New podcast from the Fredericksburg Free Press probes claims made against Patawomeck Tribe by local historians.
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Wilson named interim president of Germanna Community College
VCCS: The search for a permanent replacement for the retiring Dr. Janet Gullickson will begin soon.
Stafford County leaders to host joint town hall Tuesday at Colonial Forge
The chairman and vice chairwoman of the Board of Supervisors, along with the chairwoman and vice chairwoman of the School Board, will lead the meeting.
On the Agenda, April 28-May 2
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region, plus the latest news.
I-95 southbound on-ramp to be closed for two nights in Spotsylvania County
Closures between 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. are required for construction on Route 606 widening project.
Grant will help fund therapist in Fredericksburg City Schools
The $90,000 award from the Mary Washington Hospital Foundation to RACSB will also go toward mental-health assessments.
City investigating cause of Rappahannock Canal drainage
Cause of drainage unknown, and residents could soon smell previously-submerged microorganisms.
Caroline carpentry students land major internships; Ford donates van to automotive program
Allan Myers, one of the largest construction companies in the Mid-Atlantic Region, selected three CHS students as interns, while Sheehy Ford of Ashland donated a van to the school’s automotive program.
Longtime educator, parent Andy Wolfenbarger announces candidacy for Fredericksburg City School Board
He will run for vacant Ward 1 seat in November.
WHM planning ‘a Monumental Celebration’ on May 4
Event will include historical speakers, updates on accessibility improvements.
VDOT: Route 1 traffic to shift near Mudd Tavern Road in Spotsylvania
Northbound and southbound Route 1 will be shifted to the right temporarily to provide space for crews to work on median construction.
VDH reports state’s first case of measles in 2025, with possible exposure in Fredericksburg
Patient visited a pediatric clinic in Fredericksburg on April 16.
Rappahannock named to list of America’s most endangered rivers
American Rivers report cites declining groundwater, population and development growth as issues affecting river.
On the Agenda, April 14-18
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Meeting on $12.5 million North Stafford road project to be held Monday
The project aims to improve Route 1 at Telegraph Road and Woodstock Lane, and construction will begin later this month.
Riverside offers free show to educators, first responders
Local teachers and emergency personnel can see Jesus Christ Superstar for free Friday night.
Two survive small-plane crash in Spotsylvania County
Both passengers were taken to Mary Washington Hospital with minor injuries.
I-95 southbound off-ramp closed Thursday night at Exit 126 for paving
The ramp will close from 11 p.m. Thursday to 4 a.m. Friday for paving; alternate exits are 130 or 118.
Brenda J. Russ appointed principal of Hugh Mercer Elementary School
Seasoned educator returns to city, where she was a former teacher of the year at JMHS.
On the Agenda, April 7-11
Weekly guide to public meetings across the region.
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