Members of the Sunrise Movement, a youth-led environmental group, occupied the office of Virginia's new Speaker of the House.
Opponents of Confederate statues rallied in Richmond Jan. 8 to support a bill that would give local governments control over war memorials.
A federal court ruled Virginia regulators did not adequately consider the health impacts of a compressor station on the local community.
Brenna Erford, the city's new budget manager, has testified before numerous state legislative bodies on public sector budget policy.
Tom Foley, who oversees the day-to-day operations of the county's government, has served as county administrator for the past two years.
Climate activists with the youth-led Sunrise Movement are planning a rally in Richmond on Jan. 13.
A petition filed in Fredericksburg alleged that only the Architectural Review Board could order the relocation of the slave auction block.
Gun owners can voluntarily turn in any unwanted firearms for proper and safe disposal.
Virginia's Lee-Jackson holiday in January, according to the proposed bill, would be replaced with a state holiday on Election Day.
Two U.S. lawmakers from Virginia want Northam to make replacing the Lee statue a legislative priority.
The City also fills key positions in Capital Projects and Stormwater Management.
Michael Jones, who is currently the city's deputy chief, was hired by the city as a firefighter in 1983 and steadily rose through the ranks.
Deborah Frazier, a middle school principal, will be the first African American to serve on the Spotsylvania County Board of Supervisors.
County board chairman mentions coffee shops denying police officers service, Hillary Clinton and Adolf Hitler in comments prior to vote.
The appeal is against the Fredericksburg City Council’s November 12, 2019 adoption of Resolution 19-100.
The Planning Commission City Train Station Committee will hold a work session beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 20, 2019.
The city council set a goal of powering municipal operations with 100-percent renewable energy resources by 2035.
Colorado Senator Michael Bennet will be holding a town hall meeting on the campus of the University of Mary Washington.
In the Griffis–Widewater District supervisor race, newcomer Tinesha Allen beat incumbent Jack Cavalier by only 18 votes.
Fredericksburg Mayor Mary Katherine Greenlaw has led the city for the last eight years.
Voters in the Fredericksburg, Stafford and Spotsylvania counties have made their choices in the 2019 election. Patch has unofficial results.
Fredericksburg area voters head to the polls Tuesday to cast their ballots. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day.
The Virginia DMV has increased its staff in customer service centers and expanded its mobile outreach program as the Real ID deadline nears.
About 20 people braved Tuesday's weather to protest the actor's visit to Leeland Station’s Belle Air Clubhouse in North Stafford.
The actor known for roles in "30 Rock" and "The Departed" will make stops in Fredericksburg, and Fairfax and Chesterfield counties.
In competitive VA General Assembly races, a majority of Democrats are out-raising their opponents and hoping dollars translate into votes.
The City of Fredericksburg is sending out corrected property tax bills to residents after previously sending out incorrect bills.
Absentee voting is open for the Nov. 5 general election in Virginia. Here's a guide to prepare for Election Day.
Virginia authorities are urging residents to get to the DMV soon to get a Real ID compliant driver's license ahead of next year's deadline.
Developers plan to revitalize the Janney–Marshall building by converting it into 2,100 square feet of commercial space and 12 apartments.
The shooting happened Monday just before 9 p.m. in the 9900 block of Matti Hill Court, Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office officials said.
Here's a look at the June 11 primary election results for the Fredericksburg area.
Here's a way to learn more about local candidates in the June 11 primary elections in Stafford and Fredericksburg. Hear them in person.
George Candia of Fredericksburg was driving through Tappahannock recently when he decided to stop and buy a few lottery tickets. Good thing.
To satisfy a coffee craving, a Stafford man recently pulled in to an area convenience store. He also bought a lottery ticket. Ding!
5 Congressional Democrats demand VA Lt. Gov.Justin Fairfax resign Friday after a second woman accuses him of sexual assault.
Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring said he wore blackface at a college party in 1980, while Gov. Ralph Northam fights to keep his job.
President George H.W. Bush, a naval aviator in WWII, died Friday. Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam and others react to the passing of Bush41.
Here's a rundown of how candidates fared in the Fredericksburg area after Tuesday's 2018 midterm elections.