‘We’ve got to stop saying no to everything’: King George supervisor suggests residents must embrace projects — or higher taxes — in future
The board kept the real estate tax rate at 68 cents per $100 of assessed value, but Supervisor David Sullins warns that increases are coming.
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Aquia District voters will have choice of three candidates for supervisor in November
Supervisor Monica Gary, an independent, will face Democrat Maya Guy and Republican Hank Scharpenberg.
Kids theater group is a golden ticket to the performing arts
Extended production of Willy Wonka begins June 6 in King George.
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VDOT: Railroad maintenance to close Paige Road in Caroline County
It will be shut down to through traffic at the railroad crossing between the Mattaponi River bridge and Roy Brooks Lane.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Brace for a windy and warm weekend, ending with storms.
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.
King George Planning Commission defers action on 356-acre data center project
Project is expected to generate nearly $19 million in annual tax revenue and more than $560 million over 30 years.
Vindman introduces bill to require cellphone-free classrooms
The issue is a bipartisan one, as Gov. Glenn Youngkin issued an executive order last year calling for phone-free education in Virginia.
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.
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.
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.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Walmart reigns as regional grocery leader
Walmart captured about 20.1 percent of the Fredericksburg-area grocery market, while Giant placed second with 15.1 percent.
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.
Biz Beat Briefs, Oct. 16
City gets updated bond rating from Moody’s, UMW gets a new CFO.
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LISTEN: Change this year for UMW’s Mary Wash Day
UMW’s Shelby Orlando says the fundraiser is from noon April 2 to noon April 3rd.
PHOTOS: RAAI annual spring plant sale begins Thursday at 750 Kings Highway
Vegetables, herbs, flowers and some fruits.
WATCH: Bridge the Gap–Regional Criminal Justice Academy raising money for facility improvements
The Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy provides training for area law enforcement.
Area road work this week
Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
Loud range testing at Dahlgren Monday and Tuesday
Testing Monday and Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. may produce very loud noise in communities surrounding Naval Support Facility Dahlgren.
News from around Virginia
Race with us throughout 2025 and make this year your strongest year yet! We have 4 great in-person races that’ll keep you moving all year long, so grab your family and friends and get registered! Those who complete all 4 races in the series will receive their finisher swag after the Frosty 5K.Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.