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Also inside: FRA names new president, rezoning submitted for Stafford restaurant, beloved ice cream shop re-opening
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Biz Beat Banter: Bill Howell
This week, Bill sits down with longtime Virginia Speaker of the House and Stafford County resident Bill Howell on how he got into politics, his time in office and how things have changed since he left governance.
Biz Beat Clips: Black Horse Forge
This week on Biz Beat Clips we take you Black Horse Forge in Stafford County, a non-profit that instructs veterans, active-duty military, first responders and their supporters in the art and craft of blacksmithing.
Biz Beat Roundup: High-end grocer eyeing North Stafford?
Also inside: Former United Way building sold, popular downtown shop plans to open soon, data center activity detailed
Biz Beat Banter: Charles G. ‘Charlie’ McDaniel
This week, Bill sits down with Hilldrup Chairman Emeritus and longtime community leader Charles G. “Charlie” McDaniel to discuss business, life in one of the most-historic homes in the City of Fredericksburg, and civic service.
Biz Beat Clips: Teaching kids to be ninjas in North Stafford
This week on Biz Beat Clips we take you to the youth-oriented USA Ninja Challenge in North Stafford.
Biz Beat Roundup: Restaurant Row getting new eateries
Also inside: Falmouth property getting new life, Spotsylvania Towne Centre business gets new name, incentives approved for two national eateries in Stafford
Biz Beat Banter: Danilo Orofino’s journey from Sicily to Fredericksburg
This week, Bill sits down with Orofino restaurant owner Danilo Orofino to discuss his journey from Sicily to Fredericksburg and the stops along the way.
Biz Beat Clips: Smugglers Cafe aims to bring Disney-esque experience to Fredericksburg
This week on Biz Beat Clips we take you to Smugglers Cafe in downtown Fredericksburg, which offers “bold brews,” “Cosmic cookies” and an experience “for intergalactic travelers.”
News from The Free Press
Spotsylvania School Board members question principal and central office salaries
First-year principals earn more than $19,000 per year than counterparts in Stafford County.
FCPS Superintendent Catlett introduces proposed FY2027 budget
Budget includes 7% pay increase for teachers, 15 new full-time equivalent positions.
Fredericksburg Free Press now accepting legal notices
Once relegated to print-only newspapers, legal notices can now be published by online-only news organizations in Virginia.
Caroline hires Bullock to lead parks and recreation department
Louisa County native replaces Donnell Howard, who recently retired after serving 36 years.
State lawmakers want to lift local caps on housing grants for government employees
Bills could increase grant amounts for first responders, others looking to purchase a home.