Extra, extra: The Free Lance–Star’s iconic newsboy statue, Lance, has returned to its long-time home in downtown Fredericksburg.
Lance freed: Iconic paperboy statue returns to downtown site
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Biz Beat Roundup: Richmond Fed VP eyeing impact of federal cuts in Stafford
Long-awaited Central Park store opening this week; 112 homes sold in region; local business expansion draws publicity from Governor’s Office
Biz Beat Clips: Horne’s, a historic Port Royal diner
This week’s Biz Beat Clips video takes you to Horne’s in Port Royal, which is the last remaining location for the once-thriving chain.
Biz Beat Roundup: Spotsylvania VA Clinic to hold ribbon cutting Friday
New businesses planned at former Jewel Box space; VA clinic opening Friday in Spotsy; Amazon files for permits for large project in Spotsy and Caroline.
Biz Beat Clips: Hit the Spot Kitchen
This week’s Biz Beat Clips video takes you to Hit the Spot Kitchen, which is churning out Caribbean-inspired flavors from Spotsylvania County’s Bowman Center.Â
Biz Beat Roundup: Dominican-Italian restaurant slated for Canal Quarter
New data center campus proposed near Gari Melchers Belmont in southern Stafford County.
Biz Beat Clips: Change is in the cards at Carl’s
This week’s Biz Beat Clips video shows you the scene at Carl’s Ice Cream in Fredericksburg on re-opening day 2025 (it was Friday, Feb. 14). Watch to see what’s new this season at the iconic ice cream stand.
Biz Beat Roundup: Big-brand store opening soon in Central Park
Construction starts on dog-oriented park and bar; Anticipated store opening in a few weeks in Central Park; Stafford sale eclipses $1 million.
Biz Beat Banter Episode 5: Chris Newman
In this episode: Chris’ love of music, and how he continues to pursue that interest; his thoughts about becoming CEO of Mary Washington Healthcare, and his goals for the organization; how he manages his time to take on all the many commitments in his life.
Biz Beat Clips: What’s on the horizon for Stafford?
Stafford County and its economic development prospects/efforts is the subject of this week’s Biz Beat Clips video.
Biz Beat Roundup: $302M land sale closes in Stafford
Site work begins at Mary’s Landing; Mary Washington Healthcare acquires another local medical practice; downtown restaurant ‘steaks’ its claim on ambience
Biz Beat Clips: Monster Mini Golf
This week’s Biz Beat Clips video takes you inside Monster Mini Golf in North Stafford.
Biz Beat Roundup: Area’s hopping scene earns nomination from USA Today
Developer looking to build bank branch; report shows extent of data center activity in region; Fredericksburg recognized for craft beer scene.
Biz Beat Clips: Anita’s Cafe & Dessert Bar
This week’s Biz Beat Clips video takes you inside Anita’s Cafe & Dessert Bar in downtown Fredericksburg.
Biz Beat Roundup: More data centers proposed in Stafford
Numerous additional data centers proposed in Stafford; fast-food restaurant proposed along U.S. 17 in Stafford; Spotsy Regional planning free-standing ER in Stafford; three area homes fetch seven figures; recent lease transactions; downtown restaurant project back on ARB agenda
Biz Beat Clips: Let’s Break Bread
A new restaurant in Downtown Fredericksburg called Let’s Break Bread at 104 Wolfe St. is the subject of this week’s Biz Beat Clips episode.
Biz Beat Roundup: Celebrate Virginia land sold for $15M
126 acres sold in Celebrate Virginia South; Royal Farms opening in Port Royal; local leasing activity; MWHC buys Central Park office building; homebuilder to donate $1M to charity; City home sale surpasses $2M
Biz Beat Clips: X-Golf Fredericksburg
This week’s Biz Beat Clips video takes you inside X-Golf Fredericksburg, where people can play some of the most-famous courses in the world on one of several golf simulators.
Biz Beat Banter Episode 4: UMW President Dr. Troy Paino
We covered a range of topics during our 45-minute conversation, including: What drew Dr. Paino from a career in law to one in higher education, what attracted him to Fredericksburg and UMW, what goals he has for the University and what it’s like to be a University president.
Pro bono pasta: Renato’s offering free lunches to children during school closings
Snow days mean no school lunches for needy students. One downtown eatery is filling the gap.
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