City Manager Bev Cameron is retiring on June 30, 2016.
City Council Meeting to Begin Process of Hiring New City Manager
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VRE To Suspend Service Without PTC Extension
The Northern Virginia and the Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commissions, owners of VRE, will discuss the issue at their November 5 meetings.
Favorite Downtown Boutique Leaves Fredericksburg
Very little notice was given, and many loyal customers were caught off-guard and saddened.
How to Hire and Retain the Right Talent Lecture at UMW
By Alex Spence, University of Mary Washington (UMW). Photo provided by UMW.
Dave Carey, co-founder and president of ROI Training, will speak at the University of Mary Washington (UMW) on how businesses can hire and retain the right talent.
5 Names Added to Fredericksburg Wall of Honor
The Wall of Honor was established to recognize people who have made significant contributions to Fredericksburg.
John Sechrest Brings Global Experience to Fredericksburg Startups
By Susan Larson
John Sechrest, founder of the Seattle Angel Conference, co-organizer of the Lean Startup Seattle, and a global facilitator for Startup Weekend, spoke at FredXchange Open Coffee on September 26, as a preview to Startup Weekend Fredericksburg.
EDA Approves $100K in Grants for Eight Organizations
FredXchange received the largest grant, to build a co-working space.
Traffic Alerts for the Fredericksburg Region October 25 – 31
VDOT traffic alerts for the Fredericksburg region October 25 – 31, 2015.
VRE Receives TSA’s Highest Security Rating
VRE is among only five rail and mass transit agencies to receive the “Gold Standard” rating.
Two Virginians Honored at U.S. Pony Club Convention
Vicki Fox and Gegi Winslett were honored by the USPC.
How You Can Help: Emaciated Animals Seized from Orange County Farm
So far 81 horses, 28 cats and 7 dogs have been removed from the farm.
Plants Map Wins 2014 Made in FredVA
Plants Map, a mobile friendly, social gardening website, was the top winner in the 2014 Made in FredVA business startup competition.
Spooky Stories By the Shore
Follow a latern-lit trail to the water’s edge to hear spooky stories!
Lane Shifts and Closures Through December on I-95 Near Triangle
VDOT anticipates completing this emergency repair work before the end 2015.
Fredericksburg First Night 2015 Cancelled
“We’ll take a year off, re-group, and re-energize the event for next year.” City Manager Bev Cameron.
Oktoberfest and More Weekend Events in the Fredericksburg Area
Special events in the Fredericksburg region October 23 – 25, 2015.
Riverfront Park Plan Downsized from $20M to $5M
City Council voted to limit the cost of the schematic to no more than $150,000 and the total project to no more than $5 million.
Wegman’s Introduces “Passport to Family Wellness” in Fredericksburg
Complete seven trail hikes to receive a $2 produce coupon from Wegman’s.
Halloween Safety for Your Pets
Whether you’re including them in costume, or closing them in a quiet room, these tips will help ensure a Happy Halloween for you and your pet.
Fredericksburg Area Traffic Alerts October 18 – 24
Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) hots spots for Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, King George and Caroline.
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