A reminder about fireworks safety also provided some levity at Tuesday’s meeting.
Stafford supervisors agree to apply for FEMA grant, buy two fire engines
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Kaine, Warner vote no, but Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ passes U.S. Senate
Rep. Eugene Vindman, who represents the Fredericksburg area, also voted against the bill when it was taken up in the House.
Press Rewind, June 23-28
Here’s what you may have missed last week, curated by the staff.
Here are some of the new state laws that will take effect Tuesday
They concern everything from cyberbullying to insurance coverage.
Press Rewind, June 16-21
Here’s what you may have missed last week, curated by the staff.
Democrat Jones carried four of five localities in Fredericksburg area
While state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi also won the party’s nod for lieutenant governor, she didn’t shine in the Fredericksburg region.
Stafford supervisors approve zoning changes, but developers press on with proposed White Oak campground
A speed and red-light camera program was also approved, as was a mixed-used development in the courthouse area.
‘Option C’ for new Rappahannock River crossing gets regional endorsement
The road would generally run from Celebrate Virginia Parkway in Stafford County, cross the river west of the quarry and connect with Gordon Shelton Boulevard in Fredericksburg.
What to know ahead of Tuesday’s Democratic primary for Lt. Gov., AG
Six candidates are the ballot for lieutenant governor, and two others will face off for the party’s nod for Virginia attorney general.
Press Rewind, June 9-14
Here’s what you may have missed last week, curated by the staff.
Developers see ‘huge win’ for their proposed White Oak campground
Opponents, however, are not giving up their fight.
Press Rewind, June 2-7
Here’s what you may have missed last week, curated by the staff.
Virginia Democrats: ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ shouldn’t be a SNAP decision
Legislators warn of impacts to local families, food banks if assistance is cut.
A point of pride: Spurred on by Diggs, Stafford officially recognizes LGBTQ diversity
The supervisors also voted to support a route for a new road and bridge over the Rappahannock River.
Press Rewind, May 26-31
Here’s what you may have missed last week, curated by the staff.
River crossing ‘Option C’ gets a passing grade from Stafford supervisors
A new river crossing west of Interstate 95 has been under consideration for more than a year.
Press Rewind, May 19-24
Here’s what you may have missed last week, curated by the staff.
In debate, Democratic candidates for lieutenant governor identify a common enemy: Trump
They’ll face off in a six-way primary June 17; early voting is underway.
Stafford supervisors raise meals tax to fund raises for school employees
The board also voted, 6-1, to have the county Planning Commission examine data center regulations.
New Rappahannock River crossing route still up in the air
A few options are still on the table for a path that would be built west of Interstate 95.
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