By Susan Larson
Some blame lack of parking. Others the popular Rappahannock River beach at the Historic Port of Falmouth Park.
What is in agreement is something needs to be done.
Herring Supports Health Insurance Tax Credits for Virginians
“Up to 495,000 Virginians may be eligible for some level of tax credit, averaging $2,900 per year, and totaling up to $1.02 billion annually.”
By Mark Kelly, Office of the Attorney General
Richmond–Attorney General Mark R. Herring has filed an amicus brief on behalf of the Commonwealth of Virginia in the case of King v. Sebelius, which is currently on appeal before the Fourth Circuit.
Fredericksburg Events: Future of Fredericksburg, Doodle Drawing, Scarlett O’Hara in Lecture and More
By Susan Larson
The following Fredericksburg events are scheduled the week of March 24 – 28, 2014. Click the hyperlinks for details.
MONDAY, March 24
Fredericksburg Main Street Initiative Community Meeting, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
TUESDAY, March 25
Fredericksburg Main Street Initiative Hears Community’s Vision
By Susan Larson
It was standing room only as Brad Belo of Virginia Main Street introduced the format of Monday night’s Fredericksburg Main Street Initiative (FMSI) meeting. “I’m really impressed,” he said of the 87 people gathered in the community room at the Free Lance-Star. “In meetings like these, I usually have 25 people.”
Sandton May Credit Bid on Free Lance-Star Assets, Judge Rules
By Susan Larson
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge Kevin R. Huennekens ruled Tuesday that Sandton Capital Partners may credit bid on all Free Lance-Star assets, except for those on which the creditor does not have a direct lien. The excepted assets include the publishing company’s FCC radio licenses, radio towers, vehicles, life insurance policies and bank accounts, according to All Access Music Group.
Find Help to Meet the March 31 Health Insurance Deadline
By Susan Larson
March 31, 2014, is the deadline for uninsured people to obtain health insurance coverage under the Affordable Care Act.
City Council Candidate Forum April 9
The Fredericksburg Democratic Committee is holding a City Council Candidate Forum at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, April 9, in the community room of the Free Lance-Star. The event is free and open to the public.
“We have invited all candidates to speak, including those running unopposed, so they may share their vision for the future of Fredericksburg and answer any questions,” said Jason Graham, chairman of the Fredericksburg Democratic Committee.
Voter Registration Deadline for City Council, School Board Election
By Susan Larson
Monday, April 14, 2014, is the deadline to register to vote in the Fredericksburg City General Election, scheduled for May, 6, 2014.
You can check your voter registration status online at Virginia’s Election and Registration Information System (VERIS).
City Council Candidates Agree Tax Hike Needed
By Susan Larson
This article has been updated to include the reason Brad Ellis did not participate in the candidate forum. He was out-of-town.
A tax increase is needed in the City of Fredericksburg agreed three City Council candidates who participated in Wednesday evening’s candidate forum, hosted by the Fredericksburg Democratic Committee.
Route 1 Northbound Lane Closed at Falmouth Intersection
Virginia Department of Transportation Press Release
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has closed the northbound right lane of Route 1 in Stafford County from the Falmouth Bridge to the intersection of Route 17 Business and Route 218 (Butler Road) for emergency repairs to a drainage structure beneath the road.
The right lane is expected to remain closed until midday. The left lane remains open, but motorists should anticipate delays on Route 1 northbound near the Stafford County and City of Fredericksburg line.
City Council Candidates Answer Your Questions
By Susan Larson
UPDATE: April 28, 2014
Billy Withers’ answers have been added.
“Mr. Billy Withers, who is running unopposed for the council seat for Ward 2, was kind enough to deliver his answers to me today (April 24),” Paul Cymrot said in an email to me.
Fredericksburg Doctor Sentenced in Orthofix Medicare Fraud Scheme
By Susan Larson
A Fredericksburg podiatrist has been sentenced for making a false declaration to a grand jury regarding her involvement in falsifying patient medical records.
NPS Director Joins Civil War Trust for Preservation Announcement
National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis will join the Civil War Trust at 12 p.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2014, for a major preservation announcement tied to the 150th anniversary of the Battle of the Wilderness. The event will celebrate the successes of public-private partnerships in protecting and interpreting Civil War sites across the nation.
Planning Commission Vice Chair Resigns
By Susan Larson
Edward Whelan III submitted his resignation to City Council and the Fredericksburg Planning Commission Tuesday, April 29. Whelan was under pressure to resign due to perceived conflict of interest.
City Council Candidate Brad Ellis
By Susan Larson
Brad Ellis is running unopposed for the Ward 1 City Council seat in the Tuesday, May 6, 2014, Fredericksburg General Election.
Each candidate was invited to answer the same three questions from Fredericksburg.Today. Answers from Brad Ellis follow.
1 – What is your educational background? Degrees earned and from where?
City Council Candidate Bea Paolucci
By Susan Larson
Bea Paolucci is running for the Ward 4 City Council seat in the Tuesday, May 6, 2014, Fredericksburg General Election. The incumbent is facing Charlie L. “Chuck” Frye, Jr.
City Council Candidate Billy Withers
By Susan Larson
William C. “Billy” Withers is running unopposed for the Ward 2 City Council seat in the Tuesday, May 6, 2014, Fredericksburg General Election. George Solley currently holds the seat. His term expires June 30, 2014, and he is not running for reelection.
City Council Candidate Richard Friesner
By Susan Larson
Richard Friesner faces Tim Duffy for the Ward 3 City Council seat in the Tuesday, May 6, 2014, Fredericksburg General Election.
Each candidate was invited to answer the same three questions from Fredericksburg.Today. Answers from Richard Friesner follow. (Tim Duffy’s answers are published here.)
City Council Candidate Tim Duffy
By Susan Larson
Tim Duffy faces Richard Friesner for the Ward 3 City Council seat in the Tuesday, May 6, 2014, Fredericksburg General Election.
Fredericksburg Residents Head to the Polls Tuesday
The Fredericksburg General Election for City Council and School Board members to represent Wards 1, 2, 3 and 4 will be held Tuesday, May 6, 2014. (A map of the city’s four wards is available online.)
The general election is open to all registered voters in the City of Fredericksburg who live in one of the four wards.
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