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.
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Camp hopes to spark girls’ interest in the outdoors
Friends of the Rappahannock hopes teenage girls can influence the future of natural resources.
Winners named in recycling art contest
Students created sculptures out of recycled materials.
UPDATED: Discussions between MWHC, Moss Free Clinic ‘will not continue’
Boards representing the two nonprofits met March 12, but the gathering apparently did not yield a productive resolution.
Rappahannock United Way to provide free tax prep service
Taxpayers with a household income of $80,000 or less are eligible for organization’s Prosper Taxes service.
Spotsylvania School Board votes on superintendent search firm
During special meeting, school board hires BWP & Associates as search firm and approves contract for acting superintendent.
RAHD: No measles cases confirmed locally in 2024
Virginia is well covered by the MMR vaccine, with 95% of kindergartners’ records reflecting fully vaccinated status.
Stafford County crime reports
The following crimes were reported to the Stafford Sheriff’s Office from March 15-25.
Fredericksburg City crime report March 25
A John Deere lawnmower and a tub of restaurant kitchen grease were among items reported stolen.
Public hearing on Spotsylvania budget set for Thursday evening
School division has a nearly $47 million funding gap.
Superintendent’s event gives city students a seat at the community table
Roundtable involved a student panel of James Monroe seniors and discussions on school strategy.
Camp hopes to spark girls’ interest in the outdoors
Friends of the Rappahannock hopes teenage girls can influence the future of natural resources.
Winners named in recycling art contest
Students created sculptures out of recycled materials.
UPDATED: Discussions between MWHC, Moss Free Clinic ‘will not continue’
Boards representing the two nonprofits met March 12, but the gathering apparently did not yield a productive resolution.
Rappahannock United Way to provide free tax prep service
Taxpayers with a household income of $80,000 or less are eligible for organization’s Prosper Taxes service.
Spotsylvania School Board votes on superintendent search firm
During special meeting, school board hires BWP & Associates as search firm and approves contract for acting superintendent.
RAHD: No measles cases confirmed locally in 2024
Virginia is well covered by the MMR vaccine, with 95% of kindergartners’ records reflecting fully vaccinated status.
President signs into law Spanberger’s legislation to provide $637,195 for Fredericksburg Emergency Operations Center
Funding Will Allow the City of Fredericksburg to Enhance Security at Emergency Operations Center.
Stafford schools battle food insecurity
Community partnerships and grants allow students to construct 385 meal kits
An egg-cellent gesture: MWHC donates more than 450 Easter baskets
In the past 13 years, over 5,300 donated Easter baskets have been distributed throughout the Fredericksburg area.
King George supervisors ready to ‘go to war’ with Amazon
Battle lines drawn over data center performance agreement signed by previous board.
‘They celebrated like any family’: Stafford Sheriff, Bakers honor slain daughter
Not a birthday nor anniversary has gone by that Sue Baker hasn’t thought about her daughter.
State summit is Eagles’ desired perch on the track
Colonial Forge looking to build off strong showing during the indoor season.
Over the river, but where exactly? FAMPO will cross that bridge when they get to it.
Citizens gather to check out potential options for Rappahannock River crossing west of Interstate 95.
King George supervisors speak on staff departures
Departing Director of Economic Development and Tourism: supervisors’ hands-on approach with staff is unusual.
Public hearing on Spotsylvania budget set for Thursday evening
School division has a nearly $47 million funding gap.
Superintendent’s event gives city students a seat at the community table
Roundtable involved a student panel of James Monroe seniors and discussions on school strategy.
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Chance of rain into this afternoon
Easter Sunday looks perfect—chance of rain enters the forecast Saturday afternoon
PHOTOS: Train now. Stay safe later
Spotsylvania Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management teamed up with Rappahannock Electric Cooperative for hot line training! Officials say this ensures their safety and yours when responding to emergencies involving downed power lines. Remember if you see a downed line, stay away and call 911!
WATCH: Roads and emergency dispatch–Stafford has big plans for over 1.7 million dollars in federal money
Sheriff David Decatur and VDOT’s Kyle Bates talk about how Stafford County will benefit from over 1.7 million dollars in federal money on its way.
State Police seek missing convicted sex offender
Sheldon Davis was last known to be living in Orange County
LISTEN: Town Talk/Rappahannock Adult Activities
Alexis Fox and Katie Lafleur preview the Spring Plant Sale–it begins March 29th at 750 Kings Highway. M-F 9-4, Saturday 9-noon. Your purchase helps fund programs for adults with intellectual disabilities. There’s a Garden Party on April 18th.
News from around Virginia
Some events listings provided by The City of Fredericksburg Tourism Department and the Stafford County Tourism Department.