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Galvin’s Deli: A Little NYC, A Little Speakeasy, and A Lot of Flavor Coming to Fredericksburg

Published February 28, 2025 at 9:30AM | Updated February 28, 2025 at 2:34PM

Galvin's Deli

A taste of New York City mixed with a little Prohibition inspiration: Galvin’s Deli will open soon at 216 William Street.

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Stafford Pushes for Western Road Network as Tensions Rise Over Regional Bridge Plans

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 27, 2025 at 5:12PM | Updated February 27, 2025 at 5:36PM

Interstate 95 over the Rappahannock River. [VDOT]

As Stafford County leaders push forward with plans for a Western Road Network to relieve congestion west of Interstate 95, tensions continue to rise over the future of a proposed Rappahannock River crossing.

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Fredericksburg Food Co-op Announces Annual Food for All 5K to Support Local Food Access

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 27, 2025 at 2:25PM | Updated February 27, 2025 at 2:43PM

The race will take place on Saturday, April 12, at the Fredericksburg Food Co-op, located at 320 Emancipation Highway, Fredericksburg, welcoming participants of all ages to run, walk, or support the cause in person or virtually.

The event directly benefits the Co-op’s Food for All initiative, which offers affordable and nutritious food options through the Carrot Cash program. This program provides 20% cashback to customers using SNAP/EBT, allowing them to stretch their grocery budgets while making healthy choices.

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

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 26, 2025 at 1:30PM

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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2025 Fredericksburg Regional Spelling Bee Set for March 1

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 25, 2025 at 3:59PM

[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.

New Iconic Sign Installed at Central Park in Fredericksburg

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 19, 2025 at 4:54PM

A crew installs a new 160-foot sign above Fredericksburg's Central Park shopping center on Feb. 5, 2025.

A new, towering sign has been installed at Central Park, the region’s largest and busiest outdoor shopping center.

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Have Your Say: Fredericksburg Invites Residents to Shape City’s Future at Planning Meeting

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 19, 2025 at 7:00AM

The City of Fredericksburg Planning Commission invites residents to participate in a Comprehensive Plan Community Meeting on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Walker-Grant Center at 210 Ferdinand Street.

This meeting provides an essential opportunity for the community to review and offer feedback on the draft Comprehensive Plan. The plan outlines the city’s long-term guiding policies and vision for the future, focusing on key areas such as housing, transportation, environmental stewardship, and quality-of-life issues that will shape the built environment over the next two decades.

Residents can engage directly with Planning Commission members, City staff, and consultants working on the update. This meeting aims to ensure that community input is central to guiding Fredericksburg’s development.

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$60 Million in Tax Revenue at Stake as Fredericksburg Council Set to Review Data Center Plan

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 18, 2025 at 1:00PM

Fredericksburg City Hall

The Fredericksburg Planning Commission rejected a proposal to create a Technology Overlay District (TOD) allowing data centers in Celebrate Virginia South in a 4-3 vote on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025.

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Market Shift: How Fairfax, Prince William, and Stafford Are Responding to Federal Layoffs

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 16, 2025 at 5:40PM

New homes at K. Hovnanian's Four Seasons at Virginia Crossing in Woodbridge.

The Northern Virginia real estate market is experiencing an increase in home listings, with notable changes in pricing and inventory levels across Fairfax, Prince William, Stafford, and Spotsylvania counties.

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Fredericksburg Area Weekly Road Work Report

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 16, 2025 at 9:41AM | Updated February 17, 2025 at 11:07AM

Exit 126 (Spotsylvania) Off-RampSunday – Saturday, 7 p.m.-10 a.m. Alternating single lane closures on the off-ramp from I-95 southbound to Route 1. Construction is ongoing to widen the ramp and build an additional right turn lane to Route 1 southbound.

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