The widow of former Secretary of State Gen. Colin Powell died Sunday, at age 86.
Powell fulfilled her promise to Caroline County’s most vulnerable children
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CSX official: Human error caused Saturday’s train derailment in the city
Fredericksburg Fire Chief Mike Jones said hazardous materials were a short distance away from the five railcars that went off track and hit a sound wall.
Overwhelmed by public hearings, Caroline supervisors adjust schedule
Major developments are in the works in the county, but supervisors request extra time to carefully consider them.
Referendum on funding for new elementary school will appear on ballot in King George
Both bodies approved resolutions supporting the referendum during separate meetings this week.
Family of missing area man seeks public’s help in locating him
Jonathan Mark Corey, 32, is 5-foot-10, 170 pounds with tattoos of lions on his chest, a spider web on his shoulder and a skull and ship on his arm.
‘Johnny loved FXBG:’ Artist’s passion for city highlighted at mural rededication
Revamped mural on Sophia Street honoring the late artist, educator and humanitarian was unveiled Saturday morning.
Spotsylvania therapist, author has a full plate advocating for military spouses
Dr. Bridgette Williams and Del. Josh Cole are collaborating to create a license plate inclusive of widowed military, police and firefighter spouses.
Spotsylvania purchases building for county offices; board approves 55-and-older development
Newly purchased building will be used for early voting, pending approval from the Virginia Attorney General’s Office.
Youngkin orders school divisions to develop cellphone policies
Three school divisions in the Fredericksburg region have already developed policies, while Caroline and Spotsylvania counties are exploring the issue as well.
Berkley hitting the railroad, ending ‘labor of love’ coaching Fredericksburg-area hoops
Berkley spent 24 years directing varsity basketball programs in the region, notably at FCS and Massaponax.
High finance wasn’t for Jeff Scott. But the Eagles’ new vice president of football operations is all business.
The Philadelphia Eagles promoted the James Monroe High School graduate to vice president of football operations last month.
Widow says Spotsylvania deputy shot and killed husband without warning
Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office claims Kenny Carr, 38, was pointing a firearm at his wife when deputy shot him.
Judge dismisses Spotsylvania School Board member’s assault and battery charge
Nicole Cole was accused of tripping and slamming a door into the shoulder of fellow board member Lisa Phelps.
New Spotsylvania Schools superintendent Mitchell is ready for the moment
In a wide-ranging interview with the Free Press, Mitchell discussed his upbringing, his leadership style and what it will take to change the narrative of the Spotsylvania school division.
Spotsylvania School Board nixes drug testing; encourages unlicensed teachers to help with shortage
Board votes to continue testing only employees with a CDL and to permit interim, unlicensed teachers for the third consecutive year.
Spotsylvania hires Colonial Beach’s Mitchell as next superintendent
Mitchell comes to Spotsylvania after leading a division with two schools and 625 total students.
‘A crushing feeling’: Bowling Green mobile home park residents met with more issues in Port Royal
Rodney Washington obtained a building permit and paid $6,500 to relocate his trailer to Port Royal but is being denied a zoning permit from the town.
Taste of Spotsylvania highlights ‘flavor profiles’ across Fredericksburg area
More than 100 vendors, including 30 food trucks, participated in the inaugural event at Spotsylvania Towne Center.
Caroline church reaching ‘beyond the four walls’ to hold skills workshop
The event will take place Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Caroline Community Services Center.
Caroline supervisors reject proposed data center project — again
Board also voted to build restrooms at Lowe-Massie Park in Dawn and finalize the fiscal year 2025 school budget.
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