Riverfront Park, The City's First Smart Park, Celebrates Grand Opening

The City of Fredericksburg officially opened its first smart park on 4 acres on Sophia Street in historic downtown on Saturday.

Fire At Madonna House Senior Apartments Displaces Dozens

A fire broke out at the Madonna House senior living community on Monday night; dozens of residents are still dealing with the aftermath.

Update: Missing 12-Year-Old Girl Found In Stafford: Police

A 12-year-old girl who was reported missing earlier this week is back home now, the Stafford County Sheriff's Office said.

Annual Gun Giveback Event Returns To The City Of Fredericksburg

The Fredericksburg Police Department is hosting a voluntary gun giveback event at their headquarters on Cowan Boulevard on Saturday, May 7.

Worker Dies At Amazon Construction Site In Stafford: Police

A 23-year-old worker from Richmond died at a Stafford construction site for an Amazon facility on Wednesday, the sheriff's office said.

Missing 14-Year-Old Girl Sought In Fredericksburg: Police

Police in Fredericksburg are asking for the public's help finding a 14-year-old girl who was reported missing on Wednesday.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Comes To Fredericksburg

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day will be Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at several Fredericksburg locations.

Missing Teen Sought In Fredericksburg: Police

Police in Fredericksburg are asking for the public's help finding a 15-year-old boy who went missing when he left his home on Wednesday.

Missing Woman, Baby Sought In Stafford County: Police

The Stafford County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding a missing woman and her 1-year-old daughter.

Woman Dies In Fire After Attempting To Save Pets: Fire Department

An elderly woman died in a Spotsylvania house fire. Officials said she helped her family evacuate before reentering the home to save pets.

TSA PreCheck Application Center Comes To Fredericksburg This Week

A mobile TSA PreCheck Application Center will come to AAA in Fredericksburg this week, where travelers can make future flights easier.

2 Pets Dead After Monday Morning House Fire In Stafford County

A fire broke out at a Stafford home on Monday morning. One person escaped through a window, but two pets died in the blaze, officials said.

Update: Missing 10-Year-Old Found In Fredericksburg: Police

Update: Authorities in Fredericksburg said a 10-year-old who was reported missing on Thursday has been found.

Controlled Burn May Cause Visible Smoke Columns Near Quantico

Authorities at the Quantico Marine Corps Base are conducting a controlled burn on Monday. They are also monitoring an on-base wild fire.

Missing 17-Year-Old Girl Sought In Fredericksburg: Police

Police in Fredericksburg are asking for the public's help finding a missing 17-year-old girl who was last seen on River Walk Street.

Missing Stafford Teen Was Last Seen At Paragon Theatres: Police

Authorities in Stafford County are asking for the public's help locating a missing 17-year-old boy who was last seen at Paragon Theatres.

Stafford Student Wins Virginia Lottery's Art Contest

Jocelyn Turman, a middle school student from Stafford, is one of three winners in this year's Virginia Lottery Thank a Teacher Art Contest.

$500K Lottery Ticket Purchased In Spotsylvania During A Pit Stop

A man from Spotsylvania County won $500,000 from the Virginia Lottery's Lucky Numbers game last month, according to lottery officials.

Tap Water May Taste, Smell Different In Stafford County

Tap water in Stafford County might taste and smell different for some residents as officials distribute free chlorine through water mains.

Update: Missing Girl From Fredericksburg Found Safely

Police in Fredericksburg said a girl who was reported missing in Fredericksburg has been found. The girl is safe, authorities said.

Teen named Young Marine of the Year for second year

For the second year in a row, Ian Ross is the top Young Marine in Division 2 which includes Washington D.C. and six states.

'Outstanding Response' Award Recognizes Stafford Fire Department

The Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department received the governor's fire service award for 'outstanding fire department response.'

Winning Powerball Ticket Worth $100,000 Sold In Fredericksburg

A 7-Eleven in Fredericksburg sold a winning Powerball ticket worth $100,000; the winner claimed his prize at the end of January.

Missing Man Sought In Fredericksburg: Police

Police in Fredericksburg are asking for the public's help locating a man who is known to frequent homeless shelters in the area.

Backyard Bird Counting Event Comes To Widewater Park In Stafford

Birdwatchers from across the region can gather at the Widewater State Park in Stafford County this weekend to share their love of birds.

Missing Man Sought In Spotsylvania County: Police

Police in Spotsylvania County are asking for the public's help locating a missing 59-year-old man, the sheriff's office said on Monday.

New Response Team To Assist In Emergencies In Fredericksburg

The Fredericksburg Police Department is partnering with the the Rappahannock Area Community Services Board to start a Crisis Response Team.

17-Year-Old Boy Missing In Stafford County: Police

Police in Stafford County are looking for a 17-year-old boy who they believe ran away from his home.

Runaway Teen Sought In Stafford County: Police

Police in Stafford County asked for the public's help locating a 15-year-old girl who ran away from home.

Missing 53-Year-Old Man Sought In Stafford County: Police

Authorities in Stafford County are asking for the public's help locating a missing 53-year-old man.

$300K Lottery Prize Claimed By Spotsylvania Man

A man from Spotsylvania County claimed a $300,000 prize from the Virginia Lottery's Mega Crossword game earlier this month.

Red Cross Offers Amazon Gift Card For Blood Donations: Upcoming Drives Near Fredericksburg

Red Cross blood donors will receive a $10 Amazon gift card during February.

$3.4 Million Grant To Bring Internet To Homes In Western Stafford

A multimillion dollar project from Comcast and Stafford County will provide h internet to 600 underserved homes in western Stafford.

Missing Spotsylvania Man Last Spoke To Family On Thursday: Police

Authorities in Spotsylvania County are asking for the public's help locating a missing man who was last heard from on Thursday, Jan. 6.

Missing Spotsylvania Man May Be In Fredericksburg Or Stafford

Authorities are asking for the public's help locating a man from Spotsylvania who was reported missing on Tuesday, Jan. 4.

Chance To Win Super Bowl Tickets By Donating Blood: Red Cross

Red Cross blood donors will be entered for a chance to win tickets to the Super Bowl.

Power Outages Still Affect 13,000 In Stafford On Thursday

13,800 people were still without power in Stafford County on Thursday morning, and more snow is in the forecast overnight.

Warming Center Opens In Spotsylvania County On Monday Night

Spotsylvania County has open a warming center to assist the thousands of residents who were left without power after Monday's storm.

Missing Man Was Last Seen On Central Road In Fredericksburg

Police are asking for the public's help locating a missing man who was last seen in the 400 block of Central Road in Fredericksburg.

Chance To Win Super Bowl Tickets By Donating Blood Near Fredericksburg: Red Cross

Red Cross blood donors will be entered for a chance to win tickets to the Super Bowl.