University of Mary Washington “Carves for a Cure”

University of Mary Washington Dining Services by Sodexo and the UMW student chapter of Relay for Life co-hosted a pumpkin carving contest.

Mary Washington Salaries 2016-17: Report

The Richmond Times-Dispatch obtained state employees’ salaries using Virginia's Freedom of Information statute. Included: Mary Washington.

'Lights, Camera, Save' Video Contest: Calling Northern Virginia Students

Northern Virginia students ages 13-18 are eligible to enter a video-making contest related to the merits of saving money. Enter by Dec. 1.

Fredericksburg 2017-18 School Calendar

Here are some important dates to keep in mind regarding the Fredericksburg 2017-18 school calendar. The first day is Sept. 5.

Colonial Forge HS Senior Wins National Merit Scholarship

A Colonial Forge (Stafford) High School student is one of 28 Virginia seniors to win a National Merit Scholarship, released Wednesday.

Partial Lockdown Lifted at Stafford Elementary School

UPDATE: The partial lockdown at Anthony Burns Elementary has been lifted.

Virginia Tech 'Day of Remembrance' 10 Years Later

Virginia Tech marks the somber 10th-year anniversary of the mass shooting on campus that left 33 people dead, including the shooter.

Anti-Bullying Campaign Underway in Fredericksburg

Over a three-month period, Walker Grant Middle School teachers, city police and YouthMax will meet with middle school students after school.

Stafford County Schools Open Tuesday, Students Off Wednesday

The snow day Monday complicates the exam schedule and will force many parents to change plans at the last minute.

Fredericksburg Area School Closing/Delay Info For Monday, Jan. 30, 2017

Students in Stafford, Spotsylvania and Fredericksburg are waking up to snow outside. Here is the latest schedule changes.

Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania Schools Make Weather Decisions for Monday, Jan. 9

The potential for refreeze on wet roads, and lingering ice from Saturday's storm means a delay for some area students.

Rolling Stone Lawsuit: Former UVA Administrator Awarded $3 Million

Nicole Eramo will receive $3 million in damages because of how she was portrayed in the discredited article, "A Rape on Campus."

Rolling Stone Trial: Defendants Found Liable in Defamation Case

A jury found the defendants liable for defaming former University of Virginia dean Nicole Eramo.

High School Graduation Rate Hits Record High in U.S., What About Virginia?

New national data released Monday shows improvement across much of the country between 2010 and 2015. Here's a look at Virginia's numbers.

UPDATE: Stafford Schools Closed Thursday, Other Area School Info

BREAKING: Flood warning is in effect through the Thursday morning commute, with flooding already reported in Stafford county.

U.S. News & World Report College Rankings 2017: Virginia's Top Schools

The much-anticipated annual college rankings were released Tuesday. Several Virginia schools were ranked on new 2017 list.

Head Lice Peak Season is Here | Patch PM

Michelle Obama hitting campaign trail in Virginia | Deer collision tips | ITT closes all campuses | Heat wave returns

School Resource Officer Vehicle: Go James Monroe Yellow Jackets!

Fredericksburg Police SRO vehicle has a paint job with various symbols related to the high school and its Yellow Jackets nickname.

Here Are The Top Colleges In Virginia, According To Latest Forbes Ranking

Forbes just announced its rankings, which favor a return on investment.

Final School Week Calendars in Fredericksburg Area

Empty classrooms are on the horizon. Here's the last week calendars for Fredericksburg, Stafford and Spotsylvania.

Student Loan Debt in Fredericksburg

WalletHub looked at the towns in the U.S. with the most and least student loan debt. Find where your Virginia community ranks.

2 Stafford Schools Rank Among Top Virginia High Schools

2016 Best High Schools U.S. News Rankings include top schools in Virginia. Methodology includes graduation rates for first time.

25 Top Virginia High Schools: U.S. News Rankings

2016 Best High Schools U.S. News Rankings include top schools in Northern Virginia. Methodology includes graduation rates for first time.

Get Back to the Books!

NEA’s “Read Across America” is a Great Time to Start the Reading Habit

School Delay Info for Fredericksburg Area

For Friday, March 4: School systems make announcements to avoid dangerous road conditions.

Stafford Schools Make Weather Announcement

For Thursday evening, March 3: Reports of rain and possibly snow in the forecast impacting evening programs at Stafford County Schools

School Closing/Delay Info for Fredericksburg Area

For Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016. Slick roads still possible in some areas.

School Closing/Delay Info for Fredericksburg Region

For Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2016. Snow and ice will impact school schedules.

School Announcement for Spotsylvania County

For Feb. 10, 2016. Road conditions may be hazardous after freezing temps overnight.

Early Release: Chancellor High, Chancellor Middle

Power outage causing early release at two Spotsylvania schools.

School Closing/Delay Info for Fredericksburg Region

Friday, Jan. 29, 2016: Work continues to make facilities and roadways safe after winter storm, and schools will be impacted again.

School Closing/Delay Update for Fredericksburg Region

For Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016. An overnight forecast for freezing temperatures is changing some schedules in the region.

School Closing/Delay Update for Fredericksburg Region

For Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2016. As communities continue digging out, some school calendars get shifted again.

School Closing/Delay Info for Fredericksburg Tuesday, Jan. 26

Some roads still snow covered, others slick and dangerous. Here's the latest school status updates for Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016.

School Closing/Delay Update for Fredericksburg Area Schools

Nearly two feet of snow still on some roadways Sunday made the decision easy regarding the school day on Monday.

School Closing/Delay Update From Fredericksburg Area Schools

Blizzard conditions have school administrators making the call early for a change in the schedule for Friday, Jan. 22.

UPDATE: School Closing/Delay Info for Some Fredericksburg Area Schools

Dangerous conditions overnight have schools worried about the morning commute on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2016.

Must-Know School Dates This Winter in Fredericksburg

Kids are back in class. Here's the dates you need to know this season for Fredericksburg area schools.

Must-Know School Dates in December

Before the last school bell rings, here are the dates you need to know between now and winter break for Fredericksburg area schools.

100 Best Public High Schools in Virginia

New 2016 list: Niche.com collected test results, graduation rates, parent and student surveys and more to determine the best schools in Va.