Challenger Baron Braswell says he’ll petition for a recount to ensure the tally is correct.
With all votes counted, Yakabouski wins Battlefield District Board of Supervisors race by 16 votes
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Caroline students who integrated school division 60 years ago share experiences
In 1965, 13 Black students chose to integrate Caroline High School, and two siblings did the same at Bowling Green Elementary. Their experience has never been recognized.
King George supervisors approve solar project on land owned by county attorney
The board voted unanimously to approve the Caledon Solar project following a public hearing.
Braswell ‘cautiously optimistic’ late votes could swing Battlefield District supervisor race
After Tuesday night, Chris Yakabouski led Baron Braswell by just 24 votes with 102 ballots outstanding.
Data centers to face stronger opposition after Spotsylvania election results
Challenger David Goosman and incumbent Lori Hayes, who both favor special use permits for data centers in areas zoned Industrial, breezed to victories Tuesday night.
Reversing course: Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors reduce recommended data center setbacks
Board voted 4-3 to keep data centers 400 feet from residential property lines and several public spaces.
No ‘chump change:’ Spotsylvania school officials discuss hefty Capital Improvement Plan
Division is anticipating the need to build a new elementary school and high school in the next five years.
DiBella, Monroe prioritize safety in Berkeley District school board race
Larry DiBella and Amanda Monroe are aiming to replace outgoing board member April Gillespie.
Caroline’s inaugural hall of fame class spans generations
Sixteen inductees will be recognized prior to Friday night’s football game against Courtland and at a gala on Nov. 12.
Making the cut: Caroline school officials preparing for increase in state standards
Superintendent Sarah Calveric said adjusting to the elevation in standards will prove a statewide challenge.
Caroline exploring artificial turf fields for county recreation park
Converting five fields at the Milford facility would cost approximately $2.8 million.
Mom details tense encounter between Caroline deputy and her son
Caroline Sheriff’s Office acknowledges deputy “briefly” pulled his weapon on a man assisting mother who ran out of gas.
Model homes? Cason’s Mill project offered as blueprint for regional partnerships in affordable housing
Tricord, Inc. is in the early stages of a Spotsylvania County project that will bring 66 affordable housing units to an area off Courthouse Road.
November SNAP benefits at risk if federal government shutdown continues
Spotsylvania County officials issued a statement warning residents that, if shutdown continues, they should prepared to conserve food and reach out to food banks.
‘It has not been civil:’ Tensions high in Fredericksburg area ahead of Election Day
A litany of charged complaints — including two lawsuits — have been filed in the region this election cycle.
Buyer’s remorse? Spotsylvania supervisors throw a change-up on stringent data center setbacks
At least two supervisors now say that 1,000-foot setbacks for the industry are too strict.
Speakers blast Spotsylvania school division for handling of child sex abuse case
At least one victim’s family is preparing to file a lawsuit against the school division for its handling of the case.
Lacking easement, outlook for King George solar project dims
Daisy Solar failed to obtain an easement for the property, a step that supervisors requested following June public hearing.
Former Stafford teacher files $1.5 million lawsuit against four students
Michele Egan alleges she suffered a traumatic brain injury and partial blindness after being caught up in a brawl involving five female students.
Hoop it up: Basketball players take to the court to raise money for Caroline Thanksgiving program
Event will be held Oct. 11 at 10 a.m. at the Caroline Community Services Center gymnasium.
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