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Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg Approves Technology Overlay District, Paving the Way for Data Centers

By Uriah Kiser
Fredericksburg City Hall

The Fredericksburg City Council voted 7-0 on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, to approve the Technology Overlay District (TOD), paving the way for data centers in Celebrate Virginia South.

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Press Release

Fatal Crash Investigation in Catharpin

By Uriah Kiser

A fatal crash occurred on February 25 at 2:33 p.m. on Pageland Lane near Livia Drive. Crash investigators responded to the scene to examine the incident.

According to the investigation, the driver of a 2014 Nissan Versa was traveling southbound on Pageland Lane at a speed above the posted limit. The vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a 2020 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 traveling in the opposite direction.

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News

Dumfries Plans Housing, Business Growth—Farmers Market May Move

By Uriah Kiser
Dumfries is Virginia's oldest continually chartered town.

The Town of Dumfries is considering relocating its Farmers Market to a more high-traffic area in an effort to boost accessibility and attract more vendors.

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Business

Potomac Mills Unveils Newly Remodeled Dining Pavilion

By Uriah Kiser

Shoppers at Potomac Mills mall in Woodbridge will find a fresh new look at the food court, now rebranded as the Dining Pavilion following the completion of an extensive remodel.

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Fredericksburg

2025 Fredericksburg Regional Spelling Bee Set for March 1

By Uriah Kiser
[Image: James Monroe High School]

Fifteen division winners from across the region will compete for a chance to advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Access Eye, the Fredericksburg Host Lions Club, and the Kiwanis Club of Fredericksburg sponsor this annual event.

CRRL has organized the Fredericksburg Regional Spelling Bee since 2017, continuing the tradition previously sponsored by The Free Lance-Star for many years.

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News

Stafford County Considers Stricter Zoning Regulations for Data Centers

By Uriah Kiser
[Photo by Jordan Harrison on Unsplash]

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors is taking steps to change how data centers are permitted.

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Stafford

Celebrate Art at Corgi Clay: ‘Seeing Red’ Exhibition Reception on March 1

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