Cougars and Knights are a combined 18-3 on the diamond after Thursday night showdown.
Courtland and Spotsylvania baseball programs thriving this season
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Open house Wednesday to discuss new King George data center project
Representative for developer says it wants to be ‘transparent’ and ‘collaborative’ with King George officials and community members.
As home prices rise in the Fredericksburg region, demand decreases
Stafford County set a record with a median home price of $522,500, up more than 10% from 2023.
King George to hire Smolnik as new county administrator
Smolnik is currently the director of economic development in New Kent County.
Spotsylvania school officials schedule community forums on superintendent search
Four forums will be held next week for community members to provide input about the search process.
A weight lifted: Spotsylvania teenager returns to powerlifting after breaking both arms
December incident at Gold’s Gym required emergency surgery for Elaina Stimmell.
UMW Multicultural Fair offers campus community ‘a global experience’
Entering its 34th year, annual gathering expected to draw thousands to UMW’s campus.
Riverbend’s new football coach thrilled to get a second chance
Ed Webb, a former Patrick Henry High and Virginia Military Institute offensive lineman, was officially hired by the Bears this week.
Spotsylvania tax rate decision leaves school officials perplexed
ESSER-funded paraprofessionals and maintenance costs in peril with approved budget.
Spotsylvania School Board votes unanimously to reprimand Phelps
Board accuses Lee Hill District representative of several ethics violations. Phelps calls reprimand “disgraceful act of retribution.”
Spotsylvania County counselor helps remove major hurdle in her profession
Bill signed by Gov. Glenn Youngkin substitutes complicated test to becoming licensed as a mental health counselor in Virginia with a less strenuous exam.
Spotsylvania School Board in a time crunch as it searches for next school captain
Division plans to introduce its new superintendent on June 17.
‘No more to you’: King George considers change to FOIA policy
Citing volume of requests, Interim County Attorney Stuart proposes board eliminate the free initial 30 minutes related to FOIA research.
Prime real estate? King George supervisors request reversal of rezoned Amazon properties
Board’s request not targeting the 317 acres on the Birchwood power plant site.
‘This is a life sentence for us’: Plea deal unsatisfactory to Stafford murder victim’s family
Trevon Vanzant sentenced to 40 years for the murder of 19 year old Aliyah Henderson nearly two years ago.
Spotsylvania interim superintendent aims to assist in transition
Guempel says his role is to support the school division as it searches for a full-time superintendent.
Spotsylvania budget public hearing showcases mixed views
While some want a higher real estate tax rate to support schools and other services, many do not agree.
Spotsylvania officials speak out against regional approach to transportation
County’s Board of Supervisors are not thrilled about the prospects of a Regional Transportation Authority.
Public hearing on Spotsylvania budget set for Thursday evening
School division has a nearly $47 million funding gap.
Spotsylvania School Board votes on superintendent search firm
During special meeting, school board hires BWP & Associates as search firm and approves contract for acting superintendent.
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