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Fredericksburg Cyclists Start Petition Against Park Gravel
The Fredericksburg Cyclists Club has created an online petition to try to persuade the National Park Service to remove the gravel it recently dropped on Lee Drive that they believe causes safety and riding problems .
Procession highlights Memorial Day and Civil War roles of blacks
Not in 141 years has Fredericksburg seen anything quite like it: More than 100 people, of all ages and races, marching on Memorial Day through the streets toward Fredericksburg National Cemetery to honor its Northern dead.
Woodworker tips his hats to Nelson
Chris Light and wife Patsy are all smiles as they meet Willie Nelson in Fredericksburg to present two handcrafted hats.
Come out to Riverbend tomorrow
May 28, for a one-of-a-kind Memorial Day observance that will honor, remember, and reflect on those who have so selflessly given their all in service to their country.
Tonya Rose Gibson, 66, of Spotsylvania County died Saturday, May 26, 2012, at Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center.
Crews will be milling and paving in this area. All lanes will be open to traffic in time for the morning rush hour.
Despite struggles, students succeed Once-homeless Germanna grad tells ...
Daniel Reichwein spent three of his 29 years homeless, living in shelters, sleeping in a tool shed, or fashioning a makeshift home from a tent he pitched in a patch of woods in Fredericksburg.
Sure, Siri's a good listener, but can she keep a secret?
The iPhone 4S virtual assistant can be very helpful. She's a good listener. And she's funny, in a smart, dry way.
Classmates tip their caps to student battling tumor
Courtland Elementary School students and staff turned out in Easter bonnets and Mickey Mouse ears, baseball caps, camouflage hats and fedoras to show support for one of their own.
Va. counties' winery tour with twist aims to boost tourism
Virginia counties are hoping residents decide to buy a glass and take a wine tour to help boost tourism over Father's Day weekend.
For Ray MacAnanny, being a success meant more than making money-so much more. A It meant making a difference in the lives of those who weren't successful.
Spotsy settles assessment suit
Spotsylvania County has settled a lawsuit claiming it assessed a former Capital One building in Lee's Hill at more than twice its actual value.
Wish your kids could do their homework on Sunday at the library? Ran out of books to read, and can't make it to your local library during their current hours? Well, starting July 8, you'll have more hours to get your library time in.
Courtland High student excels, but her parents live 1,800 miles away; Michelle Gomez wishes her mom could see her graduate In her first year at Courtland High School, Michelle Gomez has made her mark: earning the art student of the month title, tutoring Hispanic students and winning the hearts of the faculty.
Old Glory, Christian flags fly together
Benchmark Baptist Fellowship on Benchmark Road in Spotsylvania County wants to make a statement for our country and church by erecting a flagpole and flying the United States flag as well as their Christian flag.
New Mediterranean restaurant coming to Southpoint II
A husband-and-wife team plan to open a Mediterranean restaurant next month near the Lowe's at the Southpoint II shopping center in Spotsylvania County.
Spotsy schools storage site for homeless supplies named "The Treasure House"
School social worker Michelle Patton took suggestions from folks for the names and today students at Courthouse Academy got the honor of voting for their favorite.
Cyclist killed in Spotsy crash Cyclist is killed after being hit by a car on Spotsylvania
A 49-year-old Spotsylvania County woman was killed this morning after she was hit by a car while riding her bike, according to a press release from the Sheriff's Office.
Holiday travel up, gas prices down
More Virginians are expected to travel this Memorial Day weekend than last, when Virginia gas prices were about 30 cents higher a gallon.
These were among the suggestions readers offered in an informal poll on our fredericksburg.com blog for what they'd like to see open in six now-vacant buildings in the Fredericksburg area.
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