Stafford launching safety surveys on Garrisonville and Warrenton roads
The online surveys will be open through May 16. Additional opportunities for public input will be available this fall.
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UPDATED: ‘No direct threat’ to city schools after manhunt involving FBI
Police say that Fasihullah Safar, 16, who was spotted at James Monroe High School earlier this week, is in custody in New Jersey.
Vindman: U.S. attorney inquiry part of Trump ‘retribution campaign’
The federal prosecutor requested information from the congressman last month.
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FredNats’ Sykora named Carolina League Pitcher of the Week
Righty has been one of the best starting pitchers in the Carolina League since being promoted to Fredericksburg on May 1.
Seizure aimed to provide a stable environment for Stafford County horses
Owner Caroline O’Neill pleaded no contest to animal cruelty charges in December related to her care of approximately 25 horses that were ultimately seized by Stafford Animal Control.
Chesapeake Bay Program report: Rappahannock River grasses increased
Underwater grasses act like the “antacids” of the Bay, diminishing the acidity of the water caused by agricultural runoff and untreated waste.
Press Rewind, July 28-Aug. 3
A state education official visited the area for a conversation on cell phone policies, the Fredericksburg Fire Chief sat down to detail the city’s response to the CSX train derailment and high school football practice got underway in extreme heat, in this week’s edition of Press Rewind.
Photo gallery: Closing weekend at the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair
Sights and scenes from the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair, which closes on Sunday.
Panthers, Knights open new eras with familar faces at the helm
High school football teams across the Fredericksburg area officially opened practice on Thursday
Fort Walker enters agreement with Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation
The 10-year agreement aims to preserve and protect animal, plant and aquatic habitats at the installation.
Virginia’s sales tax holiday is underway
The tax-free weekend, which includes school supplies, started Friday morning and ends Sunday night.
Fredericksburg City Council hails data centers as ‘generational’ opportunity
After passing resolution on data centers, the body then went into closed session to discuss a development in Celebrate Virginia South.
Supervisor Vanuch: Let’s help bring a bowling alley, a movie theater to Stafford
Joint meeting between supervisors, EDA sparks conversation about which businesses to attract.
Spotsylvania school officials: racist threats will not be tolerated
Division emailed parents and guardians Tuesday evening informing them of threatening messages being sent to Black students.
All aboard the democracy train, er, trolley
UMW Votes program offered free transportation to students on Election Day.
Local independent film to be released Friday
A local screening of ‘Written by Mike’ will be held 8 p.m. Saturday at Red Dragon Brewery following the release.
Once overlooked, Pimentel has been a hit for FredNats
First baseman leads the FredNats (55-41) in OPS (.711), AVG (.274), RBIs (65), hits (88) and doubles (16).
Restaurant week serves diners a chance to explore
Bi-annual event shines spotlight on dining (and imbibing) in Fredericksburg.
‘Female Husbands’ book talk to be held at Fredericksburg Area Museum
Dr. Jen Manion will discuss her book, ‘Female Husbands: A Trans History’ on Saturday from 2-4 p.m.
Regional home sales prices continue to rise
FAAR Report: rental market steady with lease renewal increases are in the triple digits.
FFP exclusive: Fredericksburg Fire Chief Mike Jones talks derailment, response
The Free Press sat down with Jones to discuss the CSX derailment, his department’s response and his takeaways from the incident.
Spotsylvania School Board holds heated final meeting before new superintendent begins
Former Massaponax basketball standout Aaron McFarland introduced as Panthers boys’ head coach.
Fredericksburg city crime report, July 24-31
Would-be auto thieves squander prime opportunity to steal Amazon truck.
‘Commonwealth Conversation’ yields mixed signals on phone use in schools
Several local superintendents, administrators and school board members attended Tuesday’s talk, which was hosted by the state Department of Education.
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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.
WATCH: Colonial Beach praised for use of community development funds
Two agencies–USDA Rural Development and the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development– selected Colonial Beach to announced a new phase of the Rural Community Development Initiative that aims to boost economic growth in small towns.
PHOTOS: Fall on the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail
Indiantown Road entrance in King George.
WATCH: A Stafford tradition–the Ferry Farm Elementary DARE march
A partnership betwen Stafford Schools and the Sheriff’s Office to talk to kids about saying no to drugs.
PHOTOS: Ferry Farm Elementary DARE march
Chanting “Just Say No” as they walked the neighborhood around their school, the annual Ferry Farm Elementary School DARE march with the Stafford Sheriff’s Office.
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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.