
HFFI builds preservation knowledge with ‘Lost and Saved’ walking tour
by Rick Horner | May 20, 2025
Tour included the Renwick Courthouse, which is currently undergoing renovations.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
by Sean Sublette | May 9, 2025
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Stafford supervisors vote to spend nearly $9 million on school projects
by Jonathan Hunley | May 8, 2025
They agreed to budget $3 million to buy a warehouse, $3.1 million to purchase Chromebooks and $2.5 million to buy land for a new Drew Middle School.
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‘Business as usual’ as JM girls attempt to complete perfect season
by Devin Payne | Mar 13, 2025
Jackets aiming for the program’s first girls basketball state championship as they take on Lord Botetourt in the Class 3 state championship game Saturday at 11 a.m. at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Siegel Center.

Spotsylvania finance staff provides ‘depressing’ forecast of potential federal cuts
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Mar 13, 2025
Board of supervisors voted 5-2 to approve County Administrator Ed Petrovich’s proposed budget and real estate tax rate.

Arena lights to Friday nights: Dawes brings pro experience to Chancellor
by Jamar Billingsley | Mar 13, 2025
Former Culpeper standout inherits a Chargers program that has won just five games in the past three seasons.

Caroline School Board presents $2.2 million budget shortfall to supervisors
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Mar 12, 2025
In other business, the supervisors voted to enter a Rural Transportation Advisory Committee with King George County.

Cinderella Eagles look to continue improbable run in Sweet 16
by Devin Payne | Mar 12, 2025
UMW will face No. 8 Emory (Ga.) University Friday at 4:45 p.m. at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut.

City manager’s recommended budget includes 3-cent real estate tax increase
by Joey LoMonaco | Mar 12, 2025
Budget calls for a general fund balance of $136.75 million, a 6.9% increase from the adopted FY 2025 budget.

Lawyer: Data center campus better for south Stafford than more houses
by Jonathan Hunley | Mar 12, 2025
The Blaisdell project would put about 1.5 million square feet of buildings on 181 acres south of U.S. 17, north of the Rappahannock River and east of Interstate 95.

Ranalli, other fired workers park themselves in front of Capitol to promote legislation
by Jonathan Hunley | Mar 11, 2025
The Protect Our Probationary Employees Act would guarantee that federal employees who are separated from service will not have to restart their probationary period if reinstated.

‘I hope we have more of that’: Spotsylvania School Board and supervisors share amicable dialogue
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Apr 11, 2025
Supervisors approved an $840.6 million Capital Improvement Plan over the next five years with $228.4 million going to the school division.

Meeting on $12.5 million North Stafford road project to be held Monday
by FFP staff | Apr 11, 2025
The project aims to improve Route 1 at Telegraph Road and Woodstock Lane, and construction will begin later this month.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
by Sean Sublette | Apr 11, 2025
Fast forecast Expect a chilly and wet weekend start, but a sunny finish. Several rounds of rain Friday Breezy and chilly Saturday Sunny and milder Sunday Rain comes during most of Friday to the Fredericksburg region,...

‘Fear mongering’ or raising awareness: Caroline supervisor, superintendent spar over school concerns
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Apr 10, 2025
School division’s specific plans to ease overcrowding at two elementary schools meet resistance from board of supervisors.

Stafford superintendent: Schools have strengths but need to improve
by Jonathan Hunley | Apr 10, 2025
Board member Halstead makes early exit from meeting after defending comments at recent joint work session.

‘A whole mess’: Jackson navigates Spotsylvania School Board meeting without a quorum
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Mar 11, 2025
Vice Chair Belen Rodas rushed to meeting from airport to give the board the required four present members.

Right lane of Falmouth Bridge to reopen Friday following emergency repairs
by FFP staff | Mar 11, 2025
The $1.1 million work was result of a recent inspection that found rapid deterioration among structural steel elements supporting the bridge.

Groups to hold meeting with CSX regarding relocated split-rail device
by FFP staff | Mar 10, 2025
At 6 p.m. on March 20, CSX representatives will speak at a meeting organized by Del. Joshua Cole (D-Fredericksburg) at the Mayfield Community Center.

Getting in the swing: Virginia Credit Union Stadium to host first college baseball game
by FFP staff | Mar 10, 2025
Virginia and Maryland will battle Tuesday evening in a nonconference contest in Fredericksburg.

Jackets clip Grafton, advance to state championship game for first time in 23 years
by Devin Payne | Mar 8, 2025
James Monroe will play for the Class 3 state championship next Saturday at 11 a.m. against Lord Botetourt at Virginia Commonwealth University’s Siegel Center.

Business leaders: Make sure work continues at Dahlgren
by Jonathan Hunley | Mar 8, 2025
They want to make sure defense reform doesn’t cost jobs at ‘highly technical’ King George County facility.

Frustrations muffled no longer: New law would allow automated enforcement of vehicle noise in Fredericksburg
by Joey LoMonaco | Mar 7, 2025
HB 2550 would create a pilot program in Planning Districts 8 and 16, under which violators would be issued a traffic summons not exceeding $100.

Quite a catch: Moss’ appearance at Legend’s Grille to benefit Spotsylvania Special Games
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Mar 7, 2025
Former NFL star wide receiver will sign autographs and take photos with fans from 1-2 p.m. at Legend’s Grille in Spotsylvania for a good cause.
Fredericksburg Biz Beat

Biz Beat Banter Episode 1: Joel Griffin
by Bill Freehling | Oct 17, 2024
Joel Griffin is the featured guest of the first edition of Biz Beat Banter. He speaks about his upbringing, career, public service and philanthropy.
Biz Beat Clips: Whittingham turns 30
by Bill Freehling | Oct 17, 2024
On this week’s edition of Biz Beat Clips, Bob Whittingham talks about his store’s 30th anniversary.

Data center construction already underway in region
by Bill Freehling | Oct 16, 2024
Data center campuses in Stafford and Spotsylvania counties are believed to be the first two with shovels in ground across the Fredericksburg region.

Biz Beat Briefs, Oct. 16
by Bill Freehling | Oct 16, 2024
City gets updated bond rating from Moody’s, UMW gets a new CFO.

Company establishes Caroline County distribution center
by Bill Freehling | Oct 16, 2024
A global manufacturer and distributor of natural-stone products recently made a $10 million investment in Caroline County.
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WATCH: Happy Birthday Josh Hardy
by Ted Schubel | Mar 31, 2025
Today would have been Josh Hardy’s 19th birthday.

Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank distribution this week
by Ted Schubel | Mar 30, 2025
The Food Bank says you’re welcome to come by for food assistance once a week, whether you choose a Drive-Thru, Walk-Up, or Fresh Market distribution.

PHOTOS: Spring planting continues at Rappahannock Education Farm
by Ted Schubel | Mar 30, 2025
Rappahannock Education Farm had 20 volunteers on Saturday afternoon doing the hard (and hot) work of planting 400 pounds of seed potatoes.

WATCH: Vietnam War Veterans Day observed in Fredericksburg
by Ted Schubel | Mar 29, 2025
Blue Star Mothers of Fredericksburg Chapter 4 hosted a ceremony at Oak Hill Cemetery.

PHOTOS: Remembering and honoring those who served in the Vietnam War
by Ted Schubel | Mar 29, 2025
7th District Congressman Eugene Vindman joined Blue Star Mothers of Fredericksburg Chapter 4 at Oak Hill Cemetery to remember and honor the sacrifices made by Vietnam Veterans on Vietnam War Veterans Day.
News from around Virginia



Rappahannock Amateur Radio Club Annual Field Day

The Rappahannock Amateur Radio Club (RVARC) and Stafford County Emergency Communications (EmComm) Team is holding its annual Field Day at the Curtis Memorial Park in Hartwood, VA starting at 2 PM on Saturday June 28th 2025 and ending at 2 PM on Sunday June 29th 2025. Field Day is the opportunity for thousands of amateur radio enthusiasts throughout the world to set up temporary communications stations and make contact with other radio stations. Radio operators spend the weekend practicing community outreach, emergency preparedness, and technical skills. The RVARC will host a “Get On The Air” station where you can get on the air and talk to other amateur radio operators, and you can also learn how to get your own amateur radio license! All events are free! For more details visit the RVARC website at http://rvarc.club or visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/RVARC

Rappahannock Valley Amateur Radio Club Annual Field Day at Curtis Park

The Rappahannock Amateur Radio Club (RVARC) and Stafford County Emergency Communications (EmComm) Team is holding its annual Field Day at the Curtis Memorial Park in Hartwood, VA starting at 2 PM on Saturday June 28th 2025 and ending at 2 PM on Sunday June 29th 2025. Field Day is the opportunity for thousands of amateur radio enthusiasts throughout the world to set up temporary communications stations and make contact with other radio stations. Radio operators spend the weekend practicing community outreach, emergency preparedness, and technical skills. The RVARC will host a “Get On The Air” station where you can get on the air and talk to other amateur radio operators, and you can also learn how to get your own amateur radio license! All events are free! For more details visit the RVARC website at https://rvarc.club or visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/RVARC

Spotsylvanians Chorus Christmas in June Singalong

Why wait until December to spread holiday cheer? Join the Spotsylvanans for a singalong featuring a sneak peek at their concert next December entitled “Christmas Around the World!” It’s a great chance to get to know the chorus and consider joining when rehearsals begin in August. The event will take place on June 30, 2025 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Marshall Center, 8800 Courthouse Rd., Spotsylvania, VA 22553,
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.