Spanberger reflects on time in Congress, looks ahead to gubernatorial run
As she prepares to leave Congress, the Democrat looks back at legislative achievements, hurdles.
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‘Party like he’d want us to’: Friends, family of Tyler Jones toast to a life cut short
Tyler Jones, 23, remembered as a fiercely loyal friend who ‘was getting his shit together.’
Column: A dirge for the dog who made my heart sing
My dog, Larry, got sick last weekend and then unexpectedly passed away Wednesday morning.
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City Police make third arrest in connection to downtown shooting
Eric Costley, 22, of Spotsylvania, faces charges including second-degree murder.
FailSafe Holiday Shoppe a ‘blessing’ for area families affected by incarceration
Sixth annual event offered food, clothing, toys and supplies to families.
Assault charge against Spotswood Elementary School assistant principal dismissed
Misty Kelley was accused of assaulting a 5-year-old first-grade student on Aug. 28.
Senate passes bill renaming Fredericksburg post office for Gladys P. Todd
Revered schoolteacher and community organizer was a fixture in the city’s civil rights movement.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Sorry, Fredericksburg: no white Christmas this year.
Man wanted in connection with Fredericksburg shooting surrenders in West Virginia
Elijah Musgrove is facing charges including second-degree murder in the shooting death of Tyler Lee Jones.
FredNats coaching staff announced for 2025 season
McMillon takes over as manager; Lord, Habas and Meyer return from 2024 Carolina League title-winning staff.
Help Wanted: GWRC explores idea of second street outreach position
City separately pursuing a downtown outreach position in coordination with RACSB.
‘Party like he’d want us to’: Friends, family of Tyler Jones toast to a life cut short
Tyler Jones, 23, remembered as a fiercely loyal friend who ‘was getting his shit together.’
Column: A dirge for the dog who made my heart sing
My dog, Larry, got sick last weekend and then unexpectedly passed away Wednesday morning.
City Police make third arrest in connection to downtown shooting
Eric Costley, 22, of Spotsylvania, faces charges including second-degree murder.
FailSafe Holiday Shoppe a ‘blessing’ for area families affected by incarceration
Sixth annual event offered food, clothing, toys and supplies to families.
Assault charge against Spotswood Elementary School assistant principal dismissed
Misty Kelley was accused of assaulting a 5-year-old first-grade student on Aug. 28.
Stafford Board of Supervisors votes to censure Monica Gary
Gary labels board’s action a ‘serious violation of the Civil Rights Act.’
City acknowledges vandalism at parks, asks for public’s help
Fredericksburg spent more than $7,000, not including staff time, to address destruction in public places.
Stafford schools to receive $2M DOD grant
Grant to enhance S.T.E.M. education and social-emotional learning
Donation to drive growth of criminal justice program at Mountain View High School
The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office announced the donation of a decommissioned police cruiser to support ‘LEAPS’ program.
Caroline school board and supervisors united in support of JLARC findings
School board and board of supervisors jointly urging support for the JLARC study on funding K-12 public education.
Virginia Black Chamber, workforce development board granted more than $600,000
Two projects focus on targeted industries in the Fredericksburg area, Northern Neck and Middle Peninsula.
Arrest made in connection to downtown Fredericksburg shooting
A second suspect, Elijah Musgrove, is still at large and should be considered armed and dangerous, police say.
More than a Faire turnout: FAM market spreads holiday cheer
More than 3,000 people attended the authentic German-style market held in downtown’s Market Square.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
McNally winding down time with Community Foundation
Foundation has seen enormous growth in assets, community impact under longtime CEO’s watch.
Biz Beat Briefs: Dec. 18
Pharmacy opens in FXBG, new leadership teams for FAAR and Chamber, Spotsy cafe celebrates anniversary, Publix opens
What sold last week: Warrenton Road property tops list
See the list of 72 homes that sold last week in the region.
Biz Beat Clips: Laudenbach Brewing
On this week’s edition of Biz Beat Clips we take you to Laudenbach Brewing, the first business to open in a new building at 45 Centreport Parkway in Stafford County.
UMW Foundation shifting focus amid endowment growth
While overseeing UMW endowment’s growth, the UMW Foundation has shifted away from real estate as a focus.
News from B101.5/WFVA
LISTEN: Fire safety for the holidays
Chief Jay Cullinan with Spotsylvania Fire, Rescue & Emergency Management talks about Christmas tree safety and when it’s time to get the tree out of the house.
Area road work this week
VDOT is suspending many highway work zones and lifting most lane closures on interstates and other major roads from noon on Tuesday until noon on Thursday for the Christmas holiday.
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.
PHOTOS: Audubon Bird Count in Orange County
Historic Germanna hosted a Christmas bird walk/Audubon annual Christmas Bird Count at Historic Salubria in Orange County on Saturday.
PHOTOS: Wee Christmas at Kenmore
The 10th annual Dollhouses and Miniatures show thru December 30th.
News from around Virginia
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.