 100 homes sold in region, senior-living facility receives accolades, downtown bagel shop opens
Biz Beat Banter: Mitzi Brown
This week, Bill sits down with Mitzi Brown, co-founder of the Fredericksburg Free Press.
Biz Beat Clips: The Gauntlet Golf Club
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
Also inside: Additional tenants announced for Thornburg project, area commercial Realtor receives distinction, rezoning requested in Stafford
Biz Beat Banter: Dr. Maithreyi Sarma
Bill sits down with Dr. Maithreyi Sarma, a hematologist and medical oncologist for Mary Washington Healthcare.
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News from B101.5/WFVA
Dahlgren range testing set for Wednesday
Residents near Naval Support Facility Dahlgren may hear loud noise Wednesday as the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division conducts range testing from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
PHOTOS/WATCH: A wall of fish and history rises behind Goolrick’s
The latest addition to Fredericksburg’s public art scene is coming into focus.
WATCH: First summer ’26 storm
Weather watches and warnings preceeded a stormy Monday.
Area road work this week
For updated information, check 511 Virginia.
LISTEN: Some area Special Olympics Virginia Athletes at USA games this week
About a dozen Special Olympics Virginia athletes from the Fredericksburg area are in Minneapolis this week for Special Olympics USA games.Â
News from around Virginia
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.