The Democrat now serves the 7th District, but that could change if political boundaries are redrawn.
UPDATED: Rep. Eugene Vindman announces re-election campaign — but in 1st Congressional District
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LISTEN: Step up and serve: Medical Reserve Corps seeks more volunteers
The Rappahannock Medical Reserve Corps is actively looking for volunteers across our region right now.
PHOTOS: Spreading love — and support
Delivery begins today for Rappahannock Adult Activities special Valentine’s Day flower fundraiser, benefiting its day support program for adults with developmental disabilities.
Fredericksburg Free Press now accepting legal notices
Once relegated to print-only newspapers, legal notices can now be published by online-only news organizations in Virginia.
On the Agenda, Feb. 9-13
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
PHOTOS: Cold ocean, warm hearts at the Special Olympics Polar Plunge
Fredericksburg-area Special Olympics athletes took the plunge in Virginia Beach over the weekend, raising money for Special Olympics Virginia during the annual Polar Plunge.
Food Bank distribution schedule this week
Find full details on the Facebook Events Page or in the free FREDFOODVA app.
LISTEN: Don’t drink and drive on Super Sunday
Kurt Erickson with the Washington Regional Alcohol Program says drunk driving injuries from a Super Bowl party–or anytime are 100% preventable.
How Fredericksburg-area leaders helped Abigail Spanberger get ready for the governor’s mansion
A handful of area residents served on her transition team.
PHOTOS: The Venerable monks make their way through Fredericksburg
The Walk for Peace leaves the Fredericksburg area on Friday, as the monks head north through Stafford County en route to Washington, D.C.
LISTEN: Bitter cold ahead: Fredericksburg SPCA urges extra care for pets
Bitterly cold weather is gripping the region this weekend, with some forecasters calling it a polar plunge.
‘A sense of peace and tranquility:’ Monks hoping to bring calm as they enter the Fredericksburg area
The venerable monks entered Caroline County on Wednesday for their Walk for Peace. They will cover ground in Spotsylvania, Fredericksburg and Stafford over the next two days.
PHOTOS: Venerable Monks trek through Caroline, Spotsylvania on the Walk for Peace
The Venerable monks have reached the Fredericksburg region, with an overnight stop planned in Spotsylvania Thursday night.
The monks are coming. Follow their path to enlightenment through the Fredericksburg region
The Buddhist monks of the Huong Dao Vipassana Bhavana Center are expected to pass through the area between Wednesday and Friday.
On the Agenda, Feb. 2-6
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Fredericksburg-area closings and delays
A roundup of school and government weather-related closures and delays.
From Fredericksburg to West Africa: Humanitarian mission features donated ambulance
Medical supplies from the now-closed Moss Free Clinic also will be used in Ghana and Benin.
LISTEN: Empowerhouse warns winter weather can trap victims
Prolonged winter weather has kept many families indoors this week.
Fredericksburg Nationals announce 2026 coaching staff
Manager Chris O’Neill leads a staff of seven newcomers to the Washington organization.
After three decades as ‘the community’s conscience,’ Payne retiring from CASA
Payne worked with Rappahannock CASA since its inception in the early 1990s.
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