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“startupland” Debuts in Fredericksburg

“startupland” Debuts in Fredericksburg

By Susan Larson
Fredericksburg is one of the few U.S. locations selected for the June 10 international launch of the documentary film series “startupland.”
Watch the series trailer: “startupland”
Parts one and two of the seven-part series will premier at Paragon Village 12, 51 Towne Centre Blvd, as part of the FredXchange one-year birthday bash.  Associate Producer Maxim Wheatley will speak.

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Sunday Brunch in Fredericksburg

Sunday Brunch in Fredericksburg

By Susan Larson
I was standing in line for Sunday brunch at Foode, when tourists engaged me in conversation.  These travelers wanted to eat brunch and get on the road.  They didn’t want to wait.  Where else in town could they go, they wanted to know?
I knew of a few downtown restaurants serving lunch on Sunday … but brunch?
So I asked on Facebook.
I investigated your suggestions, many of which turned out to be restaurants serving breakfast or lunch, not brunch.   But I did discover five locations in downtown Fredericksburg serving Sunday brunch.

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Make Good Use of Your Time

Make Good Use of Your Time

A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.
I hear it all the time – there just isn’t enough time! You are well aware that we cannot make more time. We are only given 24 hours every day, and sometimes it just seems as if that just isn’t enough to get everything done.

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“startupland” Community Growing in Fredericksburg

“startupland” Community Growing in Fredericksburg

By Susan Larson
“There’s this common misconception that we want to break down — the misconception that you have to be in close proximity to infrastructure, like Silicon Valley, to succeed. That may have been true about 20 years ago, but now it has changed quite radically.”
Maxim Wheatley, associate producer of “startupland,” was in Fredericksburg Tuesday for the documentary series’ global launch.

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Where to Watch World Cup Soccer

Where to Watch World Cup Soccer

By Susan Larson
We’re days into the 2014 FIFA World Cup, but I’m still receiving requests from local residents wondering where they can catch the games.
Home Team Grill Fredericksburg, 1109 Jefferson David Hwy, is showing all World Cup Games.
Legends Sports Grille at 9969 Jefferson Davis Hwy. in Fredericksburg is showing all U.S. games and offering specials.

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Rankin Honored at EDA Business Appreciation Reception

Wegmans Cinnamon Raisin Buns Recalled

By Susan Larson
Wegmans has issued a voluntary recall of its Cinnamon Raisin Buns in 12 ounce packages stamped with a “use by” date of June 19, 2014, the store said on its website.  The use by date is stamped on top the package, which also includes a Batch UPC Code of 7789092218.

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WAMU Enters Fredericksburg Market

WAMU Enters Fredericksburg Market

By Susan Larson
WAMU radio is expanding into the Fredericksburg region.
American University, owner of the DC based 88.5 FM station, has filed an asset purchase agreement with the FCC for Spotsylvania County based WWED and its booster signal in Fredericksburg for $375,000.

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Sandton Closes Deal, Names Interim FLS Publisher

Sandton Closes Deal, Names Interim FLS Publisher

By Susan Larson
Gene M. Carr has been hired as interim CEO and publisher of The Free Lance-Star, Sandton Capital Partners announced Thursday after closing on their purchase of the publishing company.
Additionally, all current FLS staff were offered their jobs at the same salary and with similar benefits, said Robert Orr, Sandton Capital Partners managing director.

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Interview Skills for Your High Schooler

Interview Skills for Your High Schooler

A bi-weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Elizabeth Colon, Above Grade Level Fredericksburg and Northern Virginia
I realize that many of your high-schoolers have already solidified a summer job, but for those that are still working on it or have been declined for an opportunity, here are some interview skills to help.

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Where Are Those Papers?

Where Are Those Papers?

A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.

Do you every go into stress mode asking that same question, “Where are those papers?” I’m willing to bet that we have all at least thought it, if not said it out loud.

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Reclaim Your Space

Reclaim Your Space

A weekly column on Fredericksburg.Today by Linda Clevenger, Organization Direct.
Are you ready to reclaim your space? It can be a great “idea” and yet seem too overwhelming to ever achieve. Reclaiming your space usually means starting a project, and the thought of starting yet another project can be daunting.

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Fraser Wood Elements Opens Downtown

Fraser Wood Elements Opens Downtown

Fraser Wood Elements at 820 Caroline St. is owned by David Fraser.  The shop features reclaimed and refinished wood products, including flooring, furniture and decorative accessories.  Fraser also sells wooden accessories and furniture made in the Fredericksburg area.
Hours: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily, or as posted.
Telephone: 540-373-0853
Facebook: frasewoodelements

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Sight Studio Optometry Opens on Caroline St.

Sight Studio Optometry Opens on Caroline St.

By Susan Larson
Sight Studio Optometry has opened at 829 Caroline St.
The full-service eye care store includes eye exams, pediatric eye care, a large frame selection, contacts, laser vision consultations, and diagnosis and management of ocular diseases.
Adam and Mitra Madison are the doctors of optometry at the location.  They also work with Dr. Wade Fiegel, O.D., at Eye Care Doctors of Optometry, 1669 Carl D. Silver Pkwy in Central Park.

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$500 Offered for Fredericksburg Photo

$500 Offered for Fredericksburg Photo

The Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority (EDA) will pay $500 to the first individual or organization to submit a qualifying photo showing the exterior facade of the building at 1010 Caroline St. before it was renovated in 1955.
Tim and Margaret Park, who have operated Tim’s Mart at that location since 1985, are selling the 26,000-square-foot building.

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