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Updated: ‘All suspects are in custody’ after mass shooting in Spotsylvania
Spotsylvania County and Fredericksburg City public schools are both operating on two-hour delays.
Officials: Trump administration’s VA hiring freeze impacting new Fredericksburg facility
New facility opens Monday approximately 500 employees short of capacity, U.S. Sen. Mark Warner said.
Celebrate Black History Month in the Fredericksburg region
February events highlight culture, creativity and contributions of African Americans.
Spotsylvania School Board fires Superintendent Taylor
Taylor’s controversy-filled tenure comes to an end after 5-0 vote during special meeting.
‘Like a father figure’: At Massaponax, Ludden enhanced his players’ options
Ludden, 65, quietly announced his retirement recently, after a stellar 40-year career that included 207 victories in 26 seasons at Massaponax.Â
Free Press exclusive: an interview with Spotsylvania School Board Chair Lorita Daniels
Daniels, who is in her fifth year on the board, discussed her diverse background and how it prepared her to take the reins of an embattled decision-making body that is looking to recover from two years of local, state and national scrutiny.
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.
PHOTOS: Thaw underway at City Dock
The Rappahannock at City Dock is beginning to stir again, the ice loosening and shifting — but not quite ready to let go.
Updated: ‘All suspects are in custody’ after mass shooting in Spotsylvania
Spotsylvania County and Fredericksburg City public schools are both operating on two-hour delays.
Officials: Trump administration’s VA hiring freeze impacting new Fredericksburg facility
New facility opens Monday approximately 500 employees short of capacity, U.S. Sen. Mark Warner said.
Celebrate Black History Month in the Fredericksburg region
February events highlight culture, creativity and contributions of African Americans.
Spotsylvania School Board fires Superintendent Taylor
Taylor’s controversy-filled tenure comes to an end after 5-0 vote during special meeting.
‘Like a father figure’: At Massaponax, Ludden enhanced his players’ options
Ludden, 65, quietly announced his retirement recently, after a stellar 40-year career that included 207 victories in 26 seasons at Massaponax.Â
Free Press exclusive: an interview with Spotsylvania School Board Chair Lorita Daniels
Daniels, who is in her fifth year on the board, discussed her diverse background and how it prepared her to take the reins of an embattled decision-making body that is looking to recover from two years of local, state and national scrutiny.
Halftime show holds special meaning for local Puerto Rican community
Bad Bunny (Benito Antonio MartÃnez Ocasio) shined a spotlight on the island’s culture and issues in high-energy celebration.
Fredericksburg Arts Commission art supply drive to benefit Empowerhouse
Drive developed as a community-based initiative to expand access to creative tools for organizations providing arts programming to individuals with limited resources.
County administrator’s budget proposal leaves a $5.8M shortfall for Spotsylvania schools
Board of supervisors unanimously approved a resolution declaring the county is a Second Amendment sanctuary.
Biz Beat Roundup: Residential development proposed off Plank Road
Also inside: FRA names new president, rezoning submitted for Stafford restaurant, beloved ice cream shop re-opening
LISTEN: Ferry Farm opens for Presidents’ Day
George Washington’s boyhood home at Ferry Farm in Stafford opens Monday from 10 to 3 for its annual Presidents’ Day program, featuring hands-on activities and interactive experiences.
Spotsylvania School Board members question principal and central office salaries
First-year principals earn more than $19,000 per year than counterparts in Stafford County.
SPONSORED CONTENT: CareerPath Accelerator: Powering the future of local work in the Rappahannock region
Rappahannock Goodwill Industries is actively integrating artificial intelligence career training into its workforce development services to prepare job seekers for an evolving market.
Cynthia “Cindie” Jane Aller Kelly
Cynthia Jane (Aller) Kelly, a true teacher and lifelong resident of Fredericksburg, Va., set off on her last trip on February 7, 2026, at the age of 68 after a multi-year battle with cancer. She...
FCPS Superintendent Catlett introduces proposed FY2027 budget
Budget includes 7% pay increase for teachers, 15 new full-time equivalent positions.
Biz Beat Banter: Bill Howell
This week, Bill sits down with longtime Virginia Speaker of the House and Stafford County resident Bill Howell on how he got into politics, his time in office and how things have changed since he left governance.
LISTEN: Micah’s Jeremiah Community project receives major federal funding support
Meghann Cotter explains how the over 2.9 million dollars in federal funds will be used on the Fredericksburg project.
NSWC Dahlgren Division range testing may produce very loud noise
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will conduct range testing Tuesday, Feb. 10, which may produce very loud noise in surrounding communities.
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.
Audrey Ann Stanley
Audrey Ann Stanley, 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center in Spotsylvania, Virginia. She was born July 31,1939, in...
Caroline hires Bullock to lead parks and recreation department
Louisa County native replaces Donnell Howard, who recently retired after serving 36 years.
State lawmakers want to lift local caps on housing grants for government employees
Bills could increase grant amounts for first responders, others looking to purchase a home.
On the Agenda, Feb. 9-13
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Biz Beat Clips: Black Horse Forge
This week on Biz Beat Clips we take you Black Horse Forge in Stafford County, a non-profit that instructs veterans, active-duty military, first responders and their supporters in the art and craft of blacksmithing.
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
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