Press Rewind, Sept. 1-6
Here’s what you may have missed last week, curated by the staff.
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High school football roundup: Eagles continue strong start with rout of Patriot
In other marquee area matchups, Spotsylvania defeated Massaponax and Louisa shut out Courtland.
PHOTOS: Colonial Forge football defeats Patriot
Scenes from the Eagles’ 32-7 victory over Patriot on Friday night.
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In Spotsylvania, Battlefield board of supervisors candidates find common ground
Baron Braswell and Chris Yakabouski are competing for the opportunity to serve the Battlefield District on the Spotsylvania County Board of Supervisors. But while they’re technically opponents for the second straight election cycle, they find themselves agreeing on...
Dominion proposes higher utility rates, new rate class for data centers
Planned rate hike would add $10.51 per month to residential customers’ bills starting in 2027.
Candidate questionnaire: Joshua Cole
Joshua Cole is a Democrat running for re-election in House of Delegates District 65, which includes Fredericksburg and parts of Stafford and Spotsylvania counties.
2025 Voter Guide: King George County
Early voting begins Sept. 19. Election Day is Nov. 4.
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.
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.
High school football roundup: Eagles continue strong start with rout of Patriot
In other marquee area matchups, Spotsylvania defeated Massaponax and Louisa shut out Courtland.
PHOTOS: Colonial Forge football defeats Patriot
Scenes from the Eagles’ 32-7 victory over Patriot on Friday night.
In Spotsylvania, Battlefield board of supervisors candidates find common ground
Baron Braswell and Chris Yakabouski are competing for the opportunity to serve the Battlefield District on the Spotsylvania County Board of Supervisors. But while they’re technically opponents for the second straight election cycle, they find themselves agreeing on...
Dominion proposes higher utility rates, new rate class for data centers
Planned rate hike would add $10.51 per month to residential customers’ bills starting in 2027.
Candidate questionnaire: Joshua Cole
Joshua Cole is a Democrat running for re-election in House of Delegates District 65, which includes Fredericksburg and parts of Stafford and Spotsylvania counties.
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.
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.
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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
Caroline County authorities investigate animal abuse case
A small white terrier with severe facial injuries caused by bands tightly wrapped around its muzzle was found in Caroline County, prompting a sheriff’s investigation into a suspected case of animal cruelty.
PHOTOS: Food Lion steps up for the Food Bank
Area store managers spent Friday at the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank as part of their Great Pantry Makeover Day.
WATCH: Food Lion managers get to work at the Food Bank
Food Lion managers from across the region spent Friday volunteering at the Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank, rolling up their sleeves to stock shelves, clean, and refresh the Market Fresh area.
LISTEN: Genealogy workshop this Saturday at downtown Fredericksburg library
A free genealogy workshop this Saturday at the downtown Fredericksburg library will help participants explore their family history and discover potential ties to Revolutionary War Patriots.
WATCH: Your team vs. the Fredericksburg Area Museum—Who wins?
Locked in the Fredericksburg Area Museum after your tour, your team must solve brain-teasing puzzles across multiple floors to escape.
News from around Virginia
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