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Published August 15, 2025 at 10:02AM

STAFFORD, Va. – More than 100 people gathered at Embrey Mill Town Center on Friday morning as four Stafford County craft breweries unveiled a set of beers brewed specially for the 250th anniversary of the U.S. in 2026.

The announcement came during the Fox 5 Zip Trip broadcast just after 9 a.m., where the plaza buzzed with vendors, nonprofit groups, a police and fire presence, and a live DJ providing a festive soundtrack. Each brewery created a unique beer inspired by American history and available starting today.

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Brew Republic in Woodbridge to Close After 9 Years, Final Party Set for July 25–27

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 29, 2025 at 1:30PM | Updated June 29, 2025 at 4:56PM

WOODBRIDGE, Va. – Brew Republic Bierwerks, a longtime fixture in the Stonebridge Town Center, will permanently close its doors after nearly nine years in business.

According to a message shared by the brewery, its landlord has terminated the lease, and with the high costs of relocating and ongoing challenges in the restaurant and brewery industries, the owners have decided not to reopen elsewhere. “This isn’t the opportunity-rich environment breweries had experienced in 2016 when we opened,” they wrote.

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From Pedals to Pints: A New Spin on Bike Night in Fredericksburg

By Mike Salmon

Published May 30, 2025 at 2:42PM

Cyclists gather in the side parking lot of Red Dragon Brewery for their weekly Wednesday evening ride through Fredericksburg. [Photo by Mike Salmon]

Early Wednesday evening, they gather in the side parking lot and head out for a 90-minute ride on a few routes through the city before coming back to wet their whistle on the wide variety of in-house brews the brew master creates at Red Dragon.

“The group is open to everyone,” said Red Dragon owner Mark Perry. “Some ride in from Stafford,” he added.

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Upgrades Set a New Standard at Highmark Brewery

By Mike Salmon

Published May 19, 2025 at 3:27PM

Josh Alley is one of the brewmasters.

STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. – Newly added brewing equipment at Highmark Brewery in Stafford County takes this already-established name in local beer to another level.

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Help Name the Horse at Laudenbach Brewing’s Taproom

By Potomac Local News

Published May 7, 2025 at 10:00AM | Updated May 7, 2025 at 1:35PM

STAFFORD, Va. – Laudenbach Brewing wants your help naming a key part of its identity—the horse in its logo.

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BREAKING: Farm Brew LIVE Rebrands as NOVA LIVE

By Potomac Local News

Published May 5, 2025 at 11:00AM

MANASSAS, Va. – Farm Brew LIVE, one of the region’s top spots for beer, food, and live music, has a new name and an expanded vision. Villagio Hospitality Group announced that the 10-acre entertainment campus in Manassas is now officially NOVA LIVE.

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Bringing Bavaria to Stafford: Laudenbach Brewing Combines Traditional German Beer with Modern Brews

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published September 19, 2024 at 10:30AM | Updated October 26, 2024 at 4:41PM

A new craft brewery with a distinct German flair, Laudenbach Brewing, will bring a unique mix of classic German beers and modern craft favorites to Stafford this fall.

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Brew Republic Bierwerks, of Woodbridge, Wins Multiple Medals 2024 Virginia Craft Beer Cup

By Uriah Kiser

Published July 29, 2024 at 8:00AM | Updated August 5, 2024 at 1:02PM

Brew Republic Bierwerks, a craft brewery known for great beer and delicious food since 2016, took home three medals at the 2024 Virginia Craft Brewers Guild’s Virginia Craft Beer Cup on Monday night.

A record 128 breweries competed in this year’s competition, including 20 new participants. Brewers submitted up to four beers each, judged in 33 different categories. This year’s competition saw a record 473 beers entered—it continues to be the largest state competition of its kind in the United States.