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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
New Stafford school committee created to support military families
Nearly 3,000 military-connected kids attend Stafford schools. How are they being served?
Students wade into an outdoor classroom — with the Rappahannock as the teacher
Walker-Grant Middle School sixth graders go on a field trip to learn about the river and ecosystem.
At Arbor Day celebration, Catlett honored for deep roots in community
City’s superintendent of schools recognized at 37th annual event.
Stafford County supervisors honor good Samaritan rescuers
Guillermo Shelton, a truck driver, and Austin Leonard, a construction worker, rescued the victim seconds before their car became engulfed by flames.
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.
News from B101.5/WFVA
WATCH: An idea takes root
Earth Day marked the opening of a Seed Library on the third floor of the downtown branch of the Central Rappahannock Regional Library.
Frost Advisory overnight
National Weather Service says temps will drop into the low to mid-30’s.
WATCH: Food and water donations requested for Law Enforcement United ride in May
Sgt. Lussier with the Fredericksburg Sheriff’s Office and Capt. Cowles with City Police talk about the upcoming Law Enforcement United ride for fallen officers.
LISTEN: Historic Garden Week comes to Fredericksburg on Tuesday
Tour is on lower Caroline Street.
I-95 North paving this week
VDOT says there will be delays and detours.
News from around Virginia
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.