Ross Mortgage Launches Guaranteed Pre-Approval Program for Buyers

Innovative new lending program helps buyers stand out in a seller's market

Bowman Distillery Receives Ultimate Spirits Challenge Awards

A. Smith Bowman, a Spotsylvania-based distillery, received 6 awards for their bourbons at the 2021 Ultimate Spirits Challenge.

Fredericksburg Area Restaurants Received Revitalization Grants

Fredericksburg area restaurants were helped by a federal program as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.

Which Fredericksburg Businesses Got PPP Loans

The Paycheck Protection Program helped around 113,491 Virginia businesses in 2021 alone, including some in Fredericksburg.

Harry's Alehouse To Open Downtown Fredericksburg Location

Harry's Alehouse, a popular Spotsylvania County restaurant, is opening a second location in downtown Fredericksburg.

Amazon To Expand VA Presence With New Robotics Fulfillment Center

Development of the new robotics fulfillment center in Henrico County comes more than two years after Amazon picked Arlington for its HQ2.

Virginia's Horse Racing Industry Touts Economic Impact

The horse racing industry in Virginia generated an estimated economic impact of $542.1 million in 2019, according to a new study.

Gala At The Ballpark Hosted By Fredericksburg Chamber Of Commerce

The Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce will host their 30th annual awards and gala on Friday, April 30 at the New Fredericksburg Ballpark.

Fredericksburg Area Bankruptcy Filings Slowed Amid Pandemic Last Year

There was a major change in bankruptcy filings across the country last year. Here are the numbers for Fredericksburg.

Small Business Owner Helps Others Bounce Back From Pandemic

Doug Walton of Minuteman Press is helping other businesses in the area recover from the pandemic with the Bounce Back Fredericksburg program

How Reliable Is Your Virginia Electric Provider?

See how well utility providers in the Fredericksburg area and across VA serve their electric customers.

'FXBG Diverse City' Program Showcases Diverse Local Businesses

A new program will highlight diverse, locally-owned businesses in Fredericksburg from February until June.

Sedona Taphouse Donating Money For Every Martini Sold

Sedona Taphouse is donating $1 to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation for every lemon basil martini sold.

18 NoVA, DC Chain Retailers That Closed In 2020

The 2020 coronavirus pandemic pummeled retail chains in DC and northern Virginia. Here are brands that closed stores locally or in the U.S.

VA Black Business Directory Offers Guide For Holiday Shopping

The Virginia Black Business Directory released a holiday gift guide for residents who want to support Black-owned businesses in the state.

Free Coffee For Front-Line Workers At Starbucks In Fredericksburg

Starbucks will offer free coffee for all front-line workers through the end of 2020.

Where To Find 2020 Christmas Trees In Fredericksburg

Christmas tree sales are starting in and around Fredericksburg. Here are some local options to support.

Small Business Saturday: Help Them Stay Afloat In Fredericksburg

Small Business Saturday — it's on Nov. 28 this year — helps local businesses in Fredericksburg overcome pandemic hardships.

Small Brewery Sunday 2020: Where To Grab A Pint In Fredericksburg

The second annual Small Brewery Sunday is Nov. 29. Here’s how to support local breweries and taprooms in Fredericksburg.

Grants Offered For Area Nonprofits, Community Recovery

The goal of the grant round is to bolster communities and organizations impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

Holiday Season At Spotsylvania Towne Centre Includes Santa Claus

Spotsylvania Towne Centre released its holiday hours, with the shopping complex kicking off the season at 6 a.m. on Black Friday.

Food Lion Expands To-Go Services At Fredericksburg Area Stores

Food Lion is adding its Food Lion To-Go grocery pick-up service at certain stores in the Fredericksburg area starting Monday.

Pet Valu Stores To Close, Including Fredericksburg Location

The retailer said it plans to wind down operations due to impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Virginia Black Business Directory Expo Coming To Fredericksburg

The Virginia Black Business Directory is holding its inaugural expo and food truck festival in Fredericksburg on Saturday.

Cheddar's Looks To Fill 120 Jobs At New Fredericksburg Restaurant

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen is holding a hiring event starting Saturday to fill positions at its new Fredericksburg restaurant.

Spotsylvania Wins Competition For Large Veterans Affairs Clinic

The Veterans Affairs clinic in Spotsylvania will be one of the largest privately owned Veterans Affairs medical centers in the country.

VA Black Business Directory To Hold Inaugural Expo In October

The founders of the Virginia Black Business Directory will be holding their inaugural business expo in Stafford County on Oct. 17.

Fredericksburg Popcorn Shop Delivers Salty And Sweet Goodness

Making savory popcorn is a family tradition for Carolyn Gipson who owns Jus Pop’n, a gourmet popcorn shop in downtown Fredericksburg.

Lilly Bloom To Hold Grand Opening At Spotsylvania Towne Centre

Margo Frazier's business, Lilly Bloom Artisan Bath & Body, won the Small Shop Showdown competition at Spotsylvania Towne Centre.

Dunkin' Opens New Location In Fredericksburg Area

Dunkin’ is celebrating the opening of the new location by offering customers 99-cent medium hot or iced coffee through Sept. 9.

Spotsylvania Towne Centre Offering Gifts On 40th Anniversary

Spotsylvania Towne Centre​ is celebrating its 40th anniversary in the Fredericskburg area by offering $40 gift cards to customers.

Fredericksburg Awarded $25K Downtown Revitalization Grant

Gov. Ralph Northam awarded Fredericksburg VA Main Street Inc. a $25,000 grant to accelerate revitalization of the city's downtown area.

Spirit Halloween To Open 2 Locations In Fredericksburg In 2020

The company is planning to open its two new locations in Fredericksburg for the season later in August.

VA Store Closings: 17 Justice, 9 Catherine's, 1 LOFT Outlet

The parent company of Ann Taylor, LOFT, Lane Bryant, Cacique and other brands is closing more than 1,000 stores, including 27 in Virginia.

Paycheck Protection Loans In Fredericksburg: Who Got The Money

Which Fredericksburg businesses and organizations got the coronavirus relief loans? How many jobs did they save?

Fredericksburg Takes Applications For Coronavirus Business Grants

The city of Fredericksburg is taking applications from small businesses as part of another round of grants tied to the coronavirus.

GEICO Adding 100 Positions To Fredericksburg Area Office

The new job openings in the Fredericksburg area are part of GEICO's national hiring push to add more than 3,000 jobs.

Fredericksburg Tests Outdoor Dining Program To Help Businesses

Fredericksburg is conducting a pilot program to help local restaurants survive the impact of the coronavirus outbreak and stay-at-home order

VA Weekly Unemployment Claims Lowest Since March Spike

An estimated 39,242 Virginians filed for first-time unemployment benefits for the week ending May 23 — a decrease of 5,457 last week.

Fredericksburg Expands Sidewalk Seating For Downtown Restaurants

Fredericksburg has closed on-street parking spaces in front of five downtown restaurants to allow expanded sidewalk seating areas.