Caroline County Public Schools adds inaugural Hall of Distinction

In its first year, the Caroline County Public Schools’ Hall of Fame committee inducted 16 individuals for their athletic accomplishments. This year, CCPS added a 3E component to the honor. Alums could now be selected based on their success in future enrollment, enlistment or employment opportunities. At Monday night’s...

Four Virginia Lunch Counters Where Grilled Cheese And Milkshakes Still Taste Like 4

Some lunches are about more than food, and a grilled cheese at a real counter is one of them. Virginia still has a handful of spots where shakes are mixed to order and sandwiches come off a flat grill the old-fashioned way. These four places stretch from Fredericksburg to Floyd,...

Seven Small-Town Virginia Taverns Have Been Pouring Beer And Frying Burgers Since Before You Were Born

Some Virginia taverns were feeding travelers back when the roads outside were dirt and the customers arrived on horseback, and a few of them are still flipping burgers today. This list rounds up seven old-school spots, from a courthouse tavern George Washington knew to a ten-stool Roanoke counter that never closes.

‘We will not stop’: Despite concerns, city council approves updated Small Area 8 Plan

On Tuesday night, the Fredericksburg City Council held a public hearing that could shape the future of the city’s Mayfield neighborhood. But first, Ward 4 Councilor Chuck Frye — a fourth-generation Mayfield resident who represents the historically-Black neighborhood — wanted to talk about its past. Frye recounted...

Four Virginia Barbecue Pits Where The Smoke Has Been Rolling Since Your Grandparents Were Young

Some Virginia barbecue spots were already old favorites back when your grandparents were teenagers. The four places on this list have been feeding hungry families for decades, and one of them has been around since 1904. They are not fancy, and that is a big part of their charm. If...

Waldorf, Newburg Tracts Win 2027 Opportunity Zone Status, Indian Head Left Out

Morgantown Generating Station — Planned TeraWulf Redevelopment Site. Two census tracts in Waldorf and one covering the Newburg/Morgantown area will become Charles County's newest federal Opportunity Zones starting January 1, 2027, part of a statewide list of 114 tracts Maryland selected for the program's second round. The designations run for ten years, and they notably leave out Indian Head, a tract that qualified under the new eligibility rules but didn't make the final cut.

Richmond's next Scott's Addition could be on this new Opportunity Zone map

Could the next Scott's Addition be in South Richmond, Henrico or Chesterfield? Federal officials have approved 17 new Opportunity Zones across the region, offering the same tax incentives that helped finance Scott's Addition's building boom. Why it matters: The program has helped attract millions in private investment to targeted Richmond neighborhoods. Now a new slate of communities could get the same financial boost. State of play: The 17 new zones across Richmond, Henrico, Chesterfield and Hanover are among 153 approved statewide, Gov. Spanberger announced Friday . They take effect Jan. 1, 2027. They'll join 22 tracts designated in the region in 2018. Tax benefits for those original zones, which include Scott's Addition, remain in effect through 2028. Zoom in: Richmond had 11 original zones and landed eight new ones, including Monroe Ward, Gilpin Court, areas around Virginia Union University and large stretches of South Richmond. Chesterfield's new zone is around Chesterfield Towne Center, where a major renovation is planned. Henrico's five zones include parts of Lakeside and East Highland Park, plus a large swath of eastern Henrico near the airport. In Hanover, one new zone includes part of Ashland. How it works: The federal program, created during President Trump's first

Hanover Craftsman Makes Hundreds of Miniature Weapons, Etsy Shop Records 111 Sales

Brendan Shelton can hammer an ordinary nail into a miniature sword in under an hour, then add a handle and guard that look like they belong in a dollhouse-sized armory. The 27-year-old Hanover resident has spent roughly 15 years perfecting the craft, and now sells his tiny weapons to collectors on Etsy and in person at the Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen.

Fredericksburg Women Spread Warmth, Compassion and Hope Through Blanket Drive

While serving at the International Christian Embassy of Jerusalem in 2023, Fredericksburg Community Organizer Reedema Rock received a vision from God to help the homeless and be a blessing to those in need.

From cellophane to wastewater, FMC ‘was what the community needed at the right time’

For Brian Orrock, the official decommissioning of the FMC Wastewater Treatment Plant was “bittersweet.”. “It’s kind of like a funeral, but a good funeral, if that makes sense,” said Orrock, the manager of wastewater treatment for Spotsylvania County who used to work “on ship” at the plant in a variety of different roles. “This place gave us a career and it fed our families.”

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE 305 South Taylor Street, Ashland, Virginia 23005 In execution of that certain deed of trust in the original principal amount of $70,600.00 dated February 25, 1993 and recorded among the land records of Hanover County, in Deed Book 965, Page 705

Data center developer, Hanover Humane Society plan to conduct sound study soon

Oppidan, a data center developer coming into Ashland, is hearing both residents' and the Hanover Humane Society's concerns over noise and disruptions.

Dogs Are the No. 1 Customer at This New Bakery in Fredericksburg

There’s a new bakery in Fredericksburg — but it’s not your typical dog-friendly bakery. At Hound & Crumb Dog Bakery + Café, the dog is the customer. The new spot officially opens on Saturday, November 14. Don’t expect to find coffee and sandwiches on the menu...

In Hanover County, environmental groups rally for statewide data center moratorium

A united front of environmental groups representing all corners of the commonwealth on Wednesday in Hanover urged the state government to implement a statewide pause on all new data center permit approvals and connections to the grid until stricter regulations for water use, energy infrastructure, and siting are enacted. Representatives from over a dozen organizations […]

PHOTOS/WATCH: Veterans Day in Fredericksburg

Where to Find Santa in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania & Stafford

The holiday magic is already in the air, and guess who’s making his list of stops around town? That's right – Santa Claus!. From festive tree lightings and holiday parades to special visits, breakfast dates, and photo opportunities, Santa is already making his rounds through Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and Stafford. Whether your little ones want to share their Christmas wishes, snap a photo, or simply say hello, we've rounded up places and times to catch the jolly old elf this holiday season. Grab your calendar, bundle up the kiddos, and get ready for a little Christmas magic!

🛍️ Local Holiday Shopping Guide - Supporting Local Businesses

Be sure to bookmark this guide and check back as you plan your holiday shopping!. Local Businesses We Love Black Friday Small Business Saturday. The holiday season is the perfect time to show some love to the local businesses that make our community special! ❤️ From unique gifts and family experiences to delicious treats and services that make life a little easier, our local businesses have so much to offer.

Visitor Center exhibit showcases Patawomeck Tribe’s literal roots

For David Jett and his fellow Patawomeck tribal citizens, the objects on display in the Fredericksburg Visitor Center this past Friday held dual meanings. “Where others see a poplar tree, we see a bark basket or a dugout canoe,” he said. “Where others see pine needles as an annoyance to sweep off your porch, we see a basket.”

Virginia environmental groups ask for data center pause until new regulations kick in

A coalition of environmental groups and impacted community members gathered in Hanover County, near Richmond, Wednesday to ask Virginia’s Governor and elected officials to support a pause on new data centers. “Better technology is there and Big Tech just doesn’t want to pay for it out of their gargantuan...