Kaine, Warner vote no, but Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ passes U.S. Senate
Rep. Eugene Vindman, who represents the Fredericksburg area, also voted against the bill when it was taken up in the House.
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Downtown Greens receives grant for ‘community beautification’
Grant will cover planting of native plant species, installation of educational signage.
City seeking junior reporter for ‘Zip Trip’ TV segment
Series will spotlight Fredericksburg’s business, culture and events on July 25.
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Here are some of the new state laws that will take effect Tuesday
They concern everything from cyberbullying to insurance coverage.
National champs: After setting state record, Colonial Forge relay soared to new heights
The Colonial Forge High School boys 400 meter relay team captured first-place at the New Balance Nationals Outdoor meet in Philadelphia recently.
Reframing Murphy’s law: Marine Lt. Col. graduates veterans docket
The Rappahannock Regional Veterans Treatment Docket gives service members a second chance after legal troubles.
No Kid Hungry honors Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank workers as Summer Hunger Heroes
Pair’s outstanding commitment to summer hunger relief earns national recognition.
Youngkin appoints Fredericksburg businessman to UMW Board of Visitors
The governor also reappointed two other members to the governing body.
Business trip: Spanberger tours shops, addresses issues during campaign stop in Fredericksburg
Democratic candidate for governor met with small-business owners as part of her ‘Span Virginia Bus Tour.’
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Heat backs off, but still humid with showers, storms.
Long needled by zoning restrictions, tattooers hope to see city ink new ordinance
During a work session, councilors signaled an openness to removing 500-foot buffer between tattoo shops and residences.
Downtown Greens receives grant for ‘community beautification’
Grant will cover planting of native plant species, installation of educational signage.
City seeking junior reporter for ‘Zip Trip’ TV segment
Series will spotlight Fredericksburg’s business, culture and events on July 25.
Here are some of the new state laws that will take effect Tuesday
They concern everything from cyberbullying to insurance coverage.
National champs: After setting state record, Colonial Forge relay soared to new heights
The Colonial Forge High School boys 400 meter relay team captured first-place at the New Balance Nationals Outdoor meet in Philadelphia recently.
Reframing Murphy’s law: Marine Lt. Col. graduates veterans docket
The Rappahannock Regional Veterans Treatment Docket gives service members a second chance after legal troubles.
Faith Housing Coalition hosting expo Saturday at James Monroe High School
Free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and features mortgage lenders, home inspectors, appraisers and real estate agents.
Candidates will make their pitch at King George forum on Thursday
Doors open at Tabernacle Baptist Church at 5:30 p.m. for event hosted by county’s Tea Party.
Virginia slashes voter data costs ahead of 2025 elections
Change dramatically lowers the price of essential voter data — including lists of registered voters, new registrants, and past voters.
Where to stay cool — for free — in the Fredericksburg region
As temps soar, a list of cooling centers operating throughout the Fredericksburg region.
PODCAST: The Tribe, episode 4 (Medicine Wheel)
A hearing about a lease renewal thrusts the MacGregors’ accusations against the Patawomeck Tribe back into the public eye, and your hosts explore the land in question.
‘Wazee’ get their due at downtown Juneteenth celebration
Event hosted by FAM and longtime activist Eunice Haigler honored Black elders.
An appetite for teaching: Area educators recognized at Chamber of Commerce brunch
The chamber presented 27 awards in eight categories to local teachers.
Democrat Jones carried four of five localities in Fredericksburg area
While state Sen. Ghazala Hashmi also won the party’s nod for lieutenant governor, she didn’t shine in the Fredericksburg region.
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Fredericksburg Biz Beat
Biz Beat Banter: Emmett Snead
Snead’s Farm owner Emmett Snead talks about his lifelong career in farming, his childhood growing up on a dairy farm in Fredericksburg and more.
Biz Beat Clips: Allman’s BBQ
Allman’s BBQ is a Fredericksburg institution. This week, owner Matt Haney tells us about the restaurant, its history and his desire to sell it to the next owner.
Biz Beat Roundup: Trader Joe’s looking at Fredericksburg site?
Also inside: Donut shop opening in Central Park, chicken restaurant opening along Route 3, new project proposed near Carl’s
Biz Beat Banter: Amber Dawson
Brompton Community School Founder/Director Amber Dawson talks about why she decided to start a local independent school, the challenges of running one and her goals for Brompton’s future.
Biz Beat Clips: Black Rifle Coffee Company
This week we feature Black Rifle Coffee Company, which has a shop off Warrenton Road in Stafford County.
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News from B101.5/WFVA
LISTEN: Stafford Fire and Rescue talks fireworks safety
Deputy Fire Chief Ben Gouldman and Public Information Officer Katie Brady say 4th of July is their busiest day of the year.
LISTEN: Rappahannock United Way wraps up 86 years
Outgoing President Janel Donohue talks about the region with no locally run United Way–and what it means for other non-profits in the area.
LISTEN: Adopt-a-student backpack campaign in Stafford
Nikki Jackson with Stafford County Schools talks about the Empower Pack Project where the community shops for students based on school, grade level and individual preferences.
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.
Ring returned to Orange County man after 63 years
Ring found in California years ago.
News from around Virginia
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.