Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Public meetings are underway to gather community input on design concepts for a memorial at the former Slave Auction Block site downtown; the first meeting is today at 7 p.m. (virtual) with sessions on Jan.

12, Jan. 20, and Mar. 10.

Buc-ee’s asked the Stafford Planning Commission to delay its second public hearing on the proposed travel center at the intersection of Courthouse Road + Austin Ridge Drive in Garrisonville.

Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4 will host a wreath-laying ceremony on Saturday, Jan.

10 at 2 p.m. at the Fredericksburg Masonic Cemetery — honoring Revolutionary War hero George Weedon — followed by a reception and tour of their historic meeting house.

Riverside Center hosted fall and holiday theater productions that drew over 26,000 people between August and December, including The Sound of Music and White Christmas + Center CEO Patrick A'Hearn said the turnout shows strong local support for live theater.

Bill Freehling interviewed longtime Fredericksburg Academy Head of School Karen Moschetto about her career journey and the evolution of the school—she previewed next week’s guest, chef/owner Raymond Renault at La Petite Auberge.

Health officials in Fredericksburg have urged residents to adopt small, steady steps toward better wellness in 2026.

The Rappahannock Area Health District recommended regular exercise, improved diets, and local health services (family planning, cancer screenings and support to quit smoking) to help residents meet manageable goals.

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.