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Dominion Energy to Upgrade Aging Power Lines from Fredericksburg to Possum Point

Published March 24, 2025 at 2:15PM

Dominion Energy is preparing to launch a significant infrastructure upgrade along a key electrical transmission corridor stretching from Fredericksburg to Possum Point in Prince William County.

The project, known as the Fredericksburg-Possum Point 230 kV Electric Transmission Upgrade and Rebuild, aims to replace aging equipment and bolster grid reliability as regional electricity demand grows. The existing infrastructure has served the area for more than five decades and is reaching the end of its service life.

VDOT Roadwork Hot Spots: March 23 – 29, 2025

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 22, 2025 at 7:00AM

Interstate 95: Northbound & Southbound

I-95 Southbound at Exit 136 (Centreport Parkway)

Fredericksburg Schools Closed Amid FBI Search for Missing Teen; Suspect Now in Custody

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 21, 2025 at 6:40AM | Updated March 21, 2025 at 7:08PM

The closure of schools Friday was a precautionary measure after the FBI’s Washington Field Office informed Fredericksburg Police on Thursday evening that Fasihullah may be in the city. Local authorities recognized the teen from the March 19 incident at the high school, where he fled the campus after being approached by a School Resource Officer.

Working with the FBI, police followed numerous leads throughout the day Friday, all of which initially turned up empty. Investigators believe Fasihullah stole a vehicle in Stafford County late Thursday evening, which was later recovered out of state on Friday afternoon.

Settling in Fredericksburg Common for Mary Washington Grads

By Mike Salmon

Published March 16, 2025 at 12:23PM | Updated March 18, 2025 at 10:44PM

After graduating from MWU, Maggie Clegg moved across the U.S. before deciding that Fredericksburg is home.

Many newly graduated college alumni like the familiarity of the college town, so they stick around after they get the degree, for one reason or another. It’s still known as ‘home,’ making escaping hard.

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Rock Opera ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ Opens at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 14, 2025 at 5:51PM

The stage is set, the lights are shining, and the electrifying energy of Jesus Christ Superstar is ready to take over the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts. The iconic rock opera, which first captivated audiences in the early 1970s, officially opened on March 13, 2025, and will run through April 27.

In a recent interview with Potomac Local News Podcast, lead cast members Anthony Nuccio and Kylie Ernest shared their excitement about bringing this timeless production to the local stage. Nuccio, who plays Judas Iscariot, described Jesus Christ Superstar as a fully sung-through rock opera with no traditional dialogue breaks. “It’s an incredibly high-energy show that blends rock music with a powerful narrative,” he said. “Audiences can expect a visceral and emotional experience.”

Fredericksburg Unveils FY2026 Budget Proposal: Tax Increase, School Funding Boost, and Major Infrastructure Investments

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 14, 2025 at 3:20PM

Fredericksburg City Manager Tim Baroody presented the Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget proposal to the City Council on March 11. The proposal outline a $136.75 million spending plan to strengthen public schools, upgrade infrastructure, and ensure long-term financial stability.

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VDOT Announces Road Work in Stafford, Fredericksburg, and Spotsylvania for March 16-22, 2025

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 14, 2025 at 2:56PM

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) has released its scheduled road work and lane closure updates for the Fredericksburg District for the week of March 16-22, 2025. All work is weather permitting, and motorists are advised to check 511Virginia for real-time traffic updates.

Sunday – Saturday, 7 p.m.-10 a.m. – Alternating single lane closures on the off-ramp from I-95 southbound to Route 1 for construction to widen the ramp and add a right-turn lane to Route 1 southbound.

Public Safety Training at School Involved Many Agencies

By Mike Salmon

Published March 12, 2025 at 7:49PM | Updated March 12, 2025 at 8:54PM

Multiple agencies gathered at Walker-Grant Middle School in Fredericksburg for a semiannual exercise on Friday, March 7, but the doors were closed to keep plans from reaching the wrong eyes.

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Falmouth Bridge Emergency Repairs Complete; Lane to Reopen Friday

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 11, 2025 at 4:08PM

Photo: VDOT

The emergency repairs on the Falmouth Bridge are complete, and the right lane of Route 1 northbound will reopen over the Rappahannock River between the Fredericksburg and Stafford County on Friday, March 14, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

VDOT reduced Route 1 northbound to a single lane between Charles Street in Fredericksburg and Carter Street in Stafford on Nov. 1, 2024, after routine bridge inspections revealed rapid deterioration among structural steel elements supporting the bridge deck. The lane closure was necessary to reduce vehicle weight on the bridge and allow construction crews to complete critical repairs.

74th Annual Fredericksburg Fine Arts Show & Sale Returns in March

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 10, 2025 at 10:21PM

Dorothy Hard Community Center [Fredericksburg City Government]

Presented by the City of Fredericksburg Department of Parks, Recreation and Events in partnership with the Woman’s Club of Fredericksburg, this juried show will feature over 270 original pieces from 112 artists across more than eight artistic disciplines. The event highlights local talent and serves as a fundraiser benefiting the Woman’s Club’s charitable programs and Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation, and Events initiatives.

Alongside the Fine Arts Show, attendees can enjoy the annual Kids’ Art Show, which showcases creative works from young artists ages 4 to 18. This exhibit includes sculptures, drawings, and paintings, and it is available for viewing only.