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Tower and Memories Remain of Old Fredericksburg TV Station

By Mike Salmon
A sign on the fence surrounding the tower

Uriah’s note: Welcome to another installment of our History and Heritage Feature Series, which was made possible through the support of Sentara. This series celebrates the rich cultural heritage and history of Prince William County, Stafford County, Manassas, Manassas Park, and Fredericksburg.

Through articles on crucial historical events, profiles of notable landmarks, and personal stories from residents, we aim to connect you to the past meaningfully. Sentara’s commitment to community involvement helps bring these stories to life, preserving our region’s heritage for future generations.

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Fredericksburg

Brewed Awakening: Coffee Craving Leads to Major Damage at Fredericksburg Espresso Shop

By Mike Salmon

Early Monday morning, November 4, at about 3 o’clock, an infrequent customer of Hyperion Espresso had a crisis and felt a cup of coffee was in order. So he went to Hyperion with a broomstick and broke 72 windows and the glass door.

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Fredericksburg

Smoke Spoils Friday Lunch On Caroline Street

By Mike Salmon

Fire alarms went off just before lunchtime on Caroline Street in Fredericksburg, bringing firefighters in from several locations in the area, halting traffic and shoppers.

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Business

Restoring a Landmark: Goolricks Pharmacy to Bring Back Old-Fashioned Milkshakes and Vintage Charm

By Mike Salmon

To everyone who had an eye on the restoration of Goolricks Pharmacy on Caroline Street in Fredericksburg as recently as this past spring, it seemed like a long time to wait for an old-fashioned milkshake, a cool treat for which Goolrick’s became famous.

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Fredericksburg

Honoring Heroes: First Responders Celebrated at Fredericksburg Convention Center

By Mike Salmon
Several police officers and fire and rescue crew were honored during the First Responders Appreciation Event on Wednesday, August 21, at the Fredericksburg Convention Center. [Photo: Fredericksburg Chamber Of Commerce]

Several police officers and fire and rescue crew were honored during the First Responders Appreciation Event on Wednesday, August 21, at the Fredericksburg Convention Center.

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Historic Clash: Stafford County Historians Oppose Patawomeck Tribe’s Federal Recognition Bill

By Mike Salmon

As federal legislation that would further legitimize a local Indian tribe sits idle, local historians call shenanigans.

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Spanberger Visits Derailment Site in Fredericksburg

By Mike Salmon
Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D) and Fredericksburg Fire Chief Michael Jones talk about the train derailment as a train goes by, feet away from the VRE parking lot. [Photo: Mike Salmon]

In the aftermath of a CSX train derailment in Fredericksburg, Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D-7th, Prince William, Stafford, Fredericksburg) met with city leaders on the side of the railroad tracks near the accident site to assess the situation and assure the city that this hasn’t fallen off her radar screen.

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Business

From Headlines to Hospitality: Fredericksburg’s Historic Newspaper Site Transforms into The Publisher Hotel, Welcoming Guests to a New Era of Tourism

By Mike Salmon

It’s opening day at the Publisher Hotel in Old Town Fredericksburg and the staff is running around, finalizing the details in the lobby and adjoining restaurant to the latest tourist facility in this growing town.

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New Commuter Assistance Plan Aims to Ease I-95 Gridlock for Fredericksburg Commuters

By Mike Salmon
[Photo: VDOT]

Northbound Interstate 95 commuters have another commuting tool: the updated Commuter Assistance Program Strategic Plan, which will be released soon as part of the FY25 – FY29 GWRideConnect Strategic Plan.

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Peeps Artists Come Out in the Summer Heat for the City’s Diorama Show

By Mike Salmon
Peeps pastels were everywhere.

Peeps – those sugary marshmallow treats that pop out around Easter to dominate Easter baskets alongside dyed eggs and plastic grass.

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