Executive decision: Mitchell ‘baffled’ by Spotsylvania School Board members’ attempt to shelve director position

February 24, 2026 | ALLFFP, Education, Spotsylvania

Board voted 3-2 to continue advertising the executive director of middle schools position.

LISTEN: Canceled January drives create urgent need for blood donations

February 24, 2026 | Health care, Region, Ted Schubel, Weather

The American Red Cross says this winter’s storms and bitter cold have taken a toll on blood donations.

Chase Patrick Randall

February 24, 2026 | Obituaries

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Here’s a look at legislation from local lawmakers at the General Assembly’s midpoint

February 24, 2026 | ALLFFP, Government, Politics & Elections, Region

These are the bills from Fredericksburg-area representatives that are most likely to become law.

WATCH: Spring takes root at Rappahannock Adult Activities

February 23, 2026 | Non-Profits, Region, Ted Schubel

Inside the greenhouse at Rappahannock Adult Activities, Inc. on Kings Highway, in Stafford, seeds are going into soil as participants prepare for the annual Spring Plant Sale.

On the Agenda, Feb. 23-27

February 23, 2026 | ALLFFP, Caroline, King George, Region, Spotsylvania, Stafford

Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.

Area road work this week

February 23, 2026 | Region, Ted Schubel, Transportation

For updated information, check 511Virginia.

Winter weather-related closings, delays and cancellations: Monday, Feb. 23

February 22, 2026 | ALLFFP, Education, Transportation, Weather

Weather conditions impacting Monday morning travel.

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PHOTOS: Cold water, warm hearts at Lake Land’Or

February 22, 2026 | Caroline, Non-Profits, Ted Schubel

The Ladysmith Ruritan Club made a big splash at its annual Polar Bear Plunge at Lake Land’Or — raising more than $36,000 for local causes on Saturday.