Water Main Breaks Plague Downtown Fredericksburg

Five separate water main breaks are being addressed in downtown Fredericksburg, according to city officials, and loss of water is possible.

Virginia Lottery Winner: Stafford Man Pockets $250K

A Stafford man won $250,000 in a Virginia Lottery scratch-off game ticket he bought in Fredericksburg.

Virginia Lottery $1M Winner Is Fredericksburg Woman

A Fredericksburg woman won $1 million in a Virginia Lottery scratch-off game, with the ticket bought in Spotsylvania.

Look Up Virginia State Workers’ Salaries: Report

The Richmond Times-Dispatch obtained all state employees’ names, job titles and salaries using Virginia's Freedom of Information statute.

Virginia Governor's Race 2017: Confederate Monument Issue Looms

In the Virginia governor's race between Republican Ed Gillespie and Democrat Ralph Northam, how big a role will Confederate statues play?

Virginia Lottery Winner: Ashland Man Nets $500K

Using part of his winning from a $100 ticket, Ashland's Gregory Dean won $500,000 in the Virginia Lottery scratch-off game "Super Ticket."

Fredericksburg Restaurant Inspections: Bob Evans, Primavera Pizzeria & Grill, More

Here are some of the most recent restaurant inspections in and around Fredericksburg.

Flies In Dining Area: Fredericksburg Restaurant Inspections ICYMI

Here are some of the most recent restaurant inspections in and around Fredericksburg.

New Virginia Laws Take Effect July 1: Birth Control, Drunk Truckers, Child Care, More ICYMI

New Virginia laws taking effect July 1 include harsher penalties for drunk truckers and stiffer requirements for child care workers.

Virginia Governor's Race 2017: Gillespie Has Big Lead, Dems A Toss-Up Say Polls

While Republican candidate Ed Gillespie has a big lead heading into the June 13 primary, two Democrats are in quite the tight race.

Fredericksburg Restaurant Inspections: The Melting Pot, Golden Corral, More

Here are some of the most recent restaurant inspections in and around Fredericksburg.

Fredericksburg Restaurant Inspections: Waffle House, Fredericksburg Country Club, Duck Donuts, More

The most recent restaurant inspections in and around Fredericksburg.

Virginia Governor's Race: Meet The Candidates

Learn about the men running for governor of Virginia, and take a quiz to determine which candidate best aligns with your political views.

Woman's Virginia Lottery Play a Hit in Fredericksburg

All she was doing was showing a friend how to use the Virginia Lottery self-service machine. The friend won $12, but she won a lot more.

Canal Street, 200 Block, Begins One-Way Conversion in Fredericksburg

This is the week when the 200 block of Canal Street's eastbound traffic toward Caroline Street will converted to one-way traffic.

Stafford Carpenter Wins Big in Virginia Lottery

While on a lunch break at the Wawa at 275 Butler Road in Fredericksburg, he decided to buy a few Virginia Lottery tickets. One was a charm.

Caroline Street Closure Begins This Week in Fredericksburg

It's in the 500 block between Wolfe Street and Lafayette Boulevard, and will last for a month during daylight hours for sewer line work.

Public Hearing For One-Way Canal Street Tuesday in Fredericksburg

The traffic pattern change in downtown would give the right of of way to Princess Anne Street motorists though the intersection with Canal.

Bill Adding New Hurdle to Voter Registration Gets Virginia House Approval

Voters in Virginia would have to show a copy of their birth certificate or their passport when registering under new statehouse bill.

Parts of I-95 Closed Tuesday and Wednesday Night in Fredericksburg: VDOT

Lanes will be closed in both directions, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation, on a rotating basis. Signs will note delay.

VDOT Rappahannock River Crossing Hearing Wednesday in Fredericksburg

The public is invited to hear, watch and see plans for the I-95 expansion project meant to ease congestion at various interchanges.

Another Public Parking Forum Next Week in Fredericksburg

It's set for 7 p.m. Thursday at City Hall Council Chambers. Also, a survey for residents has been tweaked in light of discovered glitches.

Public Parking Forum Thursday in Fredericksburg

Input is sought from residents around downtown and the University of Mary Washington. Short- and long-term ideas will be among the topics.

Bridge Repairs Begin Tuesday in Fredericksburg: VDOT

The bridge over Hazel Run on Route 1 was structurally damaged in the 2011 earthquake. The $1.1 million project should be completed by June.

Road Work 'Hot Spots' This Week in Fredericksburg Area

The Virginia Department of Transportation offers a list of projects ranging from bridge washing to highway improvement.

'Porch Pirates' Strike in Fredericksburg: Police

A woman had a package stolen that had been dropped off at her front door, say Fredericksburg Police. Experts provide preventative tips.

University of Mary Washington Salaries 2015: Report

The Richmond Times-Dispatch obtained state employees’ names, job titles and salaries using Virginia's Freedom of Information statute.

Curbside Recycling Restrictions Loosened in Fredericksburg

Acceptable items now include clean food and beverage cartons (soup and juice boxes, milk and juice cartons).

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Hate, Pride, Protest, Violence and Hope in the Trump Era | Weekend Read

After Donald Trump's surprise win, hate crimes and violent protests rise, but so do messages of hope and community.

Stafford County No. 1 in Nation For Black Household Incomes

According to Pew Charitable Trusts, the county is one of seven in which white households fare worse than black households.

Election 2016: U.Va.'s Larry Sabato Gets it Wrong, Stafford, Spotsylvania Get it Right

University of Virginia political whiz sees his Crystal Ball shattered while majority of Stafford and Spotsylvania voters went with winner.

Virginia Election Results 2016: Hillary Clinton Wins Virginia

State home to Hillary Clinton's running mate turned out to be a challenge for the Democratic ticket. Here are the latest results.

Batarangs Confiscated at Charlottesville Albemarle Airport: TSA

The three razor-sharp items were in a carry-on bag, and the TSA was quick to share a photo of the items, as it does often with social media.

Fredericksburg Election Results 2016: Voting Begins, Poll Hours, Locations, More

Hotlines are set up in Virginia​ for anyone who encounters violations while trying to vote.

Community Cleanup Week: Location of Dumpsters in Fredericksburg

Drop off things such as furniture, tires, etc. Also, Monday is last day to call for appliance pickup on Tuesday.

Traffic Congestion Solution at I-95 Interchange in Stafford?

Virginia approves $99 million to build new interchange at I-95 and Courthouse Road, which will expanded to four lanes.

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No Pay Raises, Hiring Freeze to Cover Virginia's $1.5 Billion Budget Shortfall

Plans to increase salaries for teachers and other state employees on hold. Gov. Terry McAuliffe says more difficult decisions to come.

Trump Giving Up Virginia: Here's Why | Patch PM

Campaign moving resources to other states | National Archives putting groove in your GIFs | $10 million scratch-off ticket winner