Numbers are high, if slightly down from 2020 cycle.
Local registrars give vote of confidence to early turnout at the polls
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Judge orders Virginia to restore 1,600 voter registrations canceled in effort to purge noncitizens
State officials said they will appeal ruling.
Courtyard Marriott to house ‘satellite’ visitor’s center ahead of new site opening
The new visitor’s center, located on the first floor of Executive Plaza at 601 Caroline St., is set to open Nov. 1.
The Summit reaches Gordon Road: Spotsylvania supervisors approve relocation of private school
Supervisors also tabled a vote on the Andora Oaks subdivision until Nov. 12, approved tax relief for seniors and discussed fine amounts for speeders in school zones.
LISTEN: Making the move
City Tourism Marketing and Communications Manager Danelle Rose and Chris Allen with Fredericksburg Main Street talk about the benefits of moving into a new Visitor Center.
PHOTOS: End of an era
After 49 years the Fredericksburg Visitor Center at 706 Caroline Street closed for the last time Wednesday night.
Dreaming about data center dollars, Stafford supervisors kick off budget season
Revenue from proposed data center projects to boost budgets beginning in 2026.
‘Ticking time bomb’ of conservation districts lights fuse at City Council work session
Councilors spar over process, priorities for creation of conservation districts.
WATCH: Art in the new Visitor Center
Pete Morelewicz of Print Jazz talks about the three murals he designed for the new Fredericksburg Visitor Center.
Bushrod taking ‘phased approach’ to Ralph Bunche renovation
The former NFL offensive lineman’s first step in restoring the school for Black students during segregation is to overhaul an onsite auxiliary building.
Proposed constitutional amendment ‘fills in that gap’ for surviving spouses, supporters say
If passed, measure would extend property tax exemption to the surviving spouses of service members “killed in the line of duty,” a broader classification.
2 election officials in rural Virginia city sue the state over ballot-counting machines
Suit against the Virginia Department of Elections and Elections Board was filed earlier this month in Waynesboro.
Partnership aimed at creating affordable housing for Caroline teachers, first responders
Caroline County Public Schools, Habitat of Caroline and Central Virginia Housing established the Teach, Respond and Thrive Housing Initiative.
In new lawsuit, Justice Department says Virginia is illegally striking voters off the rolls
Suit claims executive order issued in August violates federal elections law.
Spotsylvania supervisors consider additional tax relief for seniors, disabled residents
Board also discussed offering the county’s internal auditor to the school division — a proposal that was met warily.
College Heights residents lobby for creation of conservation district
City Council also approved a measure to initiate a public review process related to the proposed Jeremiah Community supportive housing development.
Analysis: Super (un)scientific data points from Wednesday’s VA-7 debate
The Free Press asked debate goers to answer five questions about the candidates’ performance.
LISTEN: City looking for Comprehensive Plan input
Fredericksburg Councilman Will Mackintosh says anyone can take the survey–not just City residents.
Crowd unruly as Anderson, Vindman clash in UMW debate
Supporters voice discontent, candidates level attacks on shared stage inside UMW’s Dodd Auditorium.
Future of Stafford County Gymnastics and Recreation Center hangs in the balance
Board sends tree canopy regulation to planning commission.
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