A ribbon cutting ceremony for 470,000 square foot facility will be held Feb. 28 at 1 p.m.
New VA clinic to open March 3 in Spotsylvania
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Area road work this week
All work is scheduled weather permitting.
Food Bank distribution this week
The Food Bank says there’s no need to bring paperwork or ID.
With power outages possible, some reminders from Rappahannock Electric Cooperative
Power outages possible because of high winds on Sunday.
Here’s what you need to know about the 4pm burn law
Virgina’s spring fire season from February 15th thru April 30th means outdoor fires are restricted between midnight and 4pm.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Weekend rain and potential for more snow next week for Fredericksburg region.
To avoid getting snowed under, school officials take early action
Many school officials start checking roads at 4 a.m. when winter weather is a factor.
RACSB program delivers flowers, smiles on Valentine’s Day
Special RAAI program offers bouquets from ‘the best delivery people on the planet.’
Winter storm update: Heavy snow anticipated across Fredericksburg region
A tiny nudge in temperature could bump accumulations as high as 7-10 inches, or as low as 3-6 inches.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Brace for damp and cold across the Fredericksburg Region Saturday, but a break is coming Sunday.
Local federal employees facing ‘fork in the road’
Deferred resignation, changing telework policies affecting region’s sizable federal workforce.
Celebrate Black History Month in the Fredericksburg region
February events highlight culture, creativity and contributions of African Americans.
LISTEN: Chamber’s 4th annual Intern Expo, this Wednesday at the Fredericksburg Convention Center
Gabby Kang is a Colonial Forge High School senior and the Chair of the Student Voice Subcommittee of the Workforce NOW Committee.
Area road work this week
Updated information on work zones and lane closures is available on 511Virginia.
Regional population tops 400,000 in latest Weldon Cooper Center data
Compared to the April 1, 2020 Census, the region’s population grew by 24,861 people, or 6.5%.
Rappahannock United Way President Janel Donohue to retire
Donohue, who will step down June 30, has served as regional nonprofit’s president since 2010.
WATCH: Free Press forecast with meteorologist Sean Sublette
Expect a wet Friday around Fredericksburg leading to a cool, dry weekend.
Biz Beat Roundup: Area’s hopping scene earns nomination from USA Today
Developer looking to build bank branch; report shows extent of data center activity in region; Fredericksburg recognized for craft beer scene.
GWRC talks street outreach position — again
King George, Caroline reps not sure their jurisdictions would help foot bill for regional position.
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.
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