At least two emergency personnel from the Fredericksburg area responded when an Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with a passenger jet last month.
Local first responders detail ‘overwhelming’ Reagan airport scene
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No injuries in fire near Aquia Creek
Stafford Fire and Rescue spokeswoman Katie Brady says due to a lack of hydrants in the area, crews had to utilize rural water operations to shuttle water to the scene.
Spotsylvania shooting victim found in the back seat of disabled vehicle
Victim is in stable condition after suffering gunshot wound to torso.
Two found dead in Spotsylvania County home; deaths ruled homicide
Bodies were discovered after visit from a concerned friend.
School officials, community leaders urge Fredericksburg-area immigrants to ‘know your rights’
Spotsylvania Superintendent Mitchell advises families that the school division will not inquire about students’ immigration status.
Fourth arrest made in downtown murder of Tyler Jones
Daquan Warren, 24, of Woodford, is facing charges including second-degree murder and using a firearm in the commission of a felony.
No official cause determined for December fire in Eagle Village Shopping Center
Fire marshal: Blaze began in a back warehouse area at Play It Again Sports.
Student arrested after guns, marijuana discovered in vehicle on school property
Massaponax High School principal said no students were in danger during the incident.
‘Party like he’d want us to’: Friends, family of Tyler Jones toast to a life cut short
Tyler Jones, 23, remembered as a fiercely loyal friend who ‘was getting his shit together.’
City Police make third arrest in connection to downtown shooting
Eric Costley, 22, of Spotsylvania, faces charges including second-degree murder.
Donation to drive growth of criminal justice program at Mountain View High School
The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office announced the donation of a decommissioned police cruiser to support ‘LEAPS’ program.
Arrest made in connection to downtown Fredericksburg shooting
A second suspect, Elijah Musgrove, is still at large and should be considered armed and dangerous, police say.
Fredericksburg businesses remain closed following fire
City’s EDA to establish disaster grants to assist affected businesses; investigation into cause continues.
Fire ravages businesses at Fredericksburg’s Eagle Village shopping center
Blaze broke out before 1 p.m. Thursday and initially proved difficult to extinguish.
Pedestrian fatally struck by train in downtown Fredericksburg
Rail traffic was shut down while police investigated fatality on tracks.
LISTEN: Cooking safely during the holidays
Spotsylvania Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management Chief Jay Cullinan talks safety in the kitchen–safety when frying a turkey–and making sure your fire extinguisher is in working condition.
Woodford man hospitalized after being shot by deputies during traffic stop
Shooting occurred after deputies from the Spotsylvania County Street Crimes Task Force attempted to apprehend Lawrence D. Toler at a Fredericksburg gas station.
Stafford man dies from injuries sustained in city workplace accident
Victim suffered severe trauma to his right leg and died at the scene.
Breaking: Spotsylvania deputy cleared of wrongdoing in shooting death of former Marine
A special prosecutor ruled that Lt. Daniel Harris of the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office was justified in killing Kenny Carr because he was pointing a gun at his wife.
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.
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