Happy homecoming: Spotsylvania’s Lunsford enjoys successful debut in return to alma mater
Courtland, James Monroe, Riverbend, Caroline, Colonial Forge, Mountain View and Brooke Point also pick up victories in Week 1.
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PHOTOS: Scenes from opening night of the high school football season
Photojournalist Jeff Kearney was on the sidelines as Courtland hosted Massaponax on Friday night.
‘Ugliest piece of legislation’: Warner hopeful GOP colleagues rethink parts of Trump bill
U.S. senator says Republicans sold their souls to the president.
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Medical Arts Building re-use gets green light from City Planning Commission
The building, considered a ‘character structure’ in city’s Area 6 plan, would be adapted to house 30 apartment units.
VDOT, Spotsylvania officials hopeful traffic light signals a turning point for dangerous intersection
VDOT is installing a traffic light at the intersection of Tidewater Trail and Glendas Way, where there have been four pedestrian deaths in recent years.
Stafford supervisors look toward further scrutiny of data centers
The board scheduled a joint public hearing with the Stafford Planning Commission for Oct. 21.
Back in black — and orange: Serbay returns to coach at JM after five-year absence
Former James Monroe High School head coach Rich Serbay returns to the school he led to four state championships in a 35-year run.
Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors approve potential 2.2-million-square-foot data center campus
Supervisors Lori Hayes and Jacob Lane voted against the Hunters Ridge South project.
With memorial to Spotsylvania students nearly complete, board member questions underlying policy
School board member Lorita Daniels requested the policy regulating the memorial park be revisited.
City to move forward with crafting ordinance for neighborhood conservation districts
At her final meeting before retirement, longtime clerk Lacey feted for decades of service.
Stafford County’s newest high school will be called ‘Hartwood’
The division’s newest high school will welcome students in the fall of 2026.
PHOTOS: Scenes from opening night of the high school football season
Photojournalist Jeff Kearney was on the sidelines as Courtland hosted Massaponax on Friday night.
‘Ugliest piece of legislation’: Warner hopeful GOP colleagues rethink parts of Trump bill
U.S. senator says Republicans sold their souls to the president.
Medical Arts Building re-use gets green light from City Planning Commission
The building, considered a ‘character structure’ in city’s Area 6 plan, would be adapted to house 30 apartment units.
VDOT, Spotsylvania officials hopeful traffic light signals a turning point for dangerous intersection
VDOT is installing a traffic light at the intersection of Tidewater Trail and Glendas Way, where there have been four pedestrian deaths in recent years.
Stafford supervisors look toward further scrutiny of data centers
The board scheduled a joint public hearing with the Stafford Planning Commission for Oct. 21.
2025 Voter Guide: Stafford County
Four board of supervisors races and four school board seats are on the ballot in Stafford this election cycle.
City school board to hold special meeting Wednesday to discuss transportation issues
Wednesday’s meeting will include a period for public comment.
PODCAST: Coffee Shop Talk with Deuntay Diggs (black coffee at Anita’s Cafe)
Diggs, the current chair of the Stafford County Board of Supervisors, opens up about his childhood traumas and how he emerged as an individual who doesn’t fit preconceived molds.
Berkeley District voters to weigh three conflicting candidates in Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors race
Incumbent Kevin Marshall is seeking a third term but faces challenges from Nilofer Garza and David Goosman.
On the Agenda, Aug. 25-29
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
PHOTOS: Welcome to Fredericksburg, Eli Willits
Over the weekend, FredNats fans got an early look at Willits, 17-year-old phenom and the Washington Nationals’ top overall draft pick.
‘There is a game going on’: Two remaining Bowling Green mobile home park residents befuddled by owner’s latest moves
Sisters Viola Medley and Mildred Tufail had eviction cases dismissed on Monday in Caroline County General District Court.
Stafford Supervisor Monica Gary exits Aquia District race — again
The contest will now be between Maya Guy and Hank Scharpenberg.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Roundup: Jay’s Downtown Sports Lounge closes after losing ABC license
Also inside: Publisher Hotel earns accolade, former Goodwill HQ sold for $7.85 million, local medical school in the works?
Biz Beat Banter: Xavier Richardson
This week we sit down with longtime community and Mary Washington Healthcare leader Xavier Richardson.
Biz Beat Clips: Tales & Tails
This week we take you to Tales & Tails at 1010 Charles St. in downtown Fredericksburg. The shop caters to lovers of coffee, books and dogs.
Biz Beat Roundup: Downtown restaurant opening this weekend
Also inside: Energy-storage project proposed in Spotsylvania, community meeting for renovation of former hospital, $3.74 million home sale in area
Biz Beat Banter: Jerry Ulman
This week we sit down with Jerry Ulman to hear about his lifetime of work running Ulman’s Jewelry in downtown Fredericksburg.
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News from B101.5/WFVA
Stay tick-safe this Labor Day weekend
As we spend Labor Day weekend outdoors, the Virginia Department of Health reminds us to take precautions against ticks, which can spread illnesses like Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever.
WATCH: From closets to the classroom: Faded Foundation clothing drive
Fredericksburg’s Antoine Carey and his Faded Foundation are collecting gently used clothes through Sept. 26 to help fund books, tuition, and mentorships at the Faded & Co. Barber Academy.
LISTEN: The power of a service dog
We talk with Xander Hernandez–He received a dog earlier this year from Spotsylvania-based Leashes of Valor.
Governor orders flags at half-staff
Flags at half-staff until August 31st after the Minnesota shootings
WATCH: Bus delays and shortages blamed for difficulties to start Fredericksburg school year
Fredericksburg City School Board hears about problems that have led to major transportation problems at the start of the school year–including a new routing program, shortage of drivers and buses and new personnel in key positions.
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