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Travel hot spots in the Fredericksburg District

By Amelia Breeden
Looking south along the I-95 E-ZPass Express Lanes near Springfield. [Photo courtesy of Transurban]

I-95 Northbound: Exit 133 (Falmouth/Warrenton) to Exit 136 (Centreport Parkway): Tuesday – Friday, 9 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. and Friday – Saturday, 10 p.m. – 5 a.m. Single lane closure starting at 9 p.m. followed by double lane closure at 10 p.m. on I-95 northbound at mile markers 133-135 for 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension work.

Spotsylvania County: Route 1 Northbound at Route 606 (Mudd Tavern Road): Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Single lane closure for Route 606 widening project. The northbound right turn lane to eastbound Mudd Tavern Road will be closed.

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Memorial Day 2024 Events, transportation, and closings

By Amelia Breeden

Memorial Day Events

Prince William County: On Friday, May 24, members of the community are invited to join the Board of County Supervisors and others in a commemoration to honor and remember those who served in our nation’s armed services. The ceremony will take place at 9 a.m. at the Sean T. Connaughton Community Plaza, located at the Prince William County Government Center, 1 County Complex Court, Woodbridge.

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VRE Eyes Ridership Boost with New Saturday Service and Fredericksburg Station Upgrades

By Uriah Kiser
Officials cut the ribbon on $14.4 million worth of improvements to the Fredericksburg VRE station.

Virginia Railway Express (VRE) is optimistic about increasing its ridership by introducing Saturday service.

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Amtrak Reduces Auto Train Fares from Lorton

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An Amtrak train sits on the tacks in Stafford County.

Amtrak is launching a sale for travelers looking to avoid Interstate 95 and opt for a trip aboard Auto Train. Through July 31, 2024, customers can book Coach Class for as low as $75, plus the cost of a vehicle. Children ages two through 12 ride free in Coach Class or First Class private rooms.

The cost to transport a vehicle on the Amtrak Auto Train varies based on the type of vehicle. For standard cars, the cost starts at $208. Extended vehicles, such as trucks, vans, and larger SUVs, are priced at $239. Motorcycles can be transported for $146. Additionally, there is a $60 charge for priority offloading, which ensures your vehicle is among the first 30 to be unloaded upon arrival.

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Travel hot spots in the Fredericksburg District

By Amelia Breeden

I-95 Northbound: Exit 110 (Ladysmith) to Exit 118 (Thornburg): Monday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Single lane closure at mile marker 117 for bridge washing at Matta River.

I-95 Southbound: Exit 148 (Quantico) to Exit 143 (Aquia/Garrisonville): Sunday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. Single lane closure at 9 p.m. followed by double lane closure at 10 p.m. Bridge joint repairs at mile marker 145 over Aquia Creek.

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Lane Ranger: Don’t you fret too much about Brooke Road work

By Uriah Kiser

Well, partner, there’s a project in the works to shore up a slope that holds up Route 608, also known ’round these parts as Brooke Road, in Stafford County. This here project stretches between Camp Geary Lane and Marlborough Point Road, and it’ll be underway from late May through July 2024.

Now, don’t you fret too much about gettin’ through, ’cause traffic on Brooke Road will still be allowed to mosey on through the work zone at all times. But, y’all should be ready for some short delays.

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New VA Hospital Opening in 2025 Raises Traffic Concerns

By Alan Gloss
An artists rendering of the Fredericksburg Health Care Center, a new VA medical center in Spotsylvania County.

A new VA hospital in Spotsylvania County, set to open in March 2025, is generating significant concern about traffic congestion in the area.

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Memorial Day Travelers Face Severe Weather Risk

By Uriah Kiser

As the busy Memorial Day travel period begins, travelers should be aware of the risk of severe weather on Thursday, May 23, and Friday, May 24. A deep upper trough tracking across Quebec will bring a series of lower amplitude waves to the Mid-Atlantic region. A slow-moving cold front is expected to push through the area from midday into the evening hours on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service.

Weather conditions will be ripe for severe thunderstorms.

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Lane Ranger: Happenings ‘round mile marker 155

By Uriah Kiser
Drivers on Interstate 95 south pass under Telegraph Road in North Stafford. (Mary Davidson/PotomacLocal.com)

Well, partner, if the weather holds up, there’s gonna be some northbound lane closures on I-95 this Friday night, May 17. If things don’t pan out, they’ll give it another go on Saturday night, May 18. This here’s happening ‘round mile marker 155, between the Dale City Truck-Only Safety Rest Area North and Cardinal Drive, all thanks to some work on the Powells Creek bridge, according to the folks at the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Here’s how it’s gonna shake out (one lane’ll always be open, so don’t fret too much):

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Woman, child victims of road rage

By Uriah Kiser

The investigation revealed the victim, a 32-year-old woman, and her 5-year-child were traveling in the above area when they were involved in a road rage incident with the driver of another vehicle, later identified as the accused.

During the encounter, the accused brandished a firearm at the victim’s vehicle before the parties separated. No shots were fired. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Edwin Dale SIMS, was arrested.

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