Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
On the Agenda, Oct. 27-31
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On the Agenda, Oct. 20-24
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
No Kings protest draws over 2,000 in Fredericksburg
Large, sign-wielding crowd comes out to protest actions of Trump administration.
COLUMN: Let’s use future data center revenue to show some ‘basic’ charity
With a portion of the revenue generated by the technology developments, Fredericksburg could uplift its most vulnerable residents.
Betty Jean Powell
Betty Jean Powell, lovingly known as “Momma Betty” to all and “Gaga,” to close family and friends, resided in Fredericksburg, Virginia, until she entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 3:27 a.m. She was 81 years old. Born to a large and loving...
On the Agenda, Oct. 13-17
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Steve Gardner: The shoeless man of Fredericksburg
No shoes, no problem says barefoot believer.
Forced to improvise, jazz collective finds new arrangement at Curitiba
For nonprofit, same jam but a new venue and more inclusive cast.
Familiar chef and bourbon room make perfect pairing
Chef Blake Bethem creates the changing menu of shareable dishes at Ironclad Inn’s tasting room.
Fredericksburg bicycle and pedestrian connector project finishes early
Paved path along Lafayette Boulevard between Twin Lake Drive and St. Paul Street is now open.
Star-spangled celebrations: Your guide to a fabulous Fourth of July in the Fredericksburg region
From Stafford to Caroline and points in-between, a full list of festivities on and about the Fourth.
‘Option C’ for new Rappahannock River crossing gets regional endorsement
The road would generally run from Celebrate Virginia Parkway in Stafford County, cross the river west of the quarry and connect with Gordon Shelton Boulevard in Fredericksburg.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Showers continue Friday and Saturday before seasonal temps return.
River crossing ‘Option C’ gets a passing grade from Stafford supervisors
A new river crossing west of Interstate 95 has been under consideration for more than a year.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
A cool weekend in store for Memorial Day with possibility of a little rain Sunday.
New Rappahannock River crossing route still up in the air
A few options are still on the table for a path that would be built west of Interstate 95.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Summer-like start to the weekend, but a cooler finish.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
A split weekend of weather lies ahead for the Fredericksburg region.
Citizens committee recommends path for new Rappahannock River crossing
It’s still not certain that a new bridge will be built, but regional transportation planners will discuss the issue again in June.
FredNats announce 2025 Opening Day roster
Roster includes nine members of Washington’s 2024 draft class.
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