“Two cats were rescued and treated on the scene,” the department stated. “Unfortunately, one cat and one dog perished.”
Firefighters responded to the apartment complex Monday afternoon with assistance from Spotsylvania crews. Officials said the incident resulted in animal losses but no reported injuries to residents.
Fredericksburg city government offices are closed on Tuesday due to the weather, and the Fredericksburg City Council meeting scheduled for the evening has been canceled.
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A Potomac Local reader, Sue Nelson-Sargeant, reports snowplowing activity on primary roads and neighborhood streets late Monday evening near St. Mary’s Catholic Church.
According to Nelson-Sargeant, plows were actively clearing roads around the intersection of William and Daniel streets around 6:15 p.m. The activity continued overnight as crews worked through the area.
A winter storm that moved through the region late Sunday into Monday dropped an average of about 8 inches of snow across the Fredericksburg area, according to snowfall reports submitted to the National Weather Service.
Reports from CoCoRaHS observers showed a wide range of totals, from as little as 2.5 inches east of Fredericksburg to nearly 11 inches in parts of Stafford and Spotsylvania counties, reflecting how uneven the snowfall was across the region.
“Staying off the roads will also provide space for crews removing snow today on primary roads and high-volume secondary roads,” the agency added. (Virginia Department of Transportation)
VDOT crews are actively working around the clock to plow and treat roads after a winter storm left many low-volume secondary roads snow-covered and icy. Interstates and major routes are priority for snow and ice removal before crews shift focus to smaller secondary and residential roads. Drivers should check 511Virginia for current road conditions before traveling. (Virginia Department of Transportation)
Dr. David Ferguson has been appointed Director of Operations for Fredericksburg City Public Schools, effective January 28, 2026. The School Board approved the move, bringing in a seasoned educator with more than 22 years of experience in school leadership and operations.
Ferguson most recently served as principal of Fauquier High School and previously led Rappahannock High School for nearly a decade. His background includes work in Spotsylvania and Richmond counties, with roles focused on facilities, safety, special education, and capital planning. He holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Virginia Tech.
“The Fredericksburg Visitor Center will host a Fredericksburg 250 Open House on Monday, February 2, 2026, from 5–7 p.m. at 601 Caroline Street,” City of Fredericksburg announced. “Join us as we kick off the City’s year-long commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary.”
“The public is invited to this open house, which will bring together Fredericksburg museums, historical organizations, and community partners to share information about upcoming programs, exhibits, and volunteer opportunities connected to Fredericksburg’s role in the nation’s history,” the city stated.
“All courts are CLOSED on Monday, January 26,” the City of Fredericksburg Government stated, adding that General District Court, Circuit Court and Clerk’s Office, and Juvenile and Domestic Courts are affected.
City officials said multiple services and facilities will be closed due to winter weather, including Fredericksburg City Public Schools, the Fredericksburg Public Library, the Dorothy Hart Community Center, FXBGO!, and the Eagle Express Service. The Visitor Center and regional landfill will also close on Monday.
“Micah Ministries will open an emergency snow shelter at Fredericksburg Baptist Church in the City of Fredericksburg for unhoused men and women after the community dinner on Saturday, January 24,” Stafford County Government reported. “It will remain open day and night through the storm.”
The shelter will operate throughout the duration of the winter storm to provide a safe, warm place for those without housing. Additional information is available through Micah Ministries.
