‘Brick by brick:’ Wolverines go from winless to region champions in two years
In other Fredericksburg area playoff action, Riverbend dropped an overtime heartbreaker to Stone Bridge in the Region 5D title game.
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PHOTOS: North Stafford football wins Region 6B championship
Sights and scenes from the Wolverines’ 49-33 victory over the Vikings on Saturday.
To connect with Afghan students and families, FCPS chose ‘people over programs’
The school division hired three family connections liaisons through a grant from the Office of New Americans.
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Press Rewind: Nov. 24-29
Here’s what you may have missed last week, curated by Free Press staff.
On time and within budget: Hartwood High School prepares to receive students next year
The facility also will contain one of Stafford’s newest specialty centers.
PHOTOS: YMCA 5K Turkey Trot
Runners took to the streets of Fredericksburg early on Thanksgiving morning, looking to get some exercise before the holiday meal.
A warm gesture: Nonprofit leaders provide blankets, meals to unhoused over Thanksgiving holiday
At events throughout the Fredericksburg area this week, Redeema Rock and Sharon Kelley coordinated with other organizations to aid those in need.
FAMPO approves Rappahannock River Crossing study
Next, crossing will undergo a NEPA study to determine its exact location.
Virginia School Board Association honors Caroline’s Kelley with advocacy award
Two Stafford School Board members also were recognized.
Release the Kraken: Residents in Caroline, Stafford discuss plan for new power line
Dominion’s proposed 70-mile transmission line would go through parts of Caroline, Spotsylvania and Stafford counties.
PHOTOS: Colonial Forge drops a heartbreaker to Woodbridge in Region 6B semifinals
Eagles rally but fall short on potential game-winning two-point conversion attempt.
PHOTOS: North Stafford football wins Region 6B championship
Sights and scenes from the Wolverines’ 49-33 victory over the Vikings on Saturday.
To connect with Afghan students and families, FCPS chose ‘people over programs’
The school division hired three family connections liaisons through a grant from the Office of New Americans.
Press Rewind: Nov. 24-29
Here’s what you may have missed last week, curated by Free Press staff.
On time and within budget: Hartwood High School prepares to receive students next year
The facility also will contain one of Stafford’s newest specialty centers.
PHOTOS: YMCA 5K Turkey Trot
Runners took to the streets of Fredericksburg early on Thanksgiving morning, looking to get some exercise before the holiday meal.
Wolverines, Bears advance to region finals; Forge drops a heartbreaker
With a win at Stone Bridge next weekend, Riverbend can claim its first regional title in school history.
‘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.
Spotsylvania school officials defend handling of child sex abuse case after sentencing
A judge in Spotsylvania Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court sentenced Miguel Velasquez Velasco to 48 years in prison Friday.
No senior moment: Spotsylvania residents upset over looming transition of Marshall Community Center
Loss of pickleball program sours seniors; board approves list of legislative priorities and a development with 50 multi-family units.
Court hearing continued in Partlow Road incident; couple out on bond
Elizabeth Wolfrey and Mark Goodman will appear in Spotsylvania General District Court Feb. 18. Jamaria Gaskins and Amylah Majors, meanwhile, are out on bond.
Raising the bar? Spotsylvania schools seeking five full-time legal positions
Division will request full-time counsel, an internal investigator, two paralegals and an administrative assistant in the fiscal year 2027 budget.
Stafford supervisors agree not to lease land to Patawomeck Tribe
The matter could be brought before the board again, however, if more origin information is produced by the group.
Public can comment on new Dominion power line Thursday in Caroline
The Kraken Loop would go through Louisa, Spotsylvania, Caroline, Stafford and Fauquier counties.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Roundup: Large data center campus coming to Ladysmith
Also inside: New restaurant coming to former Cowboy Jack’s location, County Club names general manager, $2.4 million housing sale recorded in region
Biz Beat Banter: Cedric Rucker
This week, Bill sits down with longtime University of Mary Washington Dean Cedric Rucker on his career in education at his alma mater.
Biz Beat Clips: Cosmic Clawcade
This week, Bill takes viewers to the Spotsylvania Towne Centre to learn more about the new Cosmic Clawcade entertainment venue.
Biz Beat Roundup: New grocery store opens in City
Also inside: Changes coming to Stafford YMCA, Eagle Village business closes, rezoning proposed in Spotsylvania
Biz Beat Banter: Seth Silber
This week, Bill sits down with Seth Silber, whose many hats include being president of the Fredericksburg Nationals, co-chairman of the Fredericksburg Free Press’ Board, and a prominent D.C.-area anti-trust attorney.
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News from B101.5/WFVA
Food Bank distribution this week
The Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank says residents can come once a week for Drive-Thru or Walk-Up distributions, no ID required—just a few quick questions to help staff serve everyone.
PHOTOS: Small Business Saturday downtown
A bright, cold Saturday drew a strong turnout downtown as residents shopped local and supported Fredericksburg’s small businesses.
PHOTOS: Fredericksburg Host Lions Club launches annual Christmas tree sale
Volunteers unloaded a truckload of trees at dawn, launching a fundraiser that helps provide screenings, school supplies, scholarships and more.
WATCH: PonShop and River Rock make the case for shopping local
Two downtown Fredericksburg business owners say shopping small creates a personal connection that sets the experience apart from big-box or online retailers.
PHOTOS: Behind the scenes of Whittingham’s Christmas windows
Bob Whittingham’s Christmas windows in downtown Fredericksburg were months in the making—an idea sparked over the summer and carried out with meticulous planning.
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