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Stafford School Board talks middle school redistricting
Replacing Drew Middle School and Hartwood Elementary School are the next two major capital projects on tap for the division, and new middle school boundaries are required prior to opening the Drew …
PHOTOS/WATCH: Dirt, sawdust and paint in Caroline
People across the community continue to come together to help build Habitat for Humanity homes in Caroline County.
THE SATURDAY ADVANCE: FREDLINES, READS, and STATE of the STATE
AUGUST 29, 2026. All About the Day.
PHOTOS: An afternoon at Motts Run
Getting away from small screens and enjoying the world around us.
Ralph Hicks Obituary (2026) - Fredericksburg, VA - The Free Lance - Star - Legacy obituary
Ralph Hicks Obituary (2026) - Fredericksburg, VA - The Free Lance - Star Legacy obituary
Stafford Planning Commission advances Accokeek data center project
The commission recommended approval, 4-3, despite the pleas of more than 50 speakers at a public hearing.
How Can We Get Out of Our Electricity Mess?
THE FXBG ADVANCE FRIDAY 8/28/26 AFTERNOON READ
In 3-1 vote, Caroline Planning Commission recommends denial of Carmel Technology and Enterprise Center
The board of supervisors will have the final say on the project, which covers approximately 1,111 acres in the Carmel Church area.
Forty-Five Million Acres at Risk, One Month to Speak Up
THE FXBG ADVANCE FRIDAY 8/28/26 MIDDAY READ
PODCAST: The Tribe, episode 7: The Two Bills, Part II: Mr. Speaker
What really happened at the state Capitol in February of 2010?
Medical Greed: The Sermon on the Amount
THE FXBG ADVANCE FRIDAY 8/28/26 MORNING READ
Who to watch in the Battlefield District
Courtland may be the defending district champions, but they'll be pushed by Spotsylvania and others this fall.
Fredericksburg Voted Best Main Street in the South
Caroline Street, the centerpiece of historic downtown Fredericksburg, has been named the Best Main Street in the South by Garden & Gun after topping a regional competition that celebrated the South…
WATCH: Ferry Farm’s kitchen yields three years of discoveries
Another season of archaeology at George Washington’s boyhood home, Ferry Farm, in Stafford, has wrapped up.
What's New On Netflix September 2026: 'The Gentlemen,' 'Unabomber,' 'The Lizzie Borden Story' And The NFL
Netflix’s September slate brings hit crime thrillers, buzzy dramas, and long‑awaited new seasons of fan‑favorite series.
315 Azalia Dr, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 - Realtor.com
315 Azalia Dr, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 Realtor.com
These Are The 10 Cheapest Places To Live In Virginia, New Ranking Says
A new Houzeo ranking compared home prices, rents and living costs to identify 10 of Virginia's most affordable communities.
Supreme Court Ruling Puts Virginia’s Mail Ballot Rules In Flux
The Supreme Court lifted an order that had blocked parts of President Donald Trump’s March executive order governing mail-in ballots.
Woman's Bat 'Kiss' | Guillotine Found In Truck | Ghostface On The Loose: VA Top News
This week's top headlines include a new measles warning, leaders weigh in on immigration, and a rare blue tree frog draws visitors.
4503 Garfield Ct, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 - Realtor.com
4503 Garfield Ct, Fredericksburg, VA 22408 Realtor.com
Stafford Man Released Under GPS Monitoring In Federal Child Exploitation Case
A federal judge released Gaston Rouse under GPS monitoring and strict internet limits as his case heads to a grand jury.
BREAKING: Jury convicts Butler of second-degree murder in death of Spotsylvania teen
Jury also found Spotsylvania County man guilty of attempted second-degree murder and other charges.
SOL pass rates improve in Fredericksburg City Schools
FCPS named an 'exemplar division' for its gains in math.
THE THURSDAY ADVANCE: FREDLINES, READS, and STATE of the STATE
AUGUST 27, 2026. All About the Day.
Fight or Fold: The Pattern Fredericksburg Needs to Test on the VA
THE FXBG ADVANCE THURSDAY 8/27/26 AFTERNOON READ
New state dashboard reveals how many are at risk of losing SNAP benefits
Over 200 families in region at risk of losing benefits.
Fredericksburg Seeks Contractor To Restore General Hugh Mercer Monument
Fredericksburg is seeking a conservation specialist to restore the bronze General Hugh Mercer statue and its stone base.
PJM proposal would require data centers to bring their own power
New proposal from grid operator filed with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission could mean further changes to how Virginia regulates the growing industry.
Fredericksburg District: Weekly Travel Alert for Aug. 30-Sept. 5, 2026 - Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov)
Fredericksburg District: Weekly Travel Alert for Aug. 30-Sept. 5, 2026 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov)
Greystar Acquires Master-Planned Mixed-Use Multifamily Development Project Parcel in Fredericksburg Virginia - Yield PRO
Greystar Acquires Master-Planned Mixed-Use Multifamily Development Project Parcel in Fredericksburg Virginia Yield PRO
Fredericksburg’s Belvedere Plantation Owners Confirm Data Center Plans - Northern Virginia Magazine
Fredericksburg’s Belvedere Plantation Owners Confirm Data Center Plans Northern Virginia Magazine
The Princeton Review Ranks UMW Among Nation’s Best, Theatre Rises to No. 12
byThe University of Mary Washington has once again been named among the nation’s best by The Princeton Review, with UMW Theatre earning an even higher spot among the country’s top college theatre p…
Rabies Clinic 10/24
Pre-registration is highly encouraged and begins 9/21 at the Treasurer's Office in the Holbert Building, 9104 Courthouse Road, 22553.
Agenda for the September 1st Electoral Board Meeting.
Agenda for the September 1st Electoral Board Meeting.
Linda “Kay” Brooks
Linda “Kay” Brooks, 80, of Fredericksburg passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026 at her home, surrounded by her family. […]
Kenneth Hensen Obituary (2026) - Fredericksburg, VA - Covenant Funeral Service - Fredericksburg - Legacy obituary
Kenneth Hensen Obituary (2026) - Fredericksburg, VA - Covenant Funeral Service - Fredericksburg Legacy obituary
Fredericksburg District | Overnight I-95 Traffic Stops in Caroline County on Tuesday, Sept. 1 - Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov)
Fredericksburg District | Overnight I-95 Traffic Stops in Caroline County on Tuesday, Sept. 1 Virginia Department of Transportation (.gov)
Virtual Design Public Hearing Presentation | Route 3 Operational Improvements in Spotsylvania County - Fredericksburg.com
Virtual Design Public Hearing Presentation | Route 3 Operational Improvements in Spotsylvania County Fredericksburg.com
Kids’ Birthday Party Etiquette: RSVPs, Siblings And Gifts [The Question]
Uninvited siblings, late RSVPs, “no gifts” requests and increasingly elaborate celebrations are testing old birthday-party manners.
Spotsylvania Man Accused Of Using Snapchat To Solicit Nude Images From Girls
A Spotsylvania man faces five charges after investigators identified victims ranging from 11 to 17 years old, authorities said.
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THE FXBG ADVANCE THURSDAY 8/27/26 MIDDAY READ
Federal Officers Arrest Stafford Man In Child Sexual Abuse Material Case
A Stafford man was arrested after the FBI said it found more than 3,500 child sexual abuse images and videos on his phone.
First Students are the Heartbeat of UMW’s New MSN Program
byFrom her time on the road as a travel nurse to a fast-paced stint in the ER, Lindsay Statham’s healthcare career has been boosted by mentors who’ve helped shape her work. Now a clinical manager a…
Stafford County Will Honor the Fallen at 25th Observance of the 9/11 Attacks
June 2026 Agenda and minutes
June 2026 Agenda and minutes Update: Minutes added or updated