Spotsylvania supervisors set development standards for data centers
While no special-use permit will be required for data centers, buildings must be 1,000 feet from any residential property line, schools, churches, hospital or park.
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Rematch in Garrisonville: Yeung, Randall square off for supervisor again
It’s Randall vs. Yeung again, after the former lost by just 133 votes in 2021.
Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors denounces ‘harmful and dehumanizing’ racism in county
County residents speak out against racism in the county, including recent incident involving two Black female motorists on Partlow Road.
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‘Not politics as usual’: Finn calls on Kelly to drop out of Ward 3 City Council race
Statement comes in the wake of Republican committee endorsing Kelly in Ward 3 election.
Centennial Broadcasting to acquire WGRQ-FM and WGRX-FM in Fredericksburg
The transaction, which will add the operations of WGRQ and WGRX into Centennial’s existing station cluster, is expected to close later this year.
The ‘write’ stuff: Essay contest to determine next owner of historic downtown home
Contest operators Paula and Robert Welsh plan to donate significant portion of ticket sales to two local charities.
Trial date set for local judge accused of bribing a public official
Richard T. McGrath appeared in Spotsylvania County Circuit Court Monday afternoon, and his trial has been set for April 21, 2026.
Spotsylvania County middle school CTE teachers feted at the state level
The school board recognized Christine Culberson of Battlefield Middle School and Edie Brooks of Post Oak Middle for their achievements during a meeting Monday night.
Spotsylvania Planning Commission recommends approval of 2.2 million square foot data center campus
Hunters Ridge South will be located at the southern end of Cosner Drive if approved by the board of supervisors.
2025 Voter Guide: Spotsylvania County
Three board of supervisors races and three school board seats are on the ballot in Spotsylvania this election cycle.
On the Agenda, Aug. 11-15
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Rematch in Garrisonville: Yeung, Randall square off for supervisor again
It’s Randall vs. Yeung again, after the former lost by just 133 votes in 2021.
Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors denounces ‘harmful and dehumanizing’ racism in county
County residents speak out against racism in the county, including recent incident involving two Black female motorists on Partlow Road.
‘Not politics as usual’: Finn calls on Kelly to drop out of Ward 3 City Council race
Statement comes in the wake of Republican committee endorsing Kelly in Ward 3 election.
Centennial Broadcasting to acquire WGRQ-FM and WGRX-FM in Fredericksburg
The transaction, which will add the operations of WGRQ and WGRX into Centennial’s existing station cluster, is expected to close later this year.
The ‘write’ stuff: Essay contest to determine next owner of historic downtown home
Contest operators Paula and Robert Welsh plan to donate significant portion of ticket sales to two local charities.
Spotsylvania Commonwealth’s Attorney: Hate crime charges ‘remain on the table’ in Partlow Road incident
Community, faith leaders seeking answers, additional information about July 20 incident off Partlow Road in Spotsylvania County.
WATCH: FailSafe-ERA leads regional call to action, sounding the alarm on youth violence
Juanita Shanks leads coalition of local groups who are attempting to address youth gun violence.
Garden State native Darius Mayfield, now planted in Stafford, seeks congressional seat
Transplant is at least the third candidate vying for the GOP nomination in Virginia’s 7th District.
Faculty’s passion invigorates Mitchell entering second-year as Spotsylvania schools chief
Superintendent highlighted increase in funding, lower employee turnover and the division’s new strategic plan during convocation to kick off the upcoming school year.
Stafford schools launches Business and IT Center at Colonial Forge
The new specialty center aims to prepare the next generation of entrepreneurs, analysts and cybersecurity experts.
‘A natural fit’: Rappahannock Area YMCA names Boles new CEO
The Michigan native is currently the principal of Potomac High School in Prince William County.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
A good mid-summer weekend ahead.
‘You invested in a promise’: City cuts ribbon for new Walker-Grant Middle School
Officials held a ribbon cutting for the city’s new middle school, which opens its doors to students on Aug. 18.
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Biz Beat Roundup: Median housing prices in area hit $490K
Also inside: Western-wear company coming to Fredericksburg, apartments proposed in Stafford, fast-food restaurant closes
Biz Beat Banter: Antoine Carey
This week’s guest is Antoine Carey, a local entrepreneur and public speaker who was once incarcerated.
Biz Beat Clips: Earl’s True Value Hardware
This week we hear from Keri DeBernard, the third-generation owner of the iconic Earl’s True Value Hardware store in Stafford County. Learn about the history of Earl’s and what has made it a success.
Biz Beat Roundup: Downtown business to remain open
Also inside: Subdivision proposed on Lake Anna, new businesses open in Embrey Mill, new restaurant opens in North Stafford.
Biz Beat Banter: Rich Larochelle
This week we sit down with Rich Larochelle, who is helping to build a variety of local community-minded entities in the Fredericksburg area.
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WATCH: Victory & Valor weekend honors WWII legacy at former USO building
Historic Fredericksburg Foundation commemorates WWII’s 80th anniversary this weekend with a USO dance Friday and open house and blood drive Saturday at the former USO building–now the Dorothy Hart Center.
WATCH: Spotsylvania Supervisors condemn racism following community concerns
In response to community calls after an alleged racist attack on Partlow Road, the Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a statement denouncing all forms of racism as harmful and unacceptable in the county.
Loud noise expected during naval weapons testing at Dahlgren on August 13
Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division will perform weapons testing on August 13, with loud noise expected and river access restrictions in place for public safety.
WATCH: Rodas expresses gratitude to Spotsylvania school staff
Spotsylvania Vice Chair Belen Rodas thanked staff for joining the division, and Superintendent Clint Mitchell plans to visit every school by Friday.
LISTEN: Two-day commemoration marks World War II’s 80th anniversary
Mayo Carter and Danae Peckler preview Victory and Valor: World War II 80th Anniversary, a two-day commemorative event celebrating the legacy of the Greatest Generation.
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