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Fredericksburg
Thursday, January 1st, 2026
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 1st of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Fredericksburg Visitor Center will present In Search of Rest, a free exhibit that explores Civil War family history with original letters, diaries, and photographs from Jan. 2 through Feb. 1. An opening reception with an interview featuring volunteer Steve Morin is set for Jan. 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Visitor Center Exhibit Room. City of Fredericksburg
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City completed restoration work on the historic Renwick Bell Tower at 815 Princess Anne Street, repairing masonry, stucco, and the southwest chimney to secure the 600-pound Paul Revere bell. City officials will now explore future reuse options for the landmark. City of Fredericksburg
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg now offers thrombectomy procedures at its Primary Stroke Center — using advanced 3D imaging to treat severe strokes quickly. The healthcare system plans to expand neurological care by recruiting more specialists and pursuing Comprehensive Stroke Center status within three years. Fredericksburg Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Massaponax grad Grayson Wood became the first golfer from the area to earn a PGA Tour exemption after winning at the White Sands Bahamas Men’s Invitational on Dec. 16; he plans to compete in either the PGA Tour’s Puerto Rico Open in March or the ONEflight Myrtle Beach Classic in May. Fredericksburg Free Press
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Escalante / Gente de Gordo Live in Fredericksburg
8:00 PM — El Paraiso Nightclub & Restaurant — Get your tickets now — Enjoy a lively night of music at El Paraiso with Escalante and Gente de Gordo.
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