Across the state, all 37 Virginia State Parks will celebrate public lands on Sept. 22 with free parking, special programs and volunteer events.
Free Parking at Virginia State Parks
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Fredericksburg Officials Urge Storm Preparedness
Fredericksburg emergency operations staff is urging citizens to take measures now to prepare for the storm to affect their home and work.
Spotsylvania Declares Local State of Emergency
The declaration allows designated localities access to state and federal assistance in handling the storm and storm-related damage.
City Declares Local Emergency
In advance of Hurricane Florence, the city of Fredericksburg has declared a local state of emergency.In advance of Hurricane
Tourism Revenue Reached $285 Million in Spotsylvania County in 2017
Data released by the United States Travel Association (USTA) reveals that all regions in Virginia posted an increase in tourism revenue last year.
Four Teachers Selected as State Finalists for Presidential Awards
The award recognizes teachers who develop and implement high-quality instructional programs that improve student learning.
Stafford Seeks to Help Identify Invasive Noxious Weed
If you find Hogweed, keep yourself, your family, and your pets or livestock away from it. It’s sap can cause horrible sunburns, severe blistering, and inflammation.If you find Hogweed, ke
Spotsylvania, VA Selected For Filming Fishing University
Area to be featured on World Fishing Network, Sportsman, and Outdoor Channels.
Virginia Is 2018’s 9th Hardest-Working State in America
With Americans working an average of almost 1,800 hours per year, WalletHub today released its report on 2018’s Hardest-Working States in America.
Virginia Is 2018’s 5th Worst State for Women’s Equality – WalletHub Study
With Women’s Equality Day around the corner, WalletHub released its report on 2018’s Best & Worst States for Women’s Equality.
Art in the Park at Hurkamp Park Saturday, July 21
Local artists and craftspeople will share handmade goods and art at this week’s Farmers Market.
Suspect Arrested in NY after Stealing $60K in Tools from Stafford Business
The suspect later confessed that he stole the tools and the vehicle from the auto auction.
KKK flyers left in Fredericksburg driveways
Paper flyers calling Martin Luther King Jr. a communist were left in plastic baggies in Braehead Woods and Confederate Ridge driveways overnight.
Stafford Sheriff’s Office Receives ICE Interagency Award
Seven members of the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office have received an award from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for leadership and collaboration in a recent joint homicide investigation.
UMW inaugurates President Troy Paino
UWW officially installs its 10th president.
Fredericksburg mayors assemble
Four former Fredericksburg mayors joined current mayor Mary Katherine Greenlaw for a group photo.
Photos: Polar Bear Plunge 2015
Proceeds from the event benefit the EOD Warrior Foundation.
Additional Human Remains, Thousands of Artifacts Recovered from Riverfront Park Site
Thousands of historically significant artifacts have been found in the mound that was accidentally excavated on October 8, 2015.
The 2016 Supermoon Seen from Fredericksburg City Dock
Viewing will be super after sunset on both November 13 and 14, NASA said.
BH Media Group Purchases The Free Lance-Star
The wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Co. owns 32 other news publications in Virginia.
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