He was feted at a gathering Thursday.
Bobby Orrock, defeated in November, doesn’t rule out a return to public service
read more
Candidates set in special election for House of Delegates’ 23rd District
Seat came open when Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger named Del. Candi Mundon King as Virginia’s next secretary of the commonwealth.
Lost revenue from tax-exempt veterans leaves ‘hole in the budget’ in King George
Statewide veteran tax relief programs have left some localities feeling the impact of lost revenue.
Stafford supervisors continue to register opposition to power line project
The board also celebrated outgoing Supervisors Meg Bohmke and Monica Gary, who didn’t seek re-election this year.
Spanberger taps Del. Candi Mundon King as Virginia’s next secretary of the commonwealth
The Democratic lawmaker represents part of Stafford County.
Recount confirms Yakabouski’s victory in Spotsylvania’s Battlefield District
Incumbent, current board chair holds off challenger Baron Braswell by 16 votes.
Stafford supervisors grandfather five data center projects that predate new regulations
The board’s vote was necessary because their October decision on rules didn’t address projects already underway or approved.
Spotsylvania Sheriff Harris retiring after term expires
Harris endorsed Lt. Col. Delbert Myrick as the county’s next sheriff.
‘The needs are extreme:’ Local school officials plead with legislators for help with mental-health crisis
School funding and workforce development were other major topics discussed during the Region III legislative breakfast.
Here’s how Fredericksburg-area lawmakers voted on ending the government shutdown
U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine voted for the deal to reopen, while Sen. Mark Warner and Rep. Eugene Vindman voted against it.
A handful of Fredericksburg-area leaders to serve on Spanberger’s transition team
The Democrat will be the 75th governor of Virginia.
Daniels aims to trade Spotsylvania School Board for U.S. Senate
The School Board member plans to challenge U.S. Sen. Mark Warner for the Democratic nomination in next year’s race.
With all votes counted, Yakabouski wins Battlefield District Board of Supervisors race by 16 votes
Challenger Baron Braswell says he’ll petition for a recount to ensure the tally is correct.
Kaine breaks with Democrats to back deal ending shutdown, securing protections for federal workers
He joins bipartisan coalition in voting to reopen the government but is criticized for backing down without securing ACA credits.
PHOTOS: Win, or lose, Delegate Orrock continues a campaign tradition
Delegate Bobby Orrock was out early taking down his campaign signs.
Braswell ‘cautiously optimistic’ late votes could swing Battlefield District supervisor race
After Tuesday night, Chris Yakabouski led Baron Braswell by just 24 votes with 102 ballots outstanding.
Democrats assume majority on the Stafford County Board of Supervisors
Wins by Maya Guy and Kecia Evans help carry the party in a county formerly controlled by Republicans.
‘I am elated:’ Nicole Cole defeats 35-year incumbent Orrock in race for House District 66
Democrats Joshua Cole and Stacey Carroll also pick up victories to represent the Fredericksburg area in the House of Delegates.
PHOTOS: Scenes from election night in Stafford County
Candidates in region revel in sweep of victories.
Crump makes history as Fredericksburg elects first female majority to city council
In the city’s lone contested school board race, Annie Langdon won election in Ward 3.
Today’s News Sponsored by:
Fredericksburg Free Press Founding Corporate Supporters
