UMW students set up encampment in support of Palestine
Organizers say UMW administration informed them that tents must be gone by 8:30 p.m. Friday.
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Virginia legislators appointed to Chesapeake Bay Commission
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UMW announces increases in tuition and fees
The increases, which include a 2% rise in tuition, will go into effect for the upcoming fall semester.
When Berklee opportunity arose, Jones didn’t fret
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Fredericksburg crime report, April 22
A summary of crimes reported to the Fredericksburg Police Department from April 15 to April 21.
Stafford County crime report April 15-19
Thieves steal beer, tulips and Xyzal.
Concerned community members rally to ‘save the Moss Free Clinic’
Clinic seeks donations, support as it looks to maintain operations in the face of financial issues.
FredNats earn series split with Woodpeckers after Sunday victory
FredNats’ starter Travis Sthele pitched four shutout innings before bullpen finished off the Woodpeckers.
Thousands flock to Earth Day on the Rappahannock celebration
Attendees enjoyed new features and gathered information about better protecting the environment.
Zoning defense? Spotsylvania supervisors aim to limit vape shops with revised ordinance
Supervisors want to limit both visibility of the shops and their proximity to schools.
GOP congressional hopefuls make case at Free Press candidate forum
Five Republican candidates for Virginia’s 7th congressional district participated in a forum Tuesday night.
Virginia legislators appointed to Chesapeake Bay Commission
Appointments of legislators, including state Sen. Richard Stuart, come at a pivotal time for Bay restoration.
UMW announces increases in tuition and fees
The increases, which include a 2% rise in tuition, will go into effect for the upcoming fall semester.
When Berklee opportunity arose, Jones didn’t fret
Teenager from King George has become a bluegrass guitar virtuoso in a relatively short period of time.
Fredericksburg crime report, April 22
A summary of crimes reported to the Fredericksburg Police Department from April 15 to April 21.
Stafford County crime report April 15-19
Thieves steal beer, tulips and Xyzal.
Concerned community members rally to ‘save the Moss Free Clinic’
Clinic seeks donations, support as it looks to maintain operations in the face of financial issues.
George Washington Regional Commission to hold green infrastructure charette
Residents invited to look at potential green infrastructure projects and give feedback.
Column: Home gardening tips for aspiring ‘green’ thumbs
With the holiday as inspiration, the columnist reflects on a memorable first grow.
Serving up dignity, self-reliance at Stafford’s oldest food pantry
SERVE feeds more than 3,000 people per month across the Fredericksburg area.
Local man killed after collision with train in Spotsylvania
The deceased, 55, reportedly attempted to bypass railroad crossing arms.
Courtland and Spotsylvania baseball programs thriving this season
Cougars and Knights are a combined 18-3 on the diamond after Thursday night showdown.
Riverfront Park lot changing to two-hour parking in May
Parking signage will also be updated in area around city’s William Square project.
Public invited to Commemorative 1666 Day at Patawomeck Museum
Author kicks off book tour with event.
A grocery list of demands: Fredericksburg Food Co-op employees unionize
A group of employees known as Fredericksburg United Cooperators want better pay, freedom of political expression.
Fredericksburg announces changes for early voting
The ballot drop-off box will be available inside the office of voter registration; no changes to in-person early voting.
Sometimes, they just want to hit something: Fredericksburg women’s football team thriving in inaugural season
Lady Patriots travel to Richmond area Saturday for league semifinal contest.
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LISTEN: Autism Awareness Day founder in Spotsy wants to see it go statewide
Jaimie Ashton says she’s working with Delegate Josh Cole to increase the reach of the event.
Orange County deputy honored
Attorney General Jason Miyares gives Deputy Boyce Gilbert the Unsung Hero Award.
Much cooler today
Forecasters say the heat returns later in the weekend
WATCH: Senator Warner talks about the future of TikTok
Virginia Senator Mark Warner says he’s confident that TikTok legislation signed into law by President Biden mean changes are coming.
WATCH: Yakabouski makes his pitch for a regional transportation authority
Spotsylvania Supervisor Chris Yakabouski says the authority might work if local governments developed a list of projects that benefited the region.
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