A recap of the stories that topped this week’s Free Press headlines.
Press Rewind, Sept. 22-28
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GWRC goes after $460k grant to fight evictions
Program aims to stem the tide of homelessness.
A big deal: Stafford’s largest data center gets green light
With 6-1 vote, county moves forward with Stafford Technology campus.
Fredericksburg-area superintendents work out solutions at career readiness forum
School leaders from across region discussed work-based learning for students.
Threat scrawled in bathroom puts Spotsylvania school on alert
Officials: expect increased law enforcement presence at Courtland High School this week.
Solar project unlocks a brighter future at North Stafford High School
Over 3,200 solar panels will generate nearly all of the school’s energy needs.
Panelists call for more transparency in data center operations
According to one panelist, ‘the utility and the industry are slapping high fives behind closed doors.’
Stafford School Board hears pleas for funding, awards contract for new elementary school
Residents also voiced concerns over continued issues with school buses.
Press Rewind, Sept. 1-7
A senator on a solar farm and funding for feasibility topped this week’s Free Press headlines.
During visit to Spotsylvania solar farm, Kaine not sheepish about desire for clean energy in Commonwealth
Wooly maintenence crew plays a key role in AES facility’s operation.
Stafford supervisors considering historic overlay districts at multiple locations
New equipment at Pratt Park approved, plus pharmacy services for first responders.
Hoop house will help cultivate life skills at Oberle Academy
Joint venture between private school, Atlantic Builders a garden of opportunities for students.
Suggested updates: Alum Spring no walk in the park
Landscape architects weigh in on projects at two city parks as well as Ficklen Island.
Stafford school board gets update on bus routing issues
Division discusses transportation opt-in program for future school years.
NTSB releases preliminary report on plane crash that killed Fredericksburg couple
Report includes statements from witnesses who heard noises from plane before July crash.
Sustainable shop coming to downtown Fredericksburg
Fillagreen to open second location, on Caroline St., in September.
Stafford supervisors defer vote on Stafford Technology Campus
Lawyer representing data center developer had distributed a last-minute proffer for consideration.
Community invited to celebration of life event
Stafford County crime report, Aug. 15-21
Sticky fingers plague area retail stores.
Students’ artwork to grace voting stickers in Stafford
Winners of the 2024 “I Voted” sticker design contest recognized at board of supervisors meeting.
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