Special market held in Hurkamp Park highlights creative spirit of children, teens.
Young entrepreneurs get down to business at Children’s Market
read more
Great minds dink alike: Pickleball finds fans in region
Pickleball is a sport that combines table tennis, badminton, and tennis, and it has caught on locally.
Newest Eagles leave parents’ nests, settle in as UMW freshmen
The University of Mary Washington held move-in day on Wednesday for its incoming freshman class.
MWHC’s new midwifery program aims to deliver an ‘intimate’ birthing experience
Mary Washington Healthcare has established a Midwifery Program employing seven certified nurse midwives at its two OB-GYN locations.
FOODE awarded $50,000 grant as part of ‘Backing Historic Small Restaurants’ program
Funds from the grant will go toward rejuvenating the restaurant’s historic home on Princess Anne Street, which was constructed in 1819.
‘Female Husbands’ book talk to be held at Fredericksburg Area Museum
Dr. Jen Manion will discuss her book, ‘Female Husbands: A Trans History’ on Saturday from 2-4 p.m.
Animal shelters having a ruff go of it
Corgi Clay Art Center to host sweet fundraiser for Stafford Animal Shelter.
Fredericksburg’s French connection: Students exchange culture and discovery
Students from Frejus, France experience a glimpse into life in Fredericksburg.
City, UMW unveil on-campus stops for U.S. Civil Rights Trail
The five on-campus stops highlight local figures that contributed to the Civil Rights Movement.
City officials unveil sign showing location of new fire station
Fredericksburg Fire Department’s Fire Station No. 3 to be built at intersection of Fall Hill Avenue and Wicklow Drive.
Your guide to the Fourth of July in the Fredericksburg area
A comprehensive list of local festivities and fireworks on Independence Day.
‘Embrace Your Pride’ during event at Riverfront Park on Saturday
Pride march through downtown begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by festival.
Always Flavored offers a saucy option for downtown diners
Always Flavored reopened its doors at its downtown Fredericksburg location on June 21.
Voting locations across the Fredericksburg area
Find a comprehensive list of polling precincts for Tuesday’s primary elections.
Fredericksburg mom, Marine veteran takes dogged approach to living with PTSD
Kerry Bering received a fully-certified service dog through K9 for Warriors, an American charity and veterans service organization whose mission is to help veterans suffering from PTSD return to their normal lives.
Downtown coffee shop announces partial closure
Katora Coffee, a safe haven for the LGBTQIA+ community, announces a change of direction.
Compassionate Friends say goodbye to loved ones with butterfly release
Nonprofit supports grieving families.
Students celebrate paper drive with pizza party
Paper recycling pilot program at Hugh Mercer Elementary School a success.
Crisis Through the Hoop takes a shot at increasing mental health awareness
Tournament held at James Monroe High School fuses competition, coping strategies.
Little (window) shop of horrors: Bizarre display has antiquarians tongue-tied
Bizarre object catches the eye in antique store window front in downtown Fredericksburg.
Fredericksburg Free Press Founding Corporate Supporters
