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Despite rising home prices in Fredericksburg region, market entering ‘healthy phase’
FAAR report: Area listings are remaining on the market longer; housing availability ticks up.
FredNats’ rally moves them one win away from championship series
Fredericksburg overcame a three-run deficit to earn a hard-fought Game 1 victory.
FredNats to host playoff opener Tuesday
Fredericksburg (73-57) clinched the Carolina League northern division second-half crown Thursday, marking the franchise’s second-ever playoff berth.
National military parks tourism contributes $81.6 million to local economy
A new report shows 845,000 visitors to Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania NMP in 2023.
One man dead after shooting in Stafford County Wednesday night
Juvenile suspect in custody, charged with second-degree murder.
Man charged in shooting of brother in Spotsylvania
Victim’s brother, 34, is facing charges of malicious wounding and use of a firearm in commission of a felony.
UMW president listed in Virginia 500
Paino recognized for leadership, influence.
King for a week: FredNats infielder wins Carolina League honor
First-round pick has slashed .317/.362/.413/775 in 69 plate appearances with Fredericksburg.
Teen dies of gunshot wound suffered at party in Spotsylvania early Sunday morning
The victim, 19-year-old Christian Whalen, was reportedly trying to break up an altercation when he was shot.
State police seeking victims of a potential auto-theft ring in the area
Authorities believe there may be more victims in Caroline County, Fredericksburg and Northern Virginia.
Area football games postponed due to thunderstorms in the region
Massaponax and Courtland will now open the season Friday night against Independence and Orange, respectively.
Community meeting Thursday in Ladysmith to discuss data center project
The goal of the project is to construct several data center buildings, each containing up to 300,000 square feet for a total of 792,000 square feet of commercial space.
Stafford County crime report, Aug. 22-28
Deputies involved in two pursuits on interstate.
Fredericksburg Free Press to hold town hall for CD-7 candidates
Forum featuring Democrat Eugene Vindman and Republican Derrick Anderson is set for Sept. 16 at Fredericksburg Convention Center.
Rapidan Service Authority, VDH lift ‘do not drink’ advisory for Wilderness Water Treatment Plant customers
A multi-agency investigation led by VDH found no reason for advisory to continue; source of odor not determined.
FPD grant will assist committee’s efforts to prevent teen violence
The $81,000 grant will aid the FXBG Teen Steering Committee in developing a strategic five-year plan aimed at combating teenage violence. It is to be presented to the City Council Aug. 27.
Celebration of life for Lawrence A. Davies Jr.
Services to be held Aug. 30-31.
Swimming Advisory lifted for the Rapidan River
Comprehensive water sampling during the past three days do not indicate a public health risk.
Press Rewind, Aug. 18-24
A change in ownership of a downtown fixture, a busy week in King George and move-in day at UMW highlight this week’s edition of Press Rewind.
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