A victim of the current climate? Leading weather report taken offline
The National Climate Assessment, which was established by Congress in 1990, quietly went dark earlier this week.
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Public meetings planned for road projects in Stafford, King George and Caroline
The meetings will be July 8, 9, and 10.
Stafford supervisors agree to apply for FEMA grant, buy two fire engines
A reminder about fireworks safety also provided some levity at Tuesday’s meeting.
Kaine, Warner vote no, but Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ passes U.S. Senate
Rep. Eugene Vindman, who represents the Fredericksburg area, also voted against the bill when it was taken up in the House.
Downtown Greens receives grant for ‘community beautification’
Grant will cover planting of native plant species, installation of educational signage.
City seeking junior reporter for ‘Zip Trip’ TV segment
Series will spotlight Fredericksburg’s business, culture and events on July 25.
Here are some of the new state laws that will take effect Tuesday
They concern everything from cyberbullying to insurance coverage.
National champs: After setting state record, Colonial Forge relay soared to new heights
The Colonial Forge High School boys 400 meter relay team captured first-place at the New Balance Nationals Outdoor meet in Philadelphia recently.
Reframing Murphy’s law: Marine Lt. Col. graduates veterans docket
The Rappahannock Regional Veterans Treatment Docket gives service members a second chance after legal troubles.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Dry weekend, with a drop in humidity.
They worked to keep the Moss Free Clinic open. Now, they’re tasked with closing it down — as volunteers.
Despite closing on June 12, the clinic must keep its pharmacy open through July 10 per state regulations.
Public meetings planned for road projects in Stafford, King George and Caroline
The meetings will be July 8, 9, and 10.
Stafford supervisors agree to apply for FEMA grant, buy two fire engines
A reminder about fireworks safety also provided some levity at Tuesday’s meeting.
Kaine, Warner vote no, but Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ passes U.S. Senate
Rep. Eugene Vindman, who represents the Fredericksburg area, also voted against the bill when it was taken up in the House.
Downtown Greens receives grant for ‘community beautification’
Grant will cover planting of native plant species, installation of educational signage.
City seeking junior reporter for ‘Zip Trip’ TV segment
Series will spotlight Fredericksburg’s business, culture and events on July 25.
Here are some of the new state laws that will take effect Tuesday
They concern everything from cyberbullying to insurance coverage.
No Kid Hungry honors Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank workers as Summer Hunger Heroes
Pair’s outstanding commitment to summer hunger relief earns national recognition.
Youngkin appoints Fredericksburg businessman to UMW Board of Visitors
The governor also reappointed two other members to the governing body.
Business trip: Spanberger tours shops, addresses issues during campaign stop in Fredericksburg
Democratic candidate for governor met with small-business owners as part of her ‘Span Virginia Bus Tour.’
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Heat backs off, but still humid with showers, storms.
Long needled by zoning restrictions, tattooers hope to see city ink new ordinance
During a work session, councilors signaled an openness to removing 500-foot buffer between tattoo shops and residences.
Faith Housing Coalition hosting expo Saturday at James Monroe High School
Free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and features mortgage lenders, home inspectors, appraisers and real estate agents.
Candidates will make their pitch at King George forum on Thursday
Doors open at Tabernacle Baptist Church at 5:30 p.m. for event hosted by county’s Tea Party.
Virginia slashes voter data costs ahead of 2025 elections
Change dramatically lowers the price of essential voter data — including lists of registered voters, new registrants, and past voters.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Dry weekend, with a drop in humidity.
They worked to keep the Moss Free Clinic open. Now, they’re tasked with closing it down — as volunteers.
Despite closing on June 12, the clinic must keep its pharmacy open through July 10 per state regulations.
News from B101.5/WFVA
LISTEN: Safe and sober on the roads this holiday weekend
Kurt Erickson with the Washington Regional Alcohol Program says #77 to report drunk drivers.
LISTEN: Operation Dry Water 2025
Major Delbert Myrick and 1st Sgt. Craig Haywood with the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office talk about the dangers of boating under the influence.
LISTEN: 4th of July at Ferry Farm in Stafford
Dave Muraca and Allison Ellis talk about what you’ll see and do on Friday at the annual “Fabulous 4th” at Ferry Farm in Stafford.
LISTEN: Stafford Fire and Rescue talks fireworks safety
Deputy Fire Chief Ben Gouldman and Public Information Officer Katie Brady say 4th of July is their busiest day of the year.
LISTEN: Rappahannock United Way wraps up 86 years
Outgoing President Janel Donohue talks about the region with no locally run United Way–and what it means for other non-profits in the area.
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Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.