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

By Uriah Kiser
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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A Sweeter Sound of Music: Fredericksburg Symphony Orchestra to Host Lolli-Pops

By Kelly Sienkowski
Demi-god Maui will make an appearance at the FSO's Lolli-Pops program.

The Fredericksburg Symphony Orchestra (FSO) will bring its Lolli-Pops concert, an interactive program designed to introduce young audiences to the world of classical music, to James Monroe High School on March 15.

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Dumfries Plans Housing, Business Growth—Farmers Market May Move

By Uriah Kiser
Dumfries is Virginia's oldest continually chartered town.

The Town of Dumfries is considering relocating its Farmers Market to a more high-traffic area in an effort to boost accessibility and attract more vendors.

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Stafford County Considers Stricter Zoning Regulations for Data Centers

By Uriah Kiser
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The Stafford County Board of Supervisors is taking steps to change how data centers are permitted.

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Stafford Schools Welcome New Leadership: Principals for New Schools and a Transportation Director

By Uriah Kiser
Raybold

Stafford County Public Schools are ushering in a new era of leadership, announcing the appointment of several new principals, including the founding principals of two new elementary schools.

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Manassas Budget Talks Start with Nearly 8% Increase in Average Tax Bill

By Caitlyn Meisner
Manassas City receives most of their funding from local property taxes. [Courtesy of Manassas City]

On Monday night, Police Chief — and former interim city manager — Douglas Keen presented the fiscal year 2026 (FY26) budget to Manassas City Council, proposing a nearly 8% increase in the average resident’s tax bill.

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What’s on the Agenda? Stafford Supervisors, School Board Meetings Set for Tuesday, February 25

By Kelly Sienkowski

Stafford County’s Board of Supervisors and School Board will hold their respective meetings on Tuesday, February 25. Both meetings will be streamed live, with agendas available online.

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Manassas Restaurant Week Returns February 26 to March 4: What to Expect

By Uriah Kiser
[Image: Historic Manassas, Inc.]

“It’s been a while since we’ve had Restaurant Week here in Historic Downtown,” said Kristen Kiefer, Executive Director of Historic Manassas Inc. “Given that February is a slow month for restaurants, we saw this as a great opportunity to bring people downtown, support our local eateries, and introduce the community to new dining experiences.”

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Belmont Bay Residents File Complaint Against HOA Over Transparency Concerns as New Development Breaks Ground

By Uriah Kiser

A group of Belmont Bay homeowners has filed a complaint with the Virginia Office of the Common Interest Community Ombudsman, accusing their homeowners association (HOA) board of violating transparency regulations.

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Williams Snubs Tredinnick in Black History Month Statement, Sparks Outcry

By Alan Gloss
Williams [Photo: Alan Gloss]

The February 19, 2025, Prince William County School Board meeting devolved into a shouting match between board members Loree Williams of Woodbridge and Erica Tredinnick of Brentsville. Williams refused to acknowledge Tredinnick as a black woman as part of her Black History Month statement.

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