Happy 4th of July!
PHOTOS: Lots of red, white and blue downtown
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Governor appoints three new members to University of Mary Washington Board of Visitors
Governor Glenn Youngkin appointed three new members to the University of Mary Washington Board of Visitors, each of whom will each serve four-year terms.
PHOTOS: Fallen Heroes 5 Miler
The Fallen Heroes 5-Miler kicked off the Fourth of July in downtown Fredericksburg.
LISTEN: Heat and humidity and the homeless–Micah concerned
Meghann Cotter says Micah Ecumenical Ministries is accepting water donations and AC window units.
LISTEN: Reading the Declaration of Independence in Fredericksburg on the 4th of July
Washington Heritage Museums hold three readings on the 4th of July at the Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop on Caroline Street: 11am, 1pm, 3pm.
Your guide to the Fourth of July in the Fredericksburg area
A comprehensive list of local festivities and fireworks on Independence Day.
Fredericksburg School Board approves new cell phone policy
Students who violate the policy will be subject to discipline ranging from a warning to out-of-school suspension.
Fredericksburg City crime report, June 25-30
Motorcycle ignition vandalized; assault reported downtown.
PHOTOS: Applying fine detail to the Johnny P. Johnson mural
Fredericksburg artist Bill Harris–along with several of his students–continue the work on the new Johnny P. Johnson mural on Sophia Street in downtown Fredericksburg.
WATCH: Johnny Johnson mural moves to small brushes
Artist Bill Harris says he’s nearing the end of the new Johnny Johnson mural on Sophia Street in Fredericksburg.
Fredericksburg SPCA says fireworks and pets are a bad combination
1 in 5 pets go missing the week of 4th of July.
Man hospitalized after shooting in downtown Fredericksburg on Sunday
The victim was transported to Mary Washington Hospital for treatment.
Photo gallery: FXBG Pride March and Festival
A large crowd took to the streets of downtown Fredericksburg on Saturday for a march, followed by a festival in Riverfront Park.
Who is Matt Brooks? Fredericksburg resident to appear on Jeopardy!
Monday’s episode, which airs at 7:30 p.m. on WJLA-7, marks the culmination of a 20-year trivial pursuit.
A ‘force’ against bigotry: Fredericksburg Police Department deploys new LGBTQ+ liaison team
Officers Cash, Hellmuth, and Smith to serve as a resource, point of contact for LGBTQ+ community.
Residents deliver sticking points at first Comprehensive Plan community conversation
Fredericksburg officials will hold events throughout the year to solicit input on first new Comprehensive Plan since 2015.
‘Embrace Your Pride’ during event at Riverfront Park on Saturday
Pride march through downtown begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by festival.
Always Flavored offers a saucy option for downtown diners
Always Flavored reopened its doors at its downtown Fredericksburg location on June 21.
Johnston to step down as Fredericksburg’s Director of Planning and Building
Johnston, who’s served in that role for the past 11 years, will retire effective Oct. 1.
Rappahannock Area Health District to offer free, walk-in HIV testing
Walk-in hours are 1-3:30 p.m. on June 27 at the Fredericksburg Health Department (608 Jackson St.). No appointments are required.
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