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Stafford County Public Schools announced the Valedictorian and Salutatorians for the Class of 2025 today. The division will host ticketed graduation ceremonies for Mountain View and Stafford HS on Friday, May 30, at 6:30 p.m. Brooke Point, Colonial Forge, and North Stafford HS will host graduation on Saturday, May 31, at 8 a.m. All ceremonies will be available through a livestream link for those unable to attend.
The school division will graduate 2,611 seniors in total, setting them on their path to success. The Class of 2025 accumulated $10,125,381 in scholarships and will go into the workforce, serve in our military, and continue their education.
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MANASSAS, Va. – The ARTfactory is inviting audiences on a journey back to 1930s Berlin with its new production of Cabaret, opening this season at the Wind River Theater. 🎭
Known for immersive theater experiences, the ARTfactory will transform the performance space into the smoky, seductive Kit Kat Club — the setting of the iconic musical. Audiences will step into a world where glitz, music, and freedom clash with rising political darkness.
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In this episode, Tug shares insights into his career, which spans TV, Broadway, and film, and talks about his return home to perform in this iconic American play. He opens up about his roots in Fredericksburg and what it means to come back and perform for a local audience. The conversation also touches on the relevance of To Kill a Mockingbird in today’s society and how theater continues to serve as a powerful medium for community connection and the exchange of ideas.
Listen to the full interview below and get your tickets to see To Kill a Mockingbird at Riverside Center:
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WOODBRIDGE, Va. – It’s time for another Friday Family Movie in the Park event.
Prince William County Parks & Recreation will show Mufasa: The Lion King (PG) on a giant outdoor screen at Veterans Memorial Park on Friday, May 30. The free movie night runs from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m., making it a perfect end-of-week outing for families.
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FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – Riverside Center for the Performing Arts has five performances this week of its stage adaptation of To Kill a Mockingbird, starring Fredericksburg native Tug Coker as Atticus Finch.
In a Facebook post, Riverside shared that showtimes are today at 1:30 p.m., Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 1 p.m. Guests can enjoy a full dining experience before the show, making for a memorable evening of food and theater.
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FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – Want to enjoy a picnic for free in one of Fredericksburg’s beautiful parks? Here’s how!
The City of Fredericksburg is inviting groups to join the Park Steward Volunteer Program, which runs from May through September. In return for helping clean up one of the city’s parks, your group can receive a free picnic shelter rental — a perfect reward for your service.
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MANASSAS, Va. – The 31st Annual Historic Manassas Railway Festival is just around the corner — and it’s free to attend!
In a Facebook post, organizers reminded train lovers that while the festival itself doesn’t cost a dime, tickets are required for the popular excursion train to Clifton, Va. Seats are selling fast, so now’s the time to grab yours if you want to enjoy a scenic ride through Northern Virginia.
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SPOTSYLVANIA, Va. – Bowser, an eight-year-old Miniature Pinscher mix, is still patiently waiting to find a family of his own after years without a permanent home.
This small, scruffy-faced gentleman sports an adorable beard and mustache that are sure to steal your heart. Bowser is completely house-trained and accustomed to being left alone for long hours. While he’d prefer a family that’s around more often, he’s perfectly fine being on his own for a typical 8-hour workday.