Caroline County officials declared a storm debris emergency through Aug. 25.
Lake Caroline homes suffer extensive damage in tornado; no injuries reported
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Caroline moves forward with eminent domain to acquire farmer’s land
Despite a notice from the Virginia Outdoor Foundation regarding a conservation easement on the property, the county recently secured a petition for condemnation.
Spotsylvania Planning Commission recommends denial of Sheetz at Powell’s Furniture location
Linda Powell said her family has no intentions of selling the property or closing the longtime area business that Sheetz plans to demolish.
King George School Board considers banning two books from middle school
A decision on whether to keep the two challenged titles will be made at the Aug. 19 meeting.
Spotsylvania schools promote Frazier to new role as chief academic officer
Former Interim Superintendent Kelly Guempel will remain on staff as deputy superintendent and chief of schools.
Spotsylvania School Board holds heated final meeting before new superintendent begins
Former Massaponax basketball standout Aaron McFarland introduced as Panthers boys’ head coach.
Powell fulfilled her promise to Caroline County’s most vulnerable children
The widow of former Secretary of State Gen. Colin Powell died Sunday, at age 86.
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.
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