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FredNats One Win Away from North Divisional Championship in Tonight’s Home Showdown

Published September 17, 2024 at 1:41PM

After securing a 6-4 win on the road in Game 1, the FredNats return home to try and finish the series with a victory. Starting pitcher Alex Clemmey takes the mound for Fredericksburg, making his second playoff start. Clemmey had an early solid outing in his first playoff start but struggled in the 4th inning. Travis Sthele is expected to back him up from the bullpen while Kannapolis sends righty Tanner McDougal to the mound.

In Game 1, the FredNats led wire-to-wire, jumping ahead with key RBI hits from Caleb Lomavita and Nate Ochoa and a clutch two-run single from Seaver King in the 5th. Despite a strong comeback effort from the Cannonballers, Fredericksburg held on, aided by a stellar outfield assist from Cristhian Vaquero and solid relief pitching from Robert Cranz and Anthony Arguelles.

FABA Highlights Region’s Housing Challenges, Advocates for Industry Support, Electing Pro-Build Candidates to Local Boards

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published September 17, 2024 at 11:00AM

New housing being built off of Stafford's Little Whim Road.

The Fredericksburg Area Builder’s Association (FABA) held their annual Bourbon & Oysters meeting at Spotsylvania’s A. Smith Bowman Distillery on September 12 to network and discuss upcoming industry needs.

Karl Eckhardt, Vice President of State and Local Government Affairs at the National Association of Home Builders, discussed his efforts to engage with local and state governments, emphasizing the importance of advocacy in addressing housing development challenges. He discussed the hurdles posed by new Housing and Urban Development (HUD) energy regulations and the national shortage of skilled labor needed for home construction. Eckhardt also highlighted upcoming tax reforms that could impact small businesses and shared his outlook on potential shifts in Congress after the next election. He stressed the importance of financial support for FABA’s Political Action Committee (PAC) to help support legislative decisions in favor of the housing industry.

Library Board of Trustees Elects Chair and Vice Chair, Appoints Executive Director

By Aya Karouane

Published September 17, 2024 at 10:30AM

Rebecca Purdy was appointed Executive Director of the Central Rappahanock Regional Library System [Photo: CRRL]

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Central Rappahannock Regional Library’s Board of Trustees held elections at their September 9 quarterly meeting and elected David Ross as Chair and Christy Maupin as Vice Chair.

Congressional District Candidates to Speak at Forum in Manassas

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published September 17, 2024 at 8:00AM | Updated October 26, 2024 at 4:41PM

Candidates for the United States House of Representatives will be speaking at Metz Middle School in Manassas on Tuesday night.

Candidates for the Virginia 7th and 10th Congressional districts will engage in a forum, which the Prince William NAACP, Coalition for Action and Prince William Chamber for Commerce are hosting.

Rappahannock Area Health District and Mary Washington Healthcare Announce Launch of 2025 Community Health Assessment

By Aya Karouane

Published September 16, 2024 at 1:00PM | Updated October 26, 2024 at 4:41PM

The Rappahannock Area Health District and Mary Washington Healthcare are launching the 2025 Community Health Assessment for Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania, Stafford counties, and Fredericksburg, building on their 2022 collaboration. The Community Health Assessment will explore various social drivers of health and will include kickoff meetings across the region to gather community input.

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Fredericksburg Residents Invited to Comment on Route 1 and Augustine Avenue Intersection Improvements

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published September 16, 2024 at 10:00AM | Updated September 16, 2024 at 10:24PM

Augustine and Route 1 (Photo | VDOT)

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is inviting residents of the Fredericksburg region to participate in a public hearing on a proposed project to modify the intersection at Route 1 and Augustine Avenue, near Allman’s BBQ. The project aims to improve traffic flow and safety at several key intersections along Route 1, including Stafford Avenue, College Avenue, and Eagle Village Drive.

The project is being funded through Virginia’s SMART SCALE state transportation program. The application for this project was submitted by the City of Fredericksburg.

Smoke Spoils Friday Lunch On Caroline Street

By Mike Salmon

Published September 13, 2024 at 3:54PM

Fire alarms went off just before lunchtime on Caroline Street in Fredericksburg, bringing firefighters in from several locations in the area and halting traffic and shoppers.

All eyes were on the building at 1016 Caroline Street, an old theater that currently houses a daycare center. Fire trucks and ambulances blocked the street entrances to minimize traffic surrounding the building, and a ladder was extended to the roof, allowing firefighters to access that area.

Restoring a Landmark: Goolricks Pharmacy to Bring Back Old-Fashioned Milkshakes and Vintage Charm

By Mike Salmon

Published September 13, 2024 at 10:40AM

To everyone who had an eye on the restoration of Goolricks Pharmacy on Caroline Street in Fredericksburg as recently as this past spring, it seemed like a long time to wait for an old-fashioned milkshake, a cool treat for which Goolrick’s became famous.

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‘Beautiful: The Carole King Musical’ to Grace Riverside Theater Stage for Seven Weeks

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 13, 2024 at 10:35AM | Updated October 26, 2024 at 4:41PM

Get ready to be transported through the life and music of one of the most influential songwriters of the 20th century. Beautiful: The Carole King Musical is set to take the stage at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts starting Wednesday, September 18, 2024, for a seven-week run.

Italian Flavors and Southern Hospitality: Fredericksburg’s Bella Manzo

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published September 11, 2024 at 11:30AM

Nestled in downtown Fredericksburg, Bella Manzo brings a blend of authentic Italian flavors and American comfort to the local dining scene. Owned and operated by husband-and-wife team Ruth and Jose Matus, the restaurant represents over 25 years of combined experience in the restaurant industry. After working in corporate dining since 1995, the duo made the leap to open their own establishment in July 2023 at 715 Caroline Street, crafting a warm, inviting space for family and friends.

Ruth said the restaurant stands as a tribute to the excellence of American beef, known as “Good Beef”, or Bello Manzo. The menu, designed with the help of a Chicago-based Executive Chef, features food ranging from “Manzo Traditionals” (Italian Beef sandwiches), creamy and tomato-based pastas, soups and salads, fish and chicken sandwiches, and desserts.