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Spotsylvania School Board fires Superintendent Taylor
Taylor’s controversy-filled tenure comes to an end after 5-0 vote during special meeting.
‘Like a father figure’: At Massaponax, Ludden enhanced his players’ options
Ludden, 65, quietly announced his retirement recently, after a stellar 40-year career that included 207 victories in 26 seasons at Massaponax.
Free Press exclusive: an interview with Spotsylvania School Board Chair Lorita Daniels
Daniels, who is in her fifth year on the board, discussed her diverse background and how it prepared her to take the reins of an embattled decision-making body that is looking to recover from two years of local, state and national scrutiny.
City Police make third arrest in connection to downtown shooting
Eric Costley, 22, of Spotsylvania, faces charges including second-degree murder.
PHOTOS: Wee Christmas at Kenmore
The 10th annual Dollhouses and Miniatures show thru December 30th.
Spotsylvania School Board fires Superintendent Taylor
Taylor’s controversy-filled tenure comes to an end after 5-0 vote during special meeting.
‘Like a father figure’: At Massaponax, Ludden enhanced his players’ options
Ludden, 65, quietly announced his retirement recently, after a stellar 40-year career that included 207 victories in 26 seasons at Massaponax.
Free Press exclusive: an interview with Spotsylvania School Board Chair Lorita Daniels
Daniels, who is in her fifth year on the board, discussed her diverse background and how it prepared her to take the reins of an embattled decision-making body that is looking to recover from two years of local, state and national scrutiny.
WATCH: Last minute shopping for Loisann’s Hope House
Cait Woodward and Donna Smith at Loisann’s Hope House talk about the everyday supplies that are the most helpful for their families.
Two arrested in prescription fraud case in Caroline
Law enforcement tipped off by the staff at the Ladysmith CVS.
FailSafe Holiday Shoppe a ‘blessing’ for area families affected by incarceration
Sixth annual event offered food, clothing, toys and supplies to families.
WATCH: The Fredericksburg Kiwanis Foundation makes $10,000 donation to local Salvation Army
Along with the donation, Fredericksburg Kiwanis Club members at the Goolrick’s Christmas kettle all day Friday.
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.
WATCH: Senator Warner says a government shutdown now would be cruel
Virginia Senator Mark Warner asked about packages and air travel–“Yes, there will be disruptions.”
PHOTOS: Snow! At Hartwood Elementary in Stafford!
On the final day before break, Principal Brian Raska welcomed students with a snow machine!
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.
LISTEN: Books for Christmas gifts
Darcie Caswell and Pamela Smith with the Central Rappahannock Regional Library talk about why books can be powerful Christmas gifts.
WATCH: Fredericksburg Salvation Army Family Store reopens in Eagle Village
Store managers say they experienced only a little smoke damage from the Eagle Village fire two weeks ago.
Help Wanted: GWRC explores idea of second street outreach position
City separately pursuing a downtown outreach position in coordination with RACSB.
Stafford Board of Supervisors votes to censure Monica Gary
Gary labels board’s action a ‘serious violation of the Civil Rights Act.’
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
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
WATCH: Still time to master Window Wonderland downtown
There are 54 riddles on business windows in downtown Fredericksburg.
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