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Fredericksburg Regional Chamber announces 2026 new Board of Directors Chair, Vice Chair and board members

Published December 22, 2025 at 9:00AM

Stafford Economic Development: Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce

The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce has named Ginni Matern, Owner and President of Matern Staffing in Spotsylvania, as the 2026 Chair of the Board.

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Prince William County approves $4M land sale to expand flex/tech space in Innovation Park

By Potomac Local News

Published December 19, 2025 at 7:00AM

Prince William Science Accelerator located in Innovation Park, Prince William County welcomes its fifth tenant - Celetrix LLC.

“Prince William County is an amazing place to work and live, but it faces a significant shortage of flex/tech buildings, limiting its ability to attract and retain growing companies, which fuel job creation, diversify the tax base, and bolster the regional economy,” St. John Properties said.

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Fresh Starts for Small Business in Fredericksburg, Prince William

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 12, 2025 at 3:00PM

Local economic leaders in Fredericksburg and Prince William County are launching new initiatives to strengthen small businesses and entrepreneurs, reflecting a broader shift toward locally driven networking, education, and collaboration.

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Stafford rolls out tourism, economic summits to support growing business community

By Potomac Local News

Published December 10, 2025 at 1:00PM

With tourism emerging as one of Stafford County’s fastest-growing economic sectors, local officials are bringing businesses together this winter to talk about how to turn more visitors into customers.

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Fredericksburg Gets a Kick Out of Boot Barn Opening

By Mike Salmon

Published October 28, 2025 at 2:00PM

Angie Ritterpusch was up by the register with her blow torch, branding boots and belts. [Photo: Mike Salmon]

It’s all about the country look at Fredericksburg’s newest boutique, Boot Barn, which opened recently in Central Park.

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Nominations Open for Prince William Business Celebration and Awards

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 1, 2025 at 2:02PM

Residents and business leaders are being asked to help shine a spotlight on those making a difference in the community.

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Prince William Supervisors Approve New Wawa on Route 28 Despite Traffic Concerns

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 1, 2025 at 7:00AM

A Wawa gas station

Prince William County supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to approve a rezoning and special use permit allowing a new Wawa gas station and convenience store along Route 28 in the Yorkshire community.

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Stafford County Department of Economic Development Lauded

By Press Release

Published September 22, 2025 at 8:00PM

The Stafford County Department of Economic Development has been recognized with a 2025 Achievement Award from the Virginia Association of Counties (VACo) for its groundbreaking Business Events Initiative.

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Prince William Chamber Members Make ‘Power’ List

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Published September 22, 2025 at 7:30PM

Several members of the Prince William Chamber of Commerce have been named to the 2025–2026 Virginia Business Magazine Power List.

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Chamber Shake-Up: Monroe Steps Down, Snare Takes Over Amid Past Controversy

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 12, 2025 at 11:00AM

The Prince William Chamber of Commerce announced on Sept. 11, 2025, that Jinnae Monroe has resigned as Chair, less than a month after Dumfries leaders recognized her historic appointment as the first Black woman to lead the chamber’s board of directors.

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