The Democrat now serves the 7th District, but that could change if political boundaries are redrawn.
Rep. Eugene Vindman announces re-election campaign — but in 1st Congressional District
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Caroline Historical Society seeking students from the 1969-70 school year
A community conversation will be held on May 3 at 3 p.m. at the Caroline Community Services Center, telling the story of when all county schools were integrated.
Fredericksburg Arts Commission art supply drive to benefit Empowerhouse
Drive developed as a community-based initiative to expand access to creative tools for organizations providing arts programming to individuals with limited resources.
Cynthia “Cindie” Jane Aller Kelly
Cynthia Jane (Aller) Kelly, a true teacher and lifelong resident of Fredericksburg, Va., set off on her last trip on February 7, 2026, at the age of 68 after a multi-year battle with cancer. She departed from her home surrounded by family. Cindie is survived by her...
Fredericksburg Free Press now accepting legal notices
Once relegated to print-only newspapers, legal notices can now be published by online-only news organizations in Virginia.
Audrey Ann Stanley
Audrey Ann Stanley, 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center in Spotsylvania, Virginia. She was born July 31,1939, in Alexandria, Virginia, to Melvin Bernhardi Ayres and Audrey Irene Hicks....
Caroline hires Bullock to lead parks and recreation department
Louisa County native replaces Donnell Howard, who recently retired after serving 36 years.
On the Agenda, Feb. 9-13
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
On the Agenda, Feb. 2-6
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Fredericksburg-area closings and delays
A roundup of school and government weather-related closures and delays.
Fredericksburg Nationals announce 2026 coaching staff
Manager Chris O’Neill leads a staff of seven newcomers to the Washington organization.
UPDATED: Fredericksburg, Stafford schools offering free meals to students
Renatos, a downtown Fredericksburg restaurant, also will provide free pasta meals for children between 3-6 p.m.
New display at NMMC honors Marine Corps football
The Marine Corps fielded 13 of the most talented football teams in the country and produced 21 All-Pro NFL players.
Updated storm alerts: Here’s the latest information for the Fredericksburg area
Closures and delays around the region for Wednesday, Jan. 28.
Fredericksburg City Public Schools names David Ferguson as new Director of Operations
Ferguson, who starts Jan. 28, brings more than 22 years of experience in public education to the position.
UPDATED: On the Agenda, Jan. 26-30
Scheduling updates to public meetings in the region have been added.
Winter storm alerts: Here’s the latest information for the Fredericksburg area
Post has been updated with weather-related closures for Monday.
Stafford schools Superintendent Daniel Smith appointed to military-children state council
Selection reinforces the county’s commitment to military students and families, the division said.
On the Agenda, Jan. 19-23
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Stafford County schedules public listening session on Dominion’s Kraken
The meeting will be Jan. 29 at Brooke Point High School.
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