Charlie Russell with SAWs (Servants at Work) says volunteers and donors are needed to meet continuing needs around the region
PHOTOS: Another SAWs-Virginia ramp complete–this one in Spotsy
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Spotsylvania school officials schedule community forums on superintendent search
Four forums will be held next week for community members to provide input about the search process.
A weight lifted: Spotsylvania teenager returns to powerlifting after breaking both arms
December incident at Gold’s Gym required emergency surgery for Elaina Stimmell.
Riverbend’s new football coach thrilled to get a second chance
Ed Webb, a former Patrick Henry High and Virginia Military Institute offensive lineman, was officially hired by the Bears this week.
Truck allegedly stolen from hospital ends up in Ni River
Keith Lee Brinkley, 42, of Caroline County, received minor injuries from the accident. He is being held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail under no bond.Â
Pedestrian killed crossing Patriot Highway
Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office says no charges will be filed.
Spotsylvania tax rate decision leaves school officials perplexed
ESSER-funded paraprofessionals and maintenance costs in peril with approved budget.
WATCH: Spotsy Supervisors set tax rate
On a 4-3 vote, Spotsylvania Supervisors approved a new budget with a .7343 tax rate.
Rotary offers community needs grants to nonprofits
Nonprofits in region can apply for a $5,000 grant.
Spotsylvania School Board votes unanimously to reprimand Phelps
Board accuses Lee Hill District representative of several ethics violations. Phelps calls reprimand “disgraceful act of retribution.”
WATCH: “We prefer not to keep limping along.”
One final budget plea by the Spotsylvania School Board.
Totality eclipses all expectations for locals who made trek
Locally, residents glimpsed near totality through filtered glasses at watch parties across the area.
Spotsylvania County counselor helps remove major hurdle in her profession
Bill signed by Gov. Glenn Youngkin substitutes complicated test to becoming licensed as a mental health counselor in Virginia with a less strenuous exam.
Area school divisions plan for Monday’s partial solar eclipse
Fredericksburg City Public Schools will be dismissed early for safety precautions and to allow families to experience the event together.
Spotsylvania School Board in a time crunch as it searches for next school captain
Division plans to introduce its new superintendent on June 17.
Spotsylvania interim superintendent aims to assist in transition
Guempel says his role is to support the school division as it searches for a full-time superintendent.
Spotsylvania budget public hearing showcases mixed views
While some want a higher real estate tax rate to support schools and other services, many do not agree.
WATCH: School funding and high tax bills dominate Spotsy budget public hearing
Board of Supervisors heard from residents ahead of final budget decisions early next month.
Spotsylvania officials speak out against regional approach to transportation
County’s Board of Supervisors are not thrilled about the prospects of a Regional Transportation Authority.
Public hearing on Spotsylvania budget set for Thursday evening
School division has a nearly $47 million funding gap.
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