Both candidates are experienced prosecutors who have championed alternative dockets.
Incumbent Humphries, challenger Bird face off in race for Fredericksburg Commonwealth’s Attorney
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Steve Gardner: The shoeless man of Fredericksburg
No shoes, no problem says barefoot believer.
FCPS announces four candidates for vacant Ward 3 school board seat
The school board plans to make an interim appointment during a Sept. 22 special meeting.
PHOTOS: Fredericksburg Police launch second youth academy for teens and young adults
The Fredericksburg Police Department has launched its second Youth Academy, a 10-week immersive program giving local teens and young adults hands-on experience in law enforcement and emergency response.
LISTEN: Austen’s Communitas Walk honors local graduate, raises awareness for brain aneurysm research”
Austen’s Communitas Walk this Saturday in Fredericksburg honors the life of Austen Dunn while raising awareness and funds for brain aneurysm research.
PHOTOS: Massaponax football defeats James Monroe
Scenes from the Panthers’ 30-20 victory over James Monroe on Friday at Maury Stadium.
Fredericksburg Police Chief Layton to retire
Layton, who has served in department since 1994 and since 2020 as chief, will leave post Jan. 1.
WATCH: Get a look at the Food Bank up-close
Open House on Saturday from 10-2 at 480 Central Road.
Staying in the race: Gantt, Finn request that city becomes a ‘designated locality’
The designation would allow the city council candidates to participate in the upcoming election without putting their federal jobs in jeopardy.
PHOTOS: National Hunger Action Day in Fredericksburg–The Table
On Hunger Action Day, St. George’s “The Table” spotlighted efforts to serve neighbors with compassion and dignity.
City school board rep Boyd steps down, board to appoint interim replacement
Boyd, who has served as Ward 3 rep since 2016, is no longer living in the city.
Developer pitches Mary Washington Hospital re-use as just what the doctor ordered
Residents, however, diagnose potential parking, traffic issues associated with proposed 242-unit development.
LISTEN: Genealogy workshop this Saturday at downtown Fredericksburg library
A free genealogy workshop this Saturday at the downtown Fredericksburg library will help participants explore their family history and discover potential ties to Revolutionary War Patriots.
WATCH: Your team vs. the Fredericksburg Area Museum—Who wins?
Locked in the Fredericksburg Area Museum after your tour, your team must solve brain-teasing puzzles across multiple floors to escape.
LISTEN: From Caroline street to global stage: Book signing for Ambassador Bridgewater this Sunday downtown
Retired Ambassador Pamela Bridgewater signs her memoir Bridging Troubled Waters this Sunday at 1 p.m. at Fredericksburg Visitor Center.
WATCH: Teens invited to explore policing in 10-week Fredericksburg Youth Academy
Starting September 15, Fredericksburg Youth Academy opens its doors to young adults ready to step into the world of law enforcement—not as spectators, but as participants.
Medical Arts Building re-use gets green light from City Planning Commission
The building, considered a ‘character structure’ in city’s Area 6 plan, would be adapted to house 30 apartment units.
Back in black — and orange: Serbay returns to coach at JM after five-year absence
Former James Monroe High School head coach Rich Serbay returns to the school he led to four state championships in a 35-year run.
WATCH: Bus delays and shortages blamed for difficulties to start Fredericksburg school year
Fredericksburg City School Board hears about problems that have led to major transportation problems at the start of the school year–including a new routing program, shortage of drivers and buses and new personnel in key positions.
WATCH: Fredericksburg parents speak out at school board meeting over bus concerns
The Fredericksburg School Board heard from parents Wednesday night about their struggles and frustrations with transportation at the start of school year.
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