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Coffee in hand, Fredericksburg? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Police seek tips after hit-and-run damages Caroline Street building
  • New heart failure device now available at Mary Washington Hospital
  • How short-staffed is Fredericksburg's VA clinic—and what might change next?

Also on today's calendar: FREE Party Trivia Night to Support Ars Moriendi Services and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 84 and low of 59 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A blend of sun and clouds, temps: high: 87, low: 68. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Humid with heavy t-storms, with a high of 82 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. WATCH: Driver Sought After Hit-And-Run Damages Caroline Street Building (patch.com) — Fredericksburg police are asking residents to help identify a woman driver and two men involved in a hit-and-run that damaged an air-conditioning unit on the 1700 block of Caroline Street. Video shows the trio struggling to free their vehicle before leaving the scene, and investigators are urging anyone with information to contact the department or submit anonymous tips through text or the FPD Tip app.
   

2. Fredericksburg Hospital Performs First Barostim Implant For Heart Failure (patch.com) — Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg has completed its first implantation of the Barostim device, offering a new option for certain heart failure patients whose symptoms persist despite medication. Hospital leaders say the therapy, which works through the body's nervous system, aims to improve quality of life while allowing local patients to access advanced cardiovascular care close to home.
   

3. Vindman Optimistic on VA Transparency Legislation (fxbgadvance.com) — Staffing shortages at the Fredericksburg VA Health Care Center are drawing scrutiny as Rep. Eugene Vindman pushes a bipartisan bill to require more frequent, detailed reporting on vacancies across the VA system. Local veterans have reported long waits and canceled appointments, while VA officials insist Fredericksburg's staffing and appointment numbers meet targets. Upcoming meetings may determine whether care and staffing improve for area veterans.
   

4. Fredericksburg's school budget public survey open through Sept. 15 (fredericksburgfreepress.com) — Fredericksburg City Public Schools are asking parents, staff, students, and community members to weigh in on priorities for the 2028 school budget through an online survey open until Sept. 15. Early responses highlight teacher pay, staffing, literacy support, and concerns about classroom technology, and School Board members say this feedback will shape upcoming budget work sessions this fall.
   

5. This Historic Virginia Street Still Has Old Stone Paving That Echoes The Town's Colonial Past (myfamilytravels.com) — Fredericksburg's Caroline Street invites you to walk on original cobblestone paving while exploring one of the East Coast's best-preserved colonial streetscapes. From the Rising Sun Tavern and Goolrick's Pharmacy to the wider 40-block historic district and nearby battlefield sites, the piece highlights how everyday businesses and preserved sidewalks keep the city's layered history vividly alive for visitors and locals alike.
   

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  • Good morning neighbors.
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Ok Fredericksburg! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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