VA Provides $2.5M In Funding For Homeless During Coronavirus

Virginia is providing $2.5 million in emergency funding to house the state's homeless population during the coronavirus.

VA Picks Extra Hospital Sites For Late-April Coronavirus Surge

Virginia officials are attempting to boost hospital bed capacity based on projections that a coronavirus surge will begin in late April.

Fairfax Streamlines Medical Structure Permitting For Coronavirus

Fairfax County has developed streamlined regulations to build temporary medical structures during the coronavirus crisis.

Here's What You Can Do Under VA's Coronavirus Stay-At-Home Order

While Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam wants everyone to stay home to slow down the spread of the coronavirus, there are some exceptions.

Fredericksburg Alerts Residents To Coronavirus-Related Changes

The Fredericksburg area has 23 coronavirus cases in Stafford, six in Spotsylvania, two in Fredericksburg and two in King George.

VA Governor Seeks Federal Coronavirus Test Site, Forgoes Neckties

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam wants the the Trump administration to set up a federal testing site for the coronavirus in the D.C. area.

VA Coronavirus: Governor Calls For More Doctors, Blasts Falwell

Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam criticized Liberty University President Jerry Falwell Jr. for inviting students to return to the school.

Fredericksburg Police Ready To Enforce Coronavirus Restrictions

Fredericksburg is urging residents to be patient and is encouraging them to volunteer, if possible, during the coronavirus crisis.

VA Republicans Postpone Richmond Convention Due To Coronavirus

The Republican Party said it postponed the convention because "its top priority is the health and well-being of Virginia's citizens."

Absentee Voting By Mail Encouraged For Fredericksburg Election

Elections officials are encouraging Fredericksburg residents to vote absentee by mail in the May elections due to the coronavirus.

Fredericksburg Issues Coronavirus Rules For Restaurants, Centers

The City of Fredericksburg issued emergency regulations for restaurants and gathering places Tuesday in response to the coronavirus.

Fredericksburg Board Of Zoning Appeals Meeting Cancelled

The Board of Zoning Appeals has cancelled the March 16 meeting. The meeting will be rescheduled for April 20, 2020.

Fredericksburg Declares State Of Emergency To Handle Coronavirus

The City of Fredericksburg declared a state of emergency in response to growing concerns surrounding the spread of the coronavirus.

Fredericksburg Lends Support To Biden's VA Super Tuesday Victory

Former Vice President Joe Biden won the Super Tuesday Democratic primary election by a wide margin in the City of Fredericksburg.

City, University Officials Call For Full Count In 2020 Census

Fredericksburg recruits city and university officials to star in a video that explains why 2020 Census participation is important.

Spotsylvania Toughens Policy On Roadside Signs

The Spotsylvania board adopted a revised policy that eliminates all exceptions to when the county can remove illegal roadside signs.

Libraries Work With Census Bureau In Fredericksburg Area

Central Rappahannock Regional Library is partnering with the U.S. Census Bureau to help residents complete their 2020 Census forms.

Fredericksburg Closer To Approval Of Wastewater Project: Report

The new wastewater project would be the most expensive capital project​ in Fredericksburg's history, the Free Lance-Star reported.

Virginia March For Life Expected To Draw Thousands To Richmond

The 2nd annual Virginia March For Life is planned for Thursday, with a rally at the state Capitol starting at 11:45 a.m.

Voter Registration Deadline Approaching For VA Democratic Primary

Virginia's registration deadline to vote in the March 3 Democratic primary nears as controversy still surrounds the Iowa caucuses.

Sidewalk Butlers Replace Butt Buckets In Downtown Fredericksburg

The City of Fredericksburg installed 30 new Sidewalk Buttlers​ in the downtown area to help prevent cigarette litter.

Stafford Wins Grant For Higher-Speed Internet In Unserved Areas

Stafford County received a nearly $875,000 grant from Virginia to bring fixed wireless Internet service to unserved resident.

Virginia Gun Rights Rally: Thousands Converge On Richmond

Gun rights rally speaker in Richmond tells audience that the American people have "the right and duty to be armed at all times."

Election 2020: Fredericksburg Voting Dates And Deadlines

Here's a list of dates for Fredericksburg residents to remember for 2020 elections, including deadlines for registering to vote.

Youth Activists Ask VA Democrats To Support Green New Deal Bill

Members of the Sunrise Movement, a youth-led environmental group, occupied the office of Virginia's new Speaker of the House.

VA Lawmakers Urged To Let Localities Control Confederate Statues

Opponents of Confederate statues rallied in Richmond Jan. 8 to support a bill that would give local governments control over war memorials.

African American Community Wins Court Battle In VA Pipeline Saga

A federal court ruled Virginia regulators did not adequately consider the health impacts of a compressor station on the local community.

City's New Budget Chief Brings Years Of Public Sector Experience

Brenna Erford, the city's new budget manager, has testified before numerous state legislative bodies on public sector budget policy.

Stafford's Top Administrator To Retire In July

Tom Foley, who oversees the day-to-day operations of the county's government, has served as county administrator for the past two years.

Young Climate Activists To Converge On Richmond

Climate activists with the youth-led Sunrise Movement are planning a rally in Richmond on Jan. 13.

Fredericksburg City Council Asks Circuit Court To Dismiss Slave Auction Block Lawsuit

A petition filed in Fredericksburg alleged that only the Architectural Review Board could order the relocation of the slave auction block.

Fredericksburg Gun Giveback To Be Held At Police Headquarters

Gun owners can voluntarily turn in any unwanted firearms for proper and safe disposal.

Future of Lee-Jackson Day In Doubt Over Election Day Holiday Plan

Virginia's Lee-Jackson holiday in January, according to the proposed bill, would be replaced with a state holiday on Election Day.

VA Governor Favors Bill To Replace Lee Statue In Capitol: Report

Two U.S. lawmakers from Virginia want Northam to make replacing the Lee statue a legislative priority.

Beyer Named New Director Of Fredericksburg Public Works

The City also fills key positions in Capital Projects and Stormwater Management.

Fredericksburg's Selects Deputy To Succeed Allen As Fire Chief

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.

VA County's First African American Supervisor Takes Oath

Deborah Frazier, a middle school principal, will be the first African American to serve on the Spotsylvania County Board of Supervisors.

Stafford County Board Adopts '2nd Amendment Sanctuary' Resolution

County board chairman mentions coffee shops denying police officers service, Hillary Clinton and Adolf Hitler in comments prior to vote.

Appeal Filed Against Moving The Slave Auction Block

The appeal is against the Fredericksburg City Council’s November 12, 2019 adoption of Resolution 19-100.

City Of Fredericksburg To Hold Train Station Planning Meeting

The Planning Commission City Train Station Committee will hold a work session beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 20, 2019.