Closures and delays around the region for Wednesday, Jan. 28.
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Fredericksburg City Public Schools names David Ferguson as new Director of Operations
Ferguson, who starts Jan. 28, brings more than 22 years of experience in public education to the position.
UPDATED: On the Agenda, Jan. 26-30
Scheduling updates to public meetings in the region have been added.
A year after Sweet 16 run, UMW hoops keeps the momentum going
Eagles are 15-1 and ranked No. 6 in the latest D3hoops.com top 25.
Fusing school and tools: Kaine talks welding, CTE in Spotsylvania County
The Democrat also spoke about situations in Venezuela and Greenland.
Spotsylvania school system strives to ‘educate the whole child’ with budget proposal
The school division’s proposed budget calls for a $55.4 million increase from fiscal year 2026.
Stafford schools Superintendent Daniel Smith appointed to military-children state council
Selection reinforces the county’s commitment to military students and families, the division said.
On the Agenda, Jan. 19-23
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Electric cooperative foundation announces $1,500 scholarships for 2026 graduates
The Virginia, Maryland & Delaware Association of Electric Cooperatives Education Scholarship Foundation is offering $1,500 scholarships to high school seniors or 2026 home-school graduates entering college or trade school this fall.
‘This doesn’t feel very collaborative:’ Caroline Board of Supervisors planning takeover of school construction projects
School board doesn’t want to relinquish control, but county attorney says supervisors are well within their rights.
Live, from UMW: Great Lives lectures honor SNL creator, America 250 and more
This year’s slate of lectures cover Revolution-era figures, jazz musicians, actors, authors and more.
Elizabeth Warner of Griffis-Widewater elected to chair Stafford School Board
The Falmouth District’s Sarah Chase will serve as vice chairwoman.
Spotsylvania School Board authorizes Mitchell’s work outside the division
Board also re-elected Megan Jackson as chair and Belen Rodas as vice chair.
On the Agenda, Jan. 12-16
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Board-ing school: Stafford student reps gain real experience with governance
Two new students are serving on school board, while previous reps are helping to lead a new statewide organization.
Fredericksburg writer’s ‘Eagle Air Support’ idea gets off the ground
In the program, surplus air conditioners from the University of Mary Washington will be given to Fredericksburg-area residents in need.
$20,000 in scholarships available to REC members’ children
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative is awarding 17 scholarships to students planning to attend college or career and technical schools, with applications open through February 27.
King George School Board adopts policy on transgender students
New policy requires school personnel to refer to students by the name and pronoun on their official record, unless they’re 18 or older, emancipated or have written instruction from parents.
On the Agenda, Jan. 5-9
Your weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
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