

Biz Beat Clips: Allman’s BBQ
Allman’s BBQ is a Fredericksburg institution. This week, owner Matt Haney tells us about the restaurant, its history and his desire to sell it to the next owner.

Biz Beat Roundup: Trader Joe’s looking at Fredericksburg site?
Also inside: Donut shop opening in Central Park, chicken restaurant opening along Route 3, new project proposed near Carl’s

Biz Beat Banter: Amber Dawson
Brompton Community School Founder/Director Amber Dawson talks about why she decided to start a local independent school, the challenges of running one and her goals for Brompton’s future.

Biz Beat Clips: Black Rifle Coffee Company
This week we feature Black Rifle Coffee Company, which has a shop off Warrenton Road in Stafford County.

Biz Beat Roundup: Popular restaurant opening Monday in Central Park
Also inside: Mixed-use project proposed near VA center, new restaurants planned downtown, longtime local company sold

Biz Beat Banter: Brian Lam
Collage Spa owner Brian Lam talks about how he got into the spa business, the challenges of running three locations and more.

Biz Beat Clips: Success Space
This week we feature Success Space, a new co-working space and cafe at the Spotsylvania Towne Centre.

Biz Beat Roundup: Local housing prices set another record
Also inside: Princess Anne Street building again up for lease, apartment building sold in Fredericksburg, downtown restaurant re-opening.

Biz Beat Banter: Pete Morelewicz
This week, Print Jazz owner talks about why he became an artist, his creative process, and how it feels to see his works around Fredericksburg.
News from The Free Press

Downtown Greens receives grant for ‘community beautification’
Grant will cover planting of native plant species, installation of educational signage.

City seeking junior reporter for ‘Zip Trip’ TV segment
Series will spotlight Fredericksburg’s business, culture and events on July 25.

Here are some of the new state laws that will take effect Tuesday
They concern everything from cyberbullying to insurance coverage.

National champs: After setting state record, Colonial Forge relay soared to new heights
The Colonial Forge High School boys 400 meter relay team captured first-place at the New Balance Nationals Outdoor meet in Philadelphia recently.

Reframing Murphy’s law: Marine Lt. Col. graduates veterans docket
The Rappahannock Regional Veterans Treatment Docket gives service members a second chance after legal troubles.