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National Museum of the Marine Corps to Reopen Following Federal Shutdown

By Uriah Kiser

“Our galleries, exhibits, and experiences are ready to welcome you back!” National Museum of the Marine Corps announced. “We can’t wait to see you!”

The museum will reopen to the public on Wednesday, November 13 at 9 a.m., following a federal government shutdown that temporarily closed its galleries.

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Fredericksburg

Downtown Traffic Study Faces Wall of Skepticism, Safety Fears

By Uriah Kiser

Fredericksburg’s long-running push to convert major downtown one-way streets to two-way traffic met its fiercest resistance yet Wednesday night, as residents, commissioners, and former elected officials raised sharp questions about safety data, truck deliveries, and whether the $7.7 million proposal actually solves any downtown problem.

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Features

Riverside Center’s White Christmas Brings the Holiday Spirit Home

By Uriah Kiser
Martha Watson (played by Kathy Halenda), Judy Haynes (played by Sarah Mae Andersen), and Phil Davis (played by Jordan Thomas Burnett) share a festive moment in *Irving Berlin’s White Christmas* at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Fredericksburg. [Suzanne Carr Rossi]

When my wife and I walked into the lobby, the holiday spirit hit us right away. The halls are decked, a big Christmas tree shines in the center, and the sound of carols fills the room. As we sat down to dinner, she looked around and said, “This just feels like Christmas.” And she was right — it did.

If you’ve seen the 1954 movie, you’ll recognize the story. Bob Wallace and Phil Davis are Army buddies turned entertainers who cross paths with the Haynes sisters, Betty and Judy. There’s romance, comedy, and plenty of old-fashioned charm as the two acts head north to put on a show — and maybe fall in love along the way.

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Opinion

Can’t Have Nice Things — or See Them: Manassas Park Locks Down Garage Records

By Uriah Kiser

The city of Manassas Park wants everyone to celebrate its new $35 million Virginia Railway Express parking garage — but it doesn’t want anyone to see what happened inside it just two weeks after the ribbon cutting.

When Potomac Local asked to view photos or reports documenting the vandalism and “donuts” that occurred inside the brand-new garage, the city refused. The Police Department cited an exemption under the Virginia Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), claiming the incident is part of “an active criminal investigation” and that releasing the records would “interfere” with it.

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Traffic

Virginia Launches Nation’s First DMV-Accepted Mobile ID

By Uriah Kiser

“Most of us rely heavily on our phones, which is why Virginians should have access to a safe, secure form of mobile identification on the devices they use all the time,” Secretary of Transportation W. Sheppard Miller III said. “The Virginia Mobile ID option protects your identity and privacy in the digital age, keeping you in control of what information you share.”

“The Commonwealth has long been a leader in innovation and Virginia Mobile ID is the latest example of how we’re modernizing services for residents,” DMV Commissioner Dr. Gerald Lackey stated. “Over the next few months, we’ll continue expanding mobile ID acceptance with partners, while adding new functionality, such as digital wallet integration.”

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Politics

Doug Ollivant: ‘I Woke Up and Eugene Vindman Was My Congressman — Unacceptable’

By Uriah Kiser

Doug Ollivant, a retired U.S. Army officer and former National Security Council director, has announced his campaign for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District — a politically competitive seat stretching from eastern Prince William County through Stafford, Spotsylvania, Fredericksburg, and west to Culpeper, Greene, and a small slice of Albemarle County.

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Prince William

Vice Chair Andrea Bailey to Host Potomac District Community Town Hall on November 17

By Uriah Kiser
Bailey [Photo: Prince William County Government]

The meeting comes as the Potomac District continues to be at the center of countywide debates, including the proposed data center development behind the Four Seasons retirement community in Dumfries. That project has drawn a federal lawsuit and intense community opposition. Potomac Local News reported that Board Chair Deshundra Jefferson called the lawsuit “an act of intimidation,” underscoring growing tensions around growth and land use decisions in the district.

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Politics

Spotsy School Board member Dr. Lorita “Rita” Daniels Announces Campaign for U.S. Senate

By Uriah Kiser
Daniels

“As we honor our veterans, we must move beyond ceremonial gratitude,” Dr. Lorita “Rita” C. Daniels announced. “Service requires action. It requires accountability. It requires leadership grounded in real experience and a commitment to listening before legislating. I am running for the U.S. Senate because Virginians deserve a leader who is present, who pays attention, and who stands up for people, not political agendas.”

“This is not about bureaucracy. This is about people,” Daniels said. “We must ensure that every veteran has timely access to high-quality care, that oversight is strong, that caregivers are supported, and that taxpayer investments are used transparently and responsibly. That is leadership.”

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Newslinks

White House Weighs Options for $2,000 Tariff Rebate Checks

By Uriah Kiser
President Donald Trump delivers remarks regarding access to fertility drugs alongside HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick, CMMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz, Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer Rep. Katie Britt (R-AL) and guests, Thursday, October 16, 2025, in the Oval Office.(Official White House Photo by Molly Riley)

“The White House is committed to making that happen,” The Center Square reported. “We are currently exploring all legal options to get that done.”

“The president made it clear that he wants to make it happen, so his team of economic advisers is looking into it,” press secretary Karoline Leavitt added.

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Fredericksburg

The Barking Barley to Open in Fredericksburg, Honoring a Beloved Dog and Community Spirit

By Uriah Kiser

“Well folks, it’s half a decade in the making. Two and a half years of planning, permitting and construction. And countless late nights. But we’re nearly there,” The Barking Barley announced. “The Barking Barley is my gift to downtown FXBG and to Riley. It’s my love letter to a city that made Riley and I feel like we belonged.”

“Fredericksburg is a dog town, Fredericksburg is home, and Fredericksburg is The Barking Barley,” the post continued. “Unfortunately we lost Riley before she could see her dog park completed. But she lives on in our logo design! So give her a smile whenever you see it. She’ll be watching over all her dog friends at the park.”

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