Now, the proposed project goes before the Board of Supervisors.
Data center gets endorsements — from both a neighbor and Stafford Planning Commission
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PHOTOS: Cold-weather planting kicks off at Rappahannock Education Farm
25 volunteers planted 2,500 collard seedlings at Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak—kickstarting the fall crops that will help fight hunger across the region.
Stafford supervisors look toward further scrutiny of data centers
The board scheduled a joint public hearing with the Stafford Planning Commission for Oct. 21.
Stafford County’s newest high school will be called ‘Hartwood’
The division’s newest high school will welcome students in the fall of 2026.
2025 Voter Guide: Stafford County
Four board of supervisors races and four school board seats are on the ballot in Stafford this election cycle.
PODCAST: Coffee Shop Talk with Deuntay Diggs (black coffee at Anita’s Cafe)
Diggs, the current chair of the Stafford County Board of Supervisors, opens up about his childhood traumas and how he emerged as an individual who doesn’t fit preconceived molds.
Stafford Supervisor Monica Gary exits Aquia District race — again
The contest will now be between Maya Guy and Hank Scharpenberg.
Stafford supervisors not quite ‘ready to roll’ on proposed data center regulations
Board voted 4-3 Tuesday night to hold a work session next week during which it will further discuss the impact of the facilities.
Free Press candidate questionnaire: Paul Milde
Paul Milde is a Republican candidate for the House of Delegates 64th District, which includes parts of Stafford County.
Rematch in Garrisonville: Yeung, Randall square off for supervisor again
It’s Randall vs. Yeung again, after the former lost by just 133 votes in 2021.
PHOTOS: Volunteers plant hundreds of pounds of potatoes at Rappahannock Education Farm
On Saturday, volunteers planted 270 pounds of organic Adirondack Blue potatoes at Rappahannock Education Farm in White Oak.
Stafford schools launches Business and IT Center at Colonial Forge
The new specialty center aims to prepare the next generation of entrepreneurs, analysts and cybersecurity experts.
Stafford County launches joint task force to combat organized retail theft
Stafford has launched a Joint Task Force to combat rising retail theft through enhanced enforcement, retailer collaboration, and support from a statewide initiative.
Stafford sheriff’s deputies looking for driver in fatal hit-and-run incident
The person may have been driving a white 2018 or 2019 Audi SUV.
Trail extension now open at Crow’s Nest Nature Preserve
Newly-opened stretch of trail runs along Potomac Creek and totals 4.4 miles.
Scam alert – Impersonation in South Stafford
Two men scammed a South Stafford resident by faking an electrical emergency and taking a check for bogus repairs.
A vehicle for increased engagement: Stafford Schools introduces ‘S.C.O.U.T.’ mobile resource center
Division envisions that new vehicle will help bring educational resources to families and students.
Stafford superintendent: No major gender-identity policy issues in county schools
The schools chief also discussed other issues, including transporation, in a wide-ranging interview with reporters.
Still buffering? Stafford planning commission recommends increasing space between data centers, residences
The county’s Board of Supervisors is expected to discuss the matter Aug. 19.
Stafford sets ribbon-cutting for dog park that will honor sheriff’s office K-9
The ceremony will be Aug. 9 at 10 a.m. at the park on Mountain View Road.
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