On the Agenda, March 16-20
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
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Stafford County Administrator’s proposed budget would increase real-estate tax rate by 6 cents
The levy would go from $0.9236 per $100 of assessed value to $0.985.
Virginia General Assembly advances cannabis retail framework
If legislation is signed into law, retail sales of cannabis could begin as early as November.
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‘There is a game going on’: Two remaining Bowling Green mobile home park residents befuddled by owner’s latest moves
Sisters Viola Medley and Mildred Tufail had eviction cases dismissed on Monday in Caroline County General District Court.
Stafford Supervisor Monica Gary exits Aquia District race — again
The contest will now be between Maya Guy and Hank Scharpenberg.
RACSB purchases Spotsylvania building to serve as ‘Crisis Receiving Center’
Facility will serve as 24-hour ‘safe space’ for people experiencing psychiatric emergencies, starting in spring 2027.
‘Go to hell’: tempers flare at King George Board of Supervisors meeting
Board approved rezoning application from Dahlgren Innovation Hub, whose developers are offering $12 million in proffers.
‘One pill can kill’ forum focuses on dangers of fentanyl, power of Narcan
Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares hosted forum at Salem Fields Church in Spotsylvania County.
Fredericksburg hires Flippen as assistant city manager for utilities and capital projects
In newly-created role, he’ll oversee wastewater treatment plant expansion, construction of new fire station.
Stafford supervisors not quite ‘ready to roll’ on proposed data center regulations
Board voted 4-3 Tuesday night to hold a work session next week during which it will further discuss the impact of the facilities.
‘This is dragging on:’ Caroline School Board perplexed by supervisors’ refusal to meet
Supervisors pushed for renovations to Bowling Green Elementary School, then declined school board’s invitation for a joint meeting to discuss the project.
On the Agenda, Nov. 10-14
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
PHOTOS: Bears cap perfect regular season with win over North Stafford
Riverbend earned its first outright Commonwealth District title in program history on Friday night.
Caroline students who integrated school division 60 years ago share experiences
In 1965, 13 Black students chose to integrate Caroline High School, and two siblings did the same at Bowling Green Elementary. Their experience has never been recognized.
High school football roundup: Riverbend defeats North Stafford to complete perfect regular season
Colonial Forge, Courtland, Brooke Point, Spotsylvania, and Chancellor also picked up district victories Friday night.
Against the stream? Parents ask city school board to address technology usage
Access to YouTube, online gaming called into question at school board meeting.
Stafford County detective Wood honored for solving cold murder case
Investigator was among public servants recognized at the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 9th Annual First Responders Awards Breakfast.
Harrison Road to close overnight in Spotsylvania County on Tuesday
The road will close to through traffic between Gordon and Old Plank roads for two evenings for road-widening construction.
Party like it’s 1945: World War II veteran Toye feted for service at HFFI event
The 98-year-old Spotsylvania resident was just 18 when he shipped off to Okinawa in 1944, serving as a quartermaster.
Free Press candidate questionnaire: Paul Milde
Paul Milde is a Republican candidate for the House of Delegates 64th District, which includes parts of Stafford County.
On the Agenda, Aug. 18-22
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Free Press candidate questionnaire: Forrest Miller
Forrest Miller is the Democratic candidate for Virginia House of Delegates District 63, which includes part of Spotsylvania County.
Eric Bach has given a play-by-play of his experience as a gay man in baseball. Now, the voice of the FredNats wants to talk shop.
In many ways, Bach, 27, resembles the players whose exploits he describes: he, too, is looking to get noticed and climb the rungs of professional baseball.
Caroline Board of Supervisors purchases new voting machines a month before first ballots cast
Supervisors Floyd Thomas and Reginald Underwood objected to the purchase of accessibility software, citing the timing of the start of early voting.
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News from B101.5/WFVA
Loud Navy range testing Wednesday–Thursday near Dahlgren
Navy range testing later this week will produce loud noise and close part of the Potomac River in King George.
Area road work this week
For updated information, check 511Virginia
Food Bank distributions this week
The Food Bank says you can come once a week for Drive-Thru or Walk-Up distributions.
WATCH: Central Rappahannock River Habitat for Humanity broadens path to homeownership
Central Rappahannock River Habitat for Humanity is expanding its programs to make affordable homeownership possible for more families through new financial options.
Fall color still slow to arrive across Virginia
Warm, wet weather continues to delay Virginia’s fall color change, though brighter hues are slowly emerging in the state’s western and central regions.
News from around Virginia
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.