The incumbent Democrat called out his Republican challenger for dancing around questions.
Cole, Steinway offer contrasting stances, styles at UMW debate
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Free Press candidate questionnaire: Phillip Scott
Republican Phillip Scott is the incumbent representing Virginia’s 63rd District, which includes parts of Spotsylvania and Orange Counties.
King’s attorney: ‘So what’ if Spotsylvania School Board candidate moved to district to seek election
Lawyer says King has rented a bedroom in a friend’s home in the Battlefield District since January.
Metts, Palivoda vie for King George Board of Supervisors seat
The James Monroe District features the only contested election in county this November.
Candidate questionnaire: Nicole Cole
Nicole Cole is a Democrat running in the Virginia House of Delegates 66th District.
Stafford voters sue to kick House candidate Carroll off ballot over residency dispute
Petition contends that candidate lives at a longtime home in House District 23 while claiming a different address in House District 64 to qualify for the race.
Three-way race will decide school board member in Stafford’s Garrisonville District
Issues in the contest include school funding and how to educate diverse groups of students.
Spotsylvania voter asks court to remove King from school board ballot
Nicholas Potts alleged that Battlefield District school board candidate James King isn’t a bona fide resident of the address he used to register to vote.
Incumbent Humphries, challenger Bird face off in race for Fredericksburg Commonwealth’s Attorney
Both candidates are experienced prosecutors who have championed alternative dockets.
Spotsylvania NAACP hosting two upcoming candidate forums
A forum for local candidates will be held Sept. 29, while a state forum will take place Oct. 13.
It’s Catell and Evans in race for Falmouth District supervisor
No matter who wins, voters will pick a new supervisor, as incumbent Meg Bohmke isn’t seeking re-election.
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.
A battle in the Battlefield: Spotsylvania School Board candidates offer diverse viewpoints
Three candidates are vying to replace Nicole Cole, who is running for the 66th District House of Delegates seat.
Cole, Steinway to square off at UMW debate next month
Incumbent Joshua Cole (D) is being challenged by Sean Steinway (R).
In Spotsylvania, Battlefield board of supervisors candidates find common ground
Baron Braswell and Chris Yakabouski are competing for the opportunity to serve the Battlefield District on the Spotsylvania County Board of Supervisors. But while they’re technically opponents for the second straight election cycle, they find themselves agreeing on...
Candidate questionnaire: Joshua Cole
Joshua Cole is a Democrat running for re-election in House of Delegates District 65, which includes Fredericksburg and parts of Stafford and Spotsylvania counties.
2025 Voter Guide: King George County
Early voting begins Sept. 19. Election Day is Nov. 4.
Warner, Dems bemoan Fredericksburg VA staffing after Trump administration ‘denigrates’ workforce
Rep. Eugene Vindman said he’s tried to talk to the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs about the matter — to no avail.
Candidate questionnaire: Bobby Orrock
Orrock is a Republican running for re-election in the House of Delegates 66th district, which includes parts of Spotsylvania and Caroline counties.
‘Ugliest piece of legislation’: Warner hopeful GOP colleagues rethink parts of Trump bill
U.S. senator says Republicans sold their souls to the president.
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