King George officials celebrate ‘a new chapter’ with opening of courthouse
Construction of new courthouse came in just under the $28 million bond county secured for the project.
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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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Stafford County schools announce ‘tiered’ elementary schedule
The arrangement aims to improve transportation efficiency.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Fast forecast Nice spring weekend ahead in Fredericksburg region Afternoons in the 60s both days Next rain comes Monday, then again Wednesday Cooler than normal most of next week Gusty breezes bring in cooler air on...
Spotsylvania Planning Commission recommends data centers ‘by-right’ in industrial zones
Special use permits still required to construct data centers elsewhere in county.
A taxing process: King George administrator proposes no extra funding for schools
Board also approved a siting agreement for Harwood Battery Storage following a public hearing.
In Stafford, proposed data center regulation goes down by tight margin
Change would have required developers to obtain a permit for projects in parts of the county zoned for heavy industrial use.
Stafford County supervisors vote to advertise 5-cent tax rate increase
Eventual 4-3 vote comes after intense debate among supervisors, significant public input.
HFFI announces annual awards for historic preservation
The organization honored five people and two organizations for their work in historic preservation
Dismissed and distraught, local federal employees increasingly seek therapy
Spotsylvania County therapist Dr. Bridgette Williams said she’s seen an uptick in clients since the Trump administration began layoffs of federal employees in January.
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.
Stafford County schools announce ‘tiered’ elementary schedule
The arrangement aims to improve transportation efficiency.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Fast forecast Nice spring weekend ahead in Fredericksburg region Afternoons in the 60s both days Next rain comes Monday, then again Wednesday Cooler than normal most of next week Gusty breezes bring in cooler air on...
Spotsylvania Planning Commission recommends data centers ‘by-right’ in industrial zones
Special use permits still required to construct data centers elsewhere in county.
Finn announces run for full Ward 3 city council term
Former chair of the Fredericksburg Planning Commission, appointed to city council on a temporary basis this spring, will run to represent Ward 3 for a full term this fall.
Stafford County schools to open kindergarten registration Monday
Parents and guardians of children who will be 5 years old by Sept. 30 are encouraged to complete the online registration process.
Live from New York, it’s Tim Kaine!
Virginia’s junior U.S. senator recalled being on the show when he was in Fredericksburg recently.
Turnovers sting Jackets, who fall to Lord Botetourt in Class 3 championship
James Monroe got out to a 29-33 halftime lead but scored just five points in the third quarter en route to a 49-44 defeat.
PHOTOS: James Monroe girls’ basketball team falls in state championship game
The Yellow Jackets’ perfect season ended Saturday with a 49-44 loss to Lord Boutetort in the Class 3 finals.
Stacey Carroll enters race against Paul Milde for Virginia’s 64th House District
Democrat is a foster mother, member of National Guard and community advocate.
Community Connections Expo returns to offer essential services to those in need
Event offering haircuts, health screenings, clothing distribution and access to food will be held March 18.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Roundup: New tenant for large Central Park space
Also inside: Four new homes planned in Fredericksburg; sauna and cold-plunge studio coming to downtown; new project in works near Spotsylvania Publix.
Biz Beat Banter podcast going weekly
Starting April 1, our Biz Beat Banter podcast will be published weekly on Tuesdays.
Biz Beat Clips: La Tingeria
This week’s Biz Beat Clips video takes you to La Tingeria, an award-winning Mexican restaurant in the Southpoint area of Spotsylvania County.
Biz Beat Roundup: Trio of $3M-plus homes on market in Fredericksburg
Also inside: new ownership for downtown restaurant; field at UMW’s Battleground gets a new namesake; local housing market ‘abuzz with uncertainty.’
Biz Beat Banter Ep. 6: Janet Gullickson
Germanna Community College President Janet Gullickson is the guest on this month’s Biz Beat Banter podcast.
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News from B101.5/WFVA
State health officials investigate more potential measles exposures in NoVA
Virginia Department of Health is working to identify those who may have been exposed at Dulles or Reagan National Airports.
Marine Corps Base Quantico training schedule
Because training on Quantico is continuous, residents can expect to always hear some noise or feel vibrations.
PHOTOS: Final chance on Saturday to participate in the Virginia Renaissance Faire
Auditions Saturday afternoon at the downtown library.
PHOTOS: Annual D.A.R.E basketball game in Stafford raises over 5-thousand dollars
Law enforcement vs. educators at Colonial Forge High School.
WATCH: Leashes of Valor warrior-canine graduation this Saturday
Veterans and their service dogs officially graduate and begin their journeys together.
News from around Virginia
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.