National Park Service sets summer hours for Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park
The park’s summer interpretive program starts June 9 and runs through Aug. 3.
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Population growth is ‘driver’ of Stafford Courthouse road improvement project
Construction on the $30 million effort will begin later this month.
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MWHC, RAHD release draft of 2025 Community Health Assessment
Affordable housing, behavioral health and access to providers are among the top issues affecting health across the Fredericksburg area.
‘Business as usual’ as JM girls attempt to complete perfect season
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Little’s impact with Tree Fredericksburg rooted in community support
Tree Fredericksburg founder was honored Thursday during city’s 37th annual Arbor Day celebration.
‘I hope we have more of that’: Spotsylvania School Board and supervisors share amicable dialogue
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
The project aims to improve Route 1 at Telegraph Road and Woodstock Lane, and construction will begin later this month.
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‘Fear mongering’ or raising awareness: Caroline supervisor, superintendent spar over school concerns
School division’s specific plans to ease overcrowding at two elementary schools meet resistance from board of supervisors.
Ranalli, other fired workers park themselves in front of Capitol to promote legislation
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.
‘A whole mess’: Jackson navigates Spotsylvania School Board meeting without a quorum
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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Biz Beat Banter Episode 1: Joel Griffin
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
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
Data center campuses in Stafford and Spotsylvania counties are believed to be the first two with shovels in ground across the Fredericksburg region.
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City gets updated bond rating from Moody’s, UMW gets a new CFO.
Company establishes Caroline County distribution center
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
Today would have been Josh Hardy’s 19th birthday.
Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank distribution this week
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
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
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
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.
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