Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Bill Freehling interviewed longtime chef and owner Raymond Renault at La Petite Auberge in Downtown Fredericksburg this week (the Biz Beat Banter series spotlights local business leaders).

At Tuesday night's Spotsylvania County School Board meeting (Jan.

13), the board approved Superintendent Mitchell’s request to keep his adjunct roles while re-electing Jackson as chair and Rodas as vice chair. High school marching band representatives also asked for extra funding for instruments and staffing.

Malvina Rollins Kay was re-elected to the school board representing Ward 4 and sworn in by Judge Gordon Willis on Jan.

8; she has served for over 30 years and will continue to help guide local public schools.

On Tuesday, Jan. 13, a sports card show brought thousands of collectors to Fredericksburg.

Organizers reported a lively turnout that boosted local trade in sports memorabilia.

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.

Standup Comedy Night at Highmark Brewery

8-9:30 p.m. — Highmark Brewery — Affordable entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with top comedians from Virginia and beyond.

Live Music Night with Anthony G

6-9 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Fredericksburg Historic District — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening filled with the incredible tunes of Anthony G.