The seven candidates on Fredericksburg’s May 3 general election ballot will answer questions about technology related issues.
FredXchange Hosts Candidate Forum April 18
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What to Do if You’re Thinking About Filing for a Tax Extension
If you’re not going to finish your tax return on time, file for an extension.
Vote for Eileen’s Bakery in the Virginia Culinary Challenge
Eileen’s is a finalist in Virginia Tourism Corporation’s 2016 Culinary Challenge.
Allman’s Bar-B-Q Places Third in Virginia Culinary Challenge
Allman’s Bar-B-Q is located at 1299 Jefferson Davis Hwy. in Fredericksburg.
City Council Begins Review of $90M Recommended Budget
The city manager’s recommended budget is a 1.95 percent increase over FY 2016.
Fredericksburg Region Traffic Alerts April 17 – 23
Hot spots in Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, Caroline and Westmoreland.
UMW Dedicates Hurley Convergence Center, Unveils Presidential Portrait
The honors were for President Richard V. Hurley, who is retiring in June.
Mayoral Candidate Questionnaire: Richard Dynes
Richard Dynes and Mary Katherine Greenlaw are running for mayor in Fredericksburg’s May 3, 2016, election.
Weekend Calendar April 15 – 17
A selection of special events in the Fredericksburg region for the weekend of April 15 – 17, 2016.
Mayoral Candidate Questionnaire: Mary Katherine Greenlaw
Mary Katherine Greenlaw and Richard Dynes are running for mayor in Fredericksburg’s May 3, 2016, election.
Fredericksburg Farmer’s Market Opens April 16
The Saturday Fredericksburg Farmer’s Market officially opens for the season on April 16, 2016.
Richard Dynes Enters Race for Fredericksburg Mayor
Dynes is vice chairman of Fredericksburg’s Planning Commission.
No Guinness World Record for UMW
UMW had planned to honor retiring President Richard Hurley with a Guinness World Record for high fives.
Fredericksburg, Este Mayors Sign Sister City Proclamation
Today’s ceremony in Fredericksburg completed the official establishment of the sister city partnership.
This Week in Culpeper, April 13 – 19
Visit neighboring Culpeper for these special events.
UMW Aims for a Guinness World Record
The challenge will be to have on hand more than 432 pairs of jumping high-fivers, in honor of the high-fiving president.
Timothy J. Baroody Named Fredericksburg City Manager
Baroody currently serves as Stafford County Deputy County Administrator and Director of Economic Development.
Route 17 Crossover Closing at Melchers Drive and Washington Street
The decision to close the crossover was made after a review found 53 crashes occurred there over a four-year period.
Historic Fredericksburg Foundation 2016 Preservation Awards
The awards acknowledge those who have made exceptional contributions to historic preservation in the Fredericksburg region.
Public Hearing April 12 on Liberty Place Incentive Package
Local developer Tom Wack is requesting a 45 percent reduction of Liberty Place’s real estate tax bill for the next 10 years.
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