Warner, Dems bemoan Fredericksburg VA staffing after Trump administration ‘denigrates’ workforce
Rep. Eugene Vindman said he’s tried to talk to the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs about the matter — to no avail.
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Candidate questionnaire: Bobby Orrock
Orrock is a Republican running for re-election in the House of Delegates 66th district, which includes parts of Spotsylvania and Caroline counties.
Data center gets endorsements — from both a neighbor and Stafford Planning Commission
Now, the proposed project goes before the Board of Supervisors.
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On the Agenda, Sept. 1-5
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
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 one.
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.
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.
Candidate questionnaire: Bobby Orrock
Orrock is a Republican running for re-election in the House of Delegates 66th district, which includes parts of Spotsylvania and Caroline counties.
Data center gets endorsements — from both a neighbor and Stafford Planning Commission
Now, the proposed project goes before the Board of Supervisors.
On the Agenda, Sept. 1-5
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
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 one.
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.
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.
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.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Roundup: Construction picks up on Princess Anne/Fall Hill corridor
Also inside: Mary Washington Healthcare acquires pediatric practice, fire temporarily closes downtown restaurant, homebuilder acquires 747 acres in Stafford
Biz Beat Banter: Doug Stewart
This week’s episode features local financial advisor Doug Stewart discussing his career, philanthropy, and personal challenges.
Biz Beat Clips: A look inside a William Street live-work unit
The new owners of the building at 541 William St. in Downtown Fredericksburg have opened three businesses inside the structure, which also serves as their home.
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.
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News from B101.5/WFVA
Range testing at Dahlgren; Loud noise and river access restrictions expected
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will conduct range testing the rest of the week, potentially causing loud noise in surrounding communities.
WATCH: Teens invited to explore policing in 10-week Fredericksburg Youth Academy
Starting September 15, Fredericksburg Youth Academy opens its doors to young adults ready to step into the world of law enforcement—not as spectators, but as participants.
PHOTOS: Dahlgren trail crew relocates rail car
A volunteer crew successfully relocated a 40,000-pound historic rail car along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail, with plans underway to move the caboose and construct a protective carport.
Area road work this week
For updated information, check 511Virginia.
PHOTOS: Cold-weather planting kicks off at Rappahannock Education Farm
25 volunteers planted 2,500 collard seedlings at Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak—kickstarting the fall crops that will help fight hunger across the region.
News from around Virginia
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