Public engaged in Spotsylvania superintendent search
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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.
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.
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.
News from B101.5/WFVA
Warming up today
Hold on…temperatures go up later in the weekend.
State Police say east coast traffic safety initiative saves lives on I-95
No traffic deaths and few injuries reported on I-95 last weekend.
VDOT warns of a scam impacting residents of other states
The scam sends requests for payment of outstanding toll charges
WATCH: Poetry on the Trail in King George is one year old
Benches along a 1-mile segment of the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail at Indiantown Road have QR codes that feature the works of Virginia poets.
WATCH: Autism Awareness Day this Saturday in Spotsy
12th annual Autism Awareness Day, noon-4 at Chancellor High School. Here’s what you need to know…
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