Motorcycle ignition vandalized; assault reported downtown.
Fredericksburg City crime report, June 25-30
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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.
WATCH: Johnny P. Johnson mural–adding layers of paint
Fredericksburg artist Bill Harris says painting any mural involves layers of paint.
Fredericksburg City school board adopts revised budget
Fiscal Year 2024-25 operating budget totals $59,129,452, with a Special Revenue (Grants) budget of $11,045,852 and a Capital Improvements Budget in the amount of $1,250,000.
VRE to eliminate youth fares, slightly increase cost for adult riders
Changes go into effect July 1.
Fredericksburg city crime report, June 20-25
Console caper at GameStop; apartment vandal hits rock bottom.
Lights, camera, infraction: Automated school zone speed enforcement coming to Fredericksburg
Devices in zones outside Hugh Mercer Elementary and James Monroe High School could be operational before end of the year and generate $900,000 in annual revenue for city.
PHOTOS: Big mural at James Monroe High School nearly finished
It’s been nearly a year in the making.
R-Board program aims to break the cycle of two-wheeled waste
Joint venture with Stafford Community Church has saved more than 75 bicycles from languishing in landfills.
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