
A foot in both camps: Supporters, opponents of Crow’s Nest Outdoor Adventure make case to Stafford Planning Commission
by Jonathan Hunley | May 15, 2025
Public hearing concerned changing campgrounds to require a conditional-use permit on agricultural land.

Mitchell: Amendment to support cap puts Spotsylvania schools in a $2 million bind
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Mar 25, 2025
Superintendent concerned that change to state-supported positions from what lawmakers passed will prove costly to the school division.

GWRC establishes new committee for focus on rural transportation
by Kathy Knotts | Mar 25, 2025
Caroline and King George counties to receive increased attention for planning projects starting later this year.
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WATCH: Painting complete on iconic tower in downtown Fredericksburg
by FFP staff | Jun 11, 2024
Drone video reveals the finished project at the tower on Charles Street.

Learn about Fredericksburg when Lafayette visited in 1824
by FFP staff | Jun 11, 2024
Library hosts event that looks back at city in 19th century.

Exclusive: Search warrants led to manhunt for Spotsy triple murder suspect
by Kathy Knotts | Jun 10, 2024
Cash, instructions and possible suicide note tipped off law enforcement to Alyssa Jane Venable as a suspect.

These new housing laws will take effect next month
by FFP staff | Jun 10, 2024
Some new laws offer more protections to residents of mobile home parks.

In Afghanistan, old forces threaten girls’ education. She represents a new school of thought.
by Joey LoMonaco | Jun 9, 2024
After fleeing Kabul as a refugee, Nargis Zadran found a home in Stafford and a purpose with the nonprofit Educate Girls Now.
Photos: All-Star Josiah Gray makes rehab start with FredNats
by Joey LoMonaco | Jun 9, 2024
A day after he was surprised with a college diploma at Nationals Park, RHP Josiah Gray took the mound in Fredericksburg for a rehab start.

Out and About: FAM exhibit shines light on area’s LGBTQ+ community
by Kathy Knotts | Jun 8, 2024
Exhibit is a multisensory walk through the histories, challenges and joys of the queer community in the Fredericksburg region.

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to Riverside for a family-friendly classic
by Stephen Hu | Jun 8, 2024
Riverside Center for the Performing Arts’ production of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ runs through July 14.

Stafford man dies from injuries sustained in city workplace accident
by FFP staff | Oct 17, 2024
Victim suffered severe trauma to his right leg and died at the scene.

Expo offers Stafford County students a window into possible futures
by Jonathan Hunley | Oct 17, 2024
Event allowed more than 1,500 seniors from the county’s five high schools and the Phoenix Center for Innovative Learning to learn about opportunities, whether they be in college, the workforce or the military.

King George School Board selects Cleveland to fill vacancy
by FFP staff | Oct 16, 2024
Residents spoke in favor of Cleveland in part because of conservative views she shared with predecessor.

A right to be heard? Muted mic causes friction at Spotsylvania School Board meeting
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Oct 16, 2024
Routine personnel packet initially denied as board wrestles with properly vetting new hires in light of recent incidents.

Breaking: Spotsylvania deputy cleared of wrongdoing in shooting death of former Marine
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Oct 15, 2024
A special prosecutor ruled that Lt. Daniel Harris of the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office was justified in killing Kenny Carr because he was pointing a gun at his wife.

Courtland baseball falls to Atlee in Class 4 state championship game
by FFP staff | Jun 8, 2024
Cougars pulled within one run in the top of the third but the Raiders scored nine in innings four through six to earn the title.

Courtland baseball reaches state title game; Riverbend falters late
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Jun 7, 2024
Cougars will face Atlee Saturday at 11 a.m. aiming for their first state championship in 24 years.

‘Limited supply’ leads to increased demand for area administrators
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Jun 7, 2024
Salaries of Fredericksburg area county or city administrators have increased dramatically in recent years.

Fredericksburg mom, Marine veteran takes dogged approach to living with PTSD
by Noelle Clark | Jun 7, 2024
Kerry Bering received a fully-certified service dog through K9 for Warriors, an American charity and veterans service organization whose mission is to help veterans suffering from PTSD return to their normal lives.

Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation and Events joins statewide Play All Day VA for summer solstice
by FFP staff | Jun 7, 2024
The Play All Day VA is being held by Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation and Events on June 20 for the summer solstice at all parks in the City of Fredericksburg.

Courtland and Riverbend baseball basking in ‘special’ postseason runs
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Jun 7, 2024
Cougars and Bears will both appear in Virginia High School League state semifinals on Friday.

Woman accused of Spotsylvania triple homicide arrested in New York
by FFP staff | Jun 6, 2024
Alyssa Jane Venable, 23, led New York State Police on a high-speed pursuit before crashing and being taken into custody.

Watch: Fredericksburg commemorates 80th anniversary of D-Day
by Ted Schubel | Jun 6, 2024
Speakers recognized the invasion’s impact during a ceremony held in downtown Fredericksburg.
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REC and Northern Neck assisting electric cooperatives impacted by Hurricane Helene
by Ted Schubel | Sep 28, 2024
REC in Georgia, Northern Neck in Tennessee.

Marine Corps Base Quantico training advisory
by Ted Schubel | Sep 28, 2024
Marine Corps Base Quantico operates 43 live-fire ranges that support training from small arms to explosive demolitions to artillery fire to the delivery of live-aerial munitions.

All-Terrain wheelchairs available at Mason Neck State Park in Lorton
by Ted Schubel | Sep 28, 2024
The chairs are free to the public and available for both children and adults but must be reserved in advance

LISTEN: Via Colori–Street art in Stafford this weekend
by Ted Schubel | Sep 27, 2024
Saturday and Sunday at Stafford Airport 10-5–it’s free to attend.

REC watching Hurricane Helene—just in case
by Ted Schubel | Sep 27, 2024
REC officials say they’re ready in case the storm has any impacts on the region.
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