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The Publisher Hotel Opens in Fredericksburg on Historic Newspaper Site

The ribbon is cut for The Publisher Hotel in Fredericksburg [Photo: Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce]
Fredericksburg celebrated the grand opening of The Publisher Hotel, a significant new development by Vakos Real Estate Services. The event on Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, drew local dignitaries and business leaders to the site of the former Free-Lance Star newspaper building.

Susan Spears, President and CEO of the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce shared her enthusiasm during the ceremony. "The Publisher Hotel represents a major investment in our region," Spears said, commending Vakos Real Estate Services' consistent dedication to high-quality developments in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and Stafford Counties.

Senator Tara Durant (R) highlighted the hotel's impact on the community. "This hotel is now the crown jewel of our historic downtown, enriching our community economically and culturally," said Durant. She praised the project as a symbol of growth and a testament to hard work.

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