
2025 Voter Guide: King George County
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Sep 4, 2025
Early voting begins Sept. 19. Election Day is Nov. 4.

Warner, Dems bemoan Fredericksburg VA staffing after Trump administration ‘denigrates’ workforce
by Jonathan Hunley | Sep 2, 2025
Rep. Eugene Vindman said he’s tried to talk to the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs about the matter — to no avail.

Candidate questionnaire: Bobby Orrock
by FFP staff | Sep 2, 2025
Orrock is a Republican running for re-election in the House of Delegates 66th district, which includes parts of Spotsylvania and Caroline counties.
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Data center gets endorsements — from both a neighbor and Stafford Planning Commission
by Jonathan Hunley | Sep 1, 2025
Now, the proposed project goes before the Board of Supervisors.

On the Agenda, Sept. 1-5
by FFP staff | Sep 1, 2025
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.

Happy homecoming: Spotsylvania’s Lunsford enjoys successful debut in return to alma mater
by Devin Payne | Aug 30, 2025
Courtland, James Monroe, Riverbend, Caroline, Colonial Forge, Mountain View and Brooke Point also pick up victories in week one.
PHOTOS: Scenes from opening night of the high school football season
by Jeff Kearney | Aug 30, 2025
Photojournalist Jeff Kearney was on the sidelines as Courtland hosted Massaponax on Friday night.

‘Ugliest piece of legislation’: Warner hopeful GOP colleagues rethink parts of Trump bill
by Jonathan Hunley | Aug 29, 2025
U.S. senator says Republicans sold their souls to the president.

Medical Arts Building re-use gets green light from City Planning Commission
by Joey LoMonaco | Aug 29, 2025
The building, considered a ‘character structure’ in city’s Area 6 plan, would be adapted to house 30 apartment units.

VDOT, Spotsylvania officials hopeful traffic light signals a turning point for dangerous intersection
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Aug 28, 2025
VDOT is installing a traffic light at the intersection of Tidewater Trail and Glendas Way, where there have been four pedestrian deaths in recent years.

Stafford supervisors look toward further scrutiny of data centers
by Jonathan Hunley | Aug 28, 2025
The board scheduled a joint public hearing with the Stafford Planning Commission for Oct. 21.

Warner, Dems bemoan Fredericksburg VA staffing after Trump administration ‘denigrates’ workforce
by Jonathan Hunley | Sep 2, 2025
Rep. Eugene Vindman said he’s tried to talk to the U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs about the matter — to no avail.

Candidate questionnaire: Bobby Orrock
by FFP staff | Sep 2, 2025
Orrock is a Republican running for re-election in the House of Delegates 66th district, which includes parts of Spotsylvania and Caroline counties.

Data center gets endorsements — from both a neighbor and Stafford Planning Commission
by Jonathan Hunley | Sep 1, 2025
Now, the proposed project goes before the Board of Supervisors.

On the Agenda, Sept. 1-5
by FFP staff | Sep 1, 2025
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.

Happy homecoming: Spotsylvania’s Lunsford enjoys successful debut in return to alma mater
by Devin Payne | Aug 30, 2025
Courtland, James Monroe, Riverbend, Caroline, Colonial Forge, Mountain View and Brooke Point also pick up victories in week one.

Back in black — and orange: Serbay returns to coach at JM after five-year absence
by Devin Payne | Aug 28, 2025
Former James Monroe High School head coach Rich Serbay returns to the school he led to four state championships in a 35-year run.

Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors approve potential 2.2-million-square-foot data center campus
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Aug 27, 2025
Supervisors Lori Hayes and Jacob Lane voted against the Hunters Ridge South project.

With memorial to Spotsylvania students nearly complete, board member questions underlying policy
by Taft Coghill Jr. | Aug 27, 2025
School board member Lorita Daniels requested the policy regulating the memorial park be revisited.

City to move forward with crafting ordinance for neighborhood conservation districts
by Joey LoMonaco | Aug 27, 2025
At her final meeting before retirement, longtime clerk Lacey feted for decades of service.

Stafford County’s newest high school will be called ‘Hartwood’
by FFP staff | Aug 27, 2025
The division’s newest high school will welcome students in the fall of 2026.

2025 Voter Guide: Stafford County
by Jonathan Hunley | Aug 26, 2025
Four board of supervisors races and four school board seats are on the ballot in Stafford this election cycle.

City school board to hold special meeting Wednesday to discuss transportation issues
by Joey LoMonaco | Aug 26, 2025
Wednesday’s meeting will include a period for public comment.

PODCAST: Coffee Shop Talk with Deuntay Diggs (black coffee at Anita’s Cafe)
by Joey LoMonaco | Aug 25, 2025
Diggs, the current chair of the Stafford County Board of Supervisors, opens up about his childhood traumas and how he emerged as an individual who doesn’t fit preconceived molds.
Fredericksburg Biz Beat

Biz Beat Roundup: Construction picks up on Princess Anne/Fall Hill corridor
by Bill Freehling | Sep 3, 2025
Also inside: Mary Washington Healthcare acquires pediatric practice, fire temporarily closes downtown restaurant, homebuilder acquires 747 acres in Stafford

Biz Beat Banter: Doug Stewart
by Bill Freehling | Sep 2, 2025
This week’s episode features local financial advisor Doug Stewart discussing his career, philanthropy, and personal challenges.

Biz Beat Clips: A look inside a William Street live-work unit
by Bill Freehling | Sep 1, 2025
The new owners of the building at 541 William St. in Downtown Fredericksburg have opened three businesses inside the structure, which also serves as their home.

Biz Beat Roundup: Jay’s Downtown Sports Lounge closes after losing ABC license
by Bill Freehling | Aug 27, 2025
Also inside: Publisher Hotel earns accolade, former Goodwill HQ sold for $7.85 million, local medical school in the works?

Biz Beat Banter: Xavier Richardson
by Bill Freehling | Aug 26, 2025
This week we sit down with longtime community and Mary Washington Healthcare leader Xavier Richardson.
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News from B101.5/WFVA

LISTEN: From Caroline street to global stage: Book signing for Ambassador Bridgewater this Sunday downtown
by Ted Schubel | Sep 3, 2025
Retired Ambassador Pamela Bridgewater signs her memoir Bridging Troubled Waters this Sunday at 1 p.m. at Fredericksburg Visitor Center.

Range testing at Dahlgren; Loud noise and river access restrictions expected
by Ted Schubel | Sep 3, 2025
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will conduct range testing the rest of the week, potentially causing loud noise in surrounding communities.

WATCH: Teens invited to explore policing in 10-week Fredericksburg Youth Academy
by Ted Schubel | Sep 2, 2025
Starting September 15, Fredericksburg Youth Academy opens its doors to young adults ready to step into the world of law enforcement—not as spectators, but as participants.

PHOTOS: Dahlgren trail crew relocates rail car
by Ted Schubel | Sep 1, 2025
A volunteer crew successfully relocated a 40,000-pound historic rail car along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail, with plans underway to move the caboose and construct a protective carport.

Area road work this week
by Ted Schubel | Sep 1, 2025
For updated information, check 511Virginia.
News from around Virginia



Long Family Farmers Market

Dive into the heart of local flavor with Long Family Markets, where every bite and buy supports local dreams! Since 2015, we’ve been the go-to spot in Northern VA for fresh, made-with-love goods. From Stafford to Spotsylvania, and soon Woodbridge, we’re growing to bring more of what you love closer to you. Proudly veteran-owned, we’re not just a market; we’re a community, celebrating local foods, artisan crafts, and the stories behind them. Shop with us and taste the difference passion makes!
Long Family Markets partners with the best local producers to bring you a wide variety of products that are made, baked or grown by the seller. At all of our market locations you will find locally grown fruits & vegetables, meats, eggs, seafood, honey, cheese, baked goods, pickles, kettle corn, salsa, candles, soaps, plants, flowers, home decor, hand crafted artisan goods and more.
We are proud to be a Veteran Family Owned Business.

Free Native Tree Giveaway

Free Tree Giveaway:
2,400 free one-gallon native trees are available to the public, 20 different native species to choose from. Limit five trees per Virginia household. See list on our website https://www.treefredericksburg.org/
- Online reservations for trees and shrubs start August 6 for residents of 22401 and August 13 for all other Virginia residents.
- No commercial entities or out-of-state residents allowed.
- Trees must be picked up by you or your designee on Sunday, September 28 between Noon and 3 pm at the Fred Nationals Baseball Stadium, 42 Jackie Robinson Way, 22401.


The beloved story of Maria, a governess who brings music and joy to the von Trapp family amidst the backdrop of World War II.
Ticket Information:
- Dinner and Show Tickets:
- Adult: $82 (plus applicable taxes)
- Seniors (65+): $77 (plus applicable taxes)
- Children (3-17): $70 (plus applicable taxes)
- Military Discount (limit 4 tickets with ID): $77 (plus applicable taxes)
- Show Only Tickets:
- Adult: $65
- Seniors (65+): $60
- Children (3-17): $55
- RUSH (same day purchase, limited availability, must mention RUSH): $35
Please note that there is a $5.00 online processing fee added per ticket.
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.