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Fredericksburg Seeks Junior Reporter for Live FOX 5 Zip Trip Broadcast

By Potomac Local News
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FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – The City of Fredericksburg is looking for one lucky student to shine on live TV as a Junior Reporter when FOX 5 DC’s Zip Trip comes to town next month.

The selected student will join FOX 5’s team on Friday, July 25, 2025, during a live broadcast from Riverfront Park, helping to showcase what makes Fredericksburg unique. The city is inviting students to submit a short video introducing themselves and sharing why they would make a great Junior Reporter. The winning student will appear on-air, interact with FOX 5 staff, and represent Fredericksburg in front of a regional audience.

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Press Release

Fatal Crash Investigation in Catharpin

By Uriah Kiser

A fatal crash occurred on February 25 at 2:33 p.m. on Pageland Lane near Livia Drive. Crash investigators responded to the scene to examine the incident.

According to the investigation, the driver of a 2014 Nissan Versa was traveling southbound on Pageland Lane at a speed above the posted limit. The vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a 2020 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 traveling in the opposite direction.

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Business

Potomac Mills Unveils Newly Remodeled Dining Pavilion

By Uriah Kiser

Shoppers at Potomac Mills mall in Woodbridge will find a fresh new look at the food court, now rebranded as the Dining Pavilion following the completion of an extensive remodel.

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2025 Fredericksburg Regional Spelling Bee Set for March 1

By Uriah Kiser
[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.

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Hike, Hunt, and Holiday Cheer: Stafford’s Annual Candy Cane Hunt Returns

By Kelly Sienkowski

Stafford County Parks, Recreation and Tourism is hosting its annual Candy Cane Hunt on Government Island on December 14. The family-friendly event runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and registration is required in order to receive the activities bag, which contains the scavenger hunt information.

Giant candy canes will be hidden in the woods throughout the island. Participants can use a scavenger hunt map provided by Stafford Tourism to mark off their finds.

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Happily Ever Laughter: North Stafford’s “Grimm Brothers’ Spectacularthon” Brings 209 Fairy Tales to Life

By Kelly Sienkowski

North Stafford High School students will perform The Brothers Grimm Spectacularthon on November 14 and 16, packing 209 dark fairy tales into one farcical show.

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America Recycles Day – Take the “I Recycle” Pledge through Nov. 20

By Aya Karouane
[Photo courtesy of Prince William County]

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On Nov. 15, Prince William County will join communities nationwide to celebrate America Recycles Day (ARD). ARD, an initiative of Keep America Beautiful, has been an annual awareness campaign dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the United States since 1997.

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Prince William County to Celebrate America Recycles Day with Library Events and Recycling Pledge Contest

By Dalila Conde

 On November 15, Prince William County will join communities across the nation in celebration of the America Recycles Day (ARD). ARD, an initiative of Keep America Beautiful is an annual awareness campaign dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the United States since 1997.

To celebrate America Recycles Day, County staff and Keep Prince William Beautiful volunteers will be available from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to talk with residents about recycling in Prince William County and the “I Recycle” pledge contest at Chinn Park Regional Library on November 13, and Central Library on November 15.

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