Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ This week, Smugglers Cafe in downtown Fredericksburg offers a Disneyesque experience with bold brews and cosmic cookies for intergalactic travelers. Fredericksburg Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Visitor Center will host the Fredericksburg 250 Open House on Monday, Feb. 2 from 5-7 p.m. at 601 Caroline Street—local museums and community partners will share details on upcoming programs celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Potomac Local News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg schools have appointed a new Director of Operations who was most recently principal at Fauquier High School+ he is expected to guide district improvements. The Free Lance–Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A winter storm dropped about 8 inches of snow in Fredericksburg Monday, with reports showing totals from 2.5 inches east to nearly 11 inches in neighboring counties (photos captured at 11:45 a.m. along Caroline Street illustrate the impact). Potomac Local News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Late Monday, snow plows cleared roads near St. Mary’s Catholic Church at the intersection of William and Daniel Sts. at 6:15 p.m., and crews worked overnight to keep the area accessible this Tuesday morning. Potomac Local News
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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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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.
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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.
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Valentine's Celebration at El Paraiso
8 p.m. — El Paraiso Nightclub & Restaurant — Tickets available — Celebrate love with a lively party atmosphere in Fredericksburg.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it's better to listen to what it has to say.
~ Paulo Coelho
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