Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
On the Agenda, Feb. 2-6
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Fredericksburg-area closings and delays
A roundup of school and government weather-related closures and delays.
King George supervisors express support for data center project despite resident concerns
After holding two public hearings, board deferred vote to its Feb. 17 meeting.
Sealston Elementary celebrates D.A.R.E. graduates
School leaders say the program’s success is made possible through the support of teachers, families, and law enforcement, all working together to help students develop skills they can carry with them both in and out of the classroom.
King George School Board adopts policy on transgender students
New policy requires school personnel to refer to students by the name and pronoun on their official record, unless they’re 18 or older, emancipated or have written instruction from parents.
King George Board of Supervisors votes Sullins chair; amends bylaws to give every district a chance
The board voted 2025 Chair William Davis as vice chair.
First Day Hikes start the year off on right foot
Explore the outdoors with ranger-led hikes and special activities.
Coghill’s JM departure leaves four football head coach openings in Fredericksburg area
Stafford, King George and Hartwood high schools are also seeking football coaches.
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.
PHOTOS: Shop with a Cop in King George
The King George Sheriff’s Office held its annual Shop with a Sheriff program at the Dahlgren Walmart, partnering deputies and community volunteers with local kids for a holiday shopping event.
PHOTOS: Cold, wind don’t stop SAWs-Virginia ramp build in King George
In harsh winter conditions, a six-person SAWs-Virginia crew completed a new accessibility ramp.
Dahlgren range testing may produce loud noise Monday
Dahlgren officials say weapons testing scheduled for Monday could be heard in nearby communities, with river access limited during operations.
Turf war: King George supervisors vote to fully fund artificial field after heated discussion
Supervisor T.C. Collins insisted the school division pay nearly half the cost for the project via the high school’s activity fund.
King George supervisors approve solar project on land owned by county attorney
The board voted unanimously to approve the Caledon Solar project following a public hearing.
Data centers to face stronger opposition after Spotsylvania election results
Challenger David Goosman and incumbent Lori Hayes, who both favor special use permits for data centers in areas zoned Industrial, breezed to victories Tuesday night.
Loud Noise Alert: Dahlgren naval range testing set for Nov. 4–7
The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will conduct range testing the rest of the week from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., which may produce loud noise in nearby communities.
Caledon State Park expands with addition of 455-acre Lake Caledon property
The expansion of Caledon State Park adds forest, wetland, and lake habitats, creating opportunities for recreation and conservation along the Potomac River.
Loud Navy range testing Wednesday–Thursday near Dahlgren
Navy range testing later this week will produce loud noise and close part of the Potomac River in King George.
PHOTOS: Community spirit shines at 66th King George Fall Festival Parade
The King George Fall Festival Parade brought crowds to Route 3 on Saturday as part of the 66th annual King George Fall Festival.
Lacking easement, outlook for King George solar project dims
Daisy Solar failed to obtain an easement for the property, a step that supervisors requested following June public hearing.
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