‘This is gonna hurt’: Falmouth Bridge replacement to begin in 2030, last three years
New bridge will include 14-foot shared-use path on southbound lanes.
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In Stafford’s Hartwood supervisor race, it’s two longtime residents and an Air Force veteran
Incumbent Republican Darrell English has two independent challengers: Kelly Robertson and Marcus Oats.
On the Agenda, Nov. 3-7
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
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National champs: After setting state record, Colonial Forge relay soared to new heights
The Colonial Forge High School boys 400 meter relay team captured first-place at the New Balance Nationals Outdoor meet in Philadelphia recently.
Reframing Murphy’s law: Marine Lt. Col. graduates veterans docket
The Rappahannock Regional Veterans Treatment Docket gives service members a second chance after legal troubles.
No Kid Hungry honors Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank workers as Summer Hunger HeroesÂ
Pair’s outstanding commitment to summer hunger relief earns national recognition.
Youngkin appoints Fredericksburg businessman to UMW Board of Visitors
The governor also reappointed two other members to the governing body.
Business trip: Spanberger tours shops, addresses issues during campaign stop in Fredericksburg
Democratic candidate for governor met with small-business owners as part of her ‘Span Virginia Bus Tour.’
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Heat backs off, but still humid with showers, storms.
Long needled by zoning restrictions, tattooers hope to see city ink new ordinance
During a work session, councilors signaled an openness to removing 500-foot buffer between tattoo shops and residences.
Faith Housing Coalition hosting expo Saturday at James Monroe High School
Free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and features mortgage lenders, home inspectors, appraisers and real estate agents. Â
On the Agenda, Sept. 8-12
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
High school football roundup: Eagles continue strong start with rout of Patriot
In other marquee area matchups, Spotsylvania defeated Massaponax and Louisa shut out Courtland.
PHOTOS: Colonial Forge football defeats Patriot
Scenes from the Eagles’ 32-7 victory over Patriot on Friday night.
In Spotsylvania, Battlefield board of supervisors candidates find common ground
Baron Braswell and Chris Yakabouski are competing for the opportunity to serve the Battlefield District on the Spotsylvania County Board of Supervisors. But while they’re technically opponents for the second straight election cycle, they find themselves agreeing on...
Dominion proposes higher utility rates, new rate class for data centers
Planned rate hike would add $10.51 per month to residential customers’ bills starting in 2027.
Candidates will make their pitch at King George forum on Thursday
Doors open at Tabernacle Baptist Church at 5:30 p.m. for event hosted by county’s Tea Party.
Virginia slashes voter data costs ahead of 2025 elections
Change dramatically lowers the price of essential voter data — including lists of registered voters, new registrants, and past voters.
Where to stay cool — for free — in the Fredericksburg region
As temps soar, a list of cooling centers operating throughout the Fredericksburg region.
PODCAST: The Tribe, episode 4 (Medicine Wheel)
A hearing about a lease renewal thrusts the MacGregors’ accusations against the Patawomeck Tribe back into the public eye, and your hosts explore the land in question.
‘Wazee’ get their due at downtown Juneteenth celebration
Event hosted by FAM and longtime activist Eunice Haigler honored Black elders.
An appetite for teaching: Area educators recognized at Chamber of Commerce brunch
The chamber presented 27 awards in eight categories to local teachers.
Democrat Jones carried four of five localities in Fredericksburg area
While state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi also won the party’s nod for lieutenant governor, she didn’t shine in the Fredericksburg region.
PHOTOS: Expectant families celebrated at community baby shower
Free event held by Mary Washington Healthcare attracted more than 500 people on Saturday at the Fredericksburg Convention Center.
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Biz Beat Briefs, Oct. 2
“Biz Beat Briefs” will run every Wednesday morning and will include a roundup of business news items from around the Fredericksburg region.
Stafford’s Centreport Parkway experiencing wide-scale growth
Stafford County’s Centreport Parkway has seen significant commercial growth over the past few years, with numerous large distribution centers, offices and warehouses now dotting the landscape throughout the corridor and more in the works.
Atlantic Union Bank remains market leader in Fredericksburg region
Atlantic Union Bank has the largest market share of all banks in the Fredericksburg region, with 28.9 percent.
Restaurateur buys Fredericksburg Square property
The historic downtown Fredericksburg Square property has a new owner.
The Publisher has a story to tell, and Bill Vakos Jr. is the main character
Downtown Fredericksburg’s luxury hotel, restaurant reflect developer’s past and future legacies.
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WATCH: Your team vs. the Fredericksburg Area Museum—Who wins?
Locked in the Fredericksburg Area Museum after your tour, your team must solve brain-teasing puzzles across multiple floors to escape.
LISTEN: From Caroline street to global stage: Book signing for Ambassador Bridgewater this Sunday downtown
Retired Ambassador Pamela Bridgewater signs her memoir Bridging Troubled Waters this Sunday at 1 p.m. at Fredericksburg Visitor Center.
Range testing at Dahlgren; Loud noise and river access restrictions expected
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will conduct range testing the rest of the week, potentially causing loud noise in surrounding communities.
WATCH: Teens invited to explore policing in 10-week Fredericksburg Youth Academy
Starting September 15, Fredericksburg Youth Academy opens its doors to young adults ready to step into the world of law enforcement—not as spectators, but as participants.
PHOTOS: Dahlgren trail crew relocates rail car
A volunteer crew successfully relocated a 40,000-pound historic rail car along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail, with plans underway to move the caboose and construct a protective carport.
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