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.

Victoria’s Secret Closing 250 Stores; See Locations In Virginia

Parent company L Brands also announced it plans to close 50 Bath & Body Works locations in the United States and Canada.

Signs For The Times: Businesses Turn To Fastsigns For Guidance

Fastsigns of Fredericksburg​ is producing new signs and graphics for businesses that need to provide precise messaging to the public.

Fredericksburg City And Economic Development Authority To Explore Business Assistance Programs In A Special Meeting On May 20

The EDA and City now want to work with the business community to discuss and implement additional ways to help.

Fredericksburg Restaurant Shares Tips For Shutdown Success

Some local Fredericksburg businesses have been able to successfully transition their operations to support online ordering and takeout.

J.C. Penney Bankruptcy Could Affect 22 Virginia Stores: Report

The iconic retailer J.C. Penney, which has 22 stores in Virginia, could become the latest to seek bankruptcy amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Spotsylvania Town Centre To Expand Hours Under Reopening Plan

Spotsylvania Towne Centre will resume additional in-person operations Friday, as part of Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam's phase one plan.

Fredericksburg Farmers Market Is Set To Open On May 16

Heaviest shopping times have been 8:30am – 10:30am, so consider arriving a little later in the day.

S&P, Moody’s And Fitch Affirm Fredericksburg City’s Outstanding Bond Ratings

The sale of the refunding bonds is currently scheduled for May 6.

Fredericksburg Costco Shoppers Will Be Required To Wear Mask

Costco announced that shoppers will need to wear a mask or face covering to shop at its warehouse locations.

Business Group Offers $1M In Funding For Coronavirus Recovery

GO Virginia has $1 million in funding to be used by businesses in Fredericksburg and nearby regions for coronavirus recovery efforts.

Fredericksburg City Offers Guidance For Local Business On Coronavirus Protective Measures

Retailers should assess the hazards to which their workers may be exposed.

Walmart Begins Implementing One-Way Aisles In Fredericksburg

Starting Thursday, all Walmart locations are implementing single-direction aisles.

Unemployment Claims In Virginia Near 500K; DC Unemployment Grows

More than 84,000 Virginians filed unemployment claims last week, a nearly 20-percent drop from the previous week.

Local Business Stewart Family Chiropractic Needs Your Help

Learn how Stafford's Stewart Family Chiropractic is faring in the coronavirus and what you can do to support them during this time.

VA Distilleries Can Now Ship Liquor To Customers

The state has given distilleries the go-ahead to ship spirits straight to customers homes during the coronavirus outbreak.

What's Open, Closed In Fredericksburg During Coronavirus Crisis

More than 20 local businesses are in our guide so far of what's open and closed in Fredericksburg.

Fredericksburg Businesses: Open Or Closed? Let Customers Know

We’re publishing a simple Open-or-Closed Directory for Fredericksburg Businesses. Here’s how to get listed.

Fredericksburg Invites Businesses To Apply For Coronavirus Grants

The City of Fredericksburg is accepting grant applications from small businesses that are struggling due to the coronavirus crisis.

Fredericksburg Chamber Invites Students To 9th Annual STEM Summit

The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce is holding its 9th Annual STEM Summit Saturday at Chancellor High School.

King George Coal-Fired Power Plant To Close In 2021: Report

The Birchwood Power Plant, a coal-burning power plant in King George County, will be shutting down in 2021, according to a report.

Women's Boutique Arriving In Late Spring At Towne Centre

A women's clothing retailer, Versona, is coming to Spotsylvania Towne Centre in late spring, according to the shopping center.

Warehouse Buildings Near Route 17 Sell For $4.1 Million

Finmarc Management sold two warehouse and industrial buildings, totaling more than 50,000 in square feet, in the Fredericksburg area.

Women's Fashion Boutique To Open In Downtown: Report

Apricot Lane​ Boutique has franchise-owned locations across the country, including one in Virginia Beach.​

Towne Centre Names Winner Of 6 Months Of Rent-Free Space

Spotsylvania Towne Centre announced Monday morning the business that will get six months of rent-free space, starting April 1.

Fredericksburg Firm Wins $100 Million Counterterrorism Contract

IST Research, headquartered in downtown Fredericksburg, was awarded a nearly $100 million contract from the U.S. State Department.

Solar Farm's Construction Upsets Spotsylvania Residents: Report

Critics of the sPower solar​ project in Spotsylvania County have raised concerns about its environmental impact.

Closure Of Sears At Spotsylvania Towne Centre Coming Soon: Report

A going-out-of-business sale at the Sears store began Dec. 2, and most merchandise has been sold, according to a report.

Towne Centre Holds Competition To Win Rent-Free Space

The Small Shop Showdown winner will get 26 weeks of rent-free space inside Spotsylvania Towne Centre in a prime location.

Weis Markets To Close Spotsylvania Store Next Month: Report

Weis Markets will close its store in Breezewood Shopping Center​ on Feb. 13, the Free Lance-Star reported.

2 Bed Bath & Beyond Stores Closing In NoVA, DC

A popular home decor retailer is closing two stores in the Washington, D.C., metro.

'Retro-Modern' Entertainment Venue Plans Spring 2020 Opening

Reclaim Arcade describes itself as "a unique retro-modern entertainment venue" with self-pour beer, wine, and cider taps.

Wawa Data Breach In DC, Virginia; All Stores Affected

Wawa customers who used credit or debit cards this year at any store may have had their data compromised, the convenience chain said.

Lidl, Whole Foods, Costco: NoVA Thanksgiving Grocery Store Hours

Can you pick up last-minute Thanksgiving items at Safeway, Costco, Whole Foods, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Wegmans, and Target on Thanksgiving?

Small Business Saturday 2019: Where To Shop In Fredericksburg

Small Business Saturday — it’s Nov. 30 this year — helps local businesses in Fredericksburg compete with big box stores.

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Sears To Close Spotsylvania Town Centre Location: Report

The company that owns Sears and Kmart recently announced major store closures across the United States.

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Need a job, or looking for a new career? Check these latest job offerings in the area.

New Coffeehouse Opening On Fredericksburg's Princess Anne Street

Agora Downtown's second Fredericksburg location, called Canal Quarter Coffee, is expected to open in December.