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Fredericksburg
Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Spotsylvania Towne Centre will host a three-day Valentine’s-themed craft and vendor market from Friday, Feb. 13 through Sunday, Feb. 15 near Fredericksburg. The market offers handmade goods, specialty items, treats, and unique gifts for local shoppers and makers. Potomac Local News
- ➤ The Venerable Monks reached the Fredericksburg area on their Walk for Peace, with an overnight stop planned in Spotsylvania Thursday night (Feb. 5) as part of their journey from Caroline County to Wright’s Chapel. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ Venerable monks began their Walk for Peace in Caroline County on Wednesday, bringing calm and unity near Fredericksburg. They will continue through Spotsylvania and Stafford County tomorrow - local officials and volunteers will support the journey. Fredericksburg Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UMW launched its new podcast What Matters Most With President Paino to share behind-the-scenes campus stories recorded at its Digital Knowledge Center. Episodes have featured student leaders and professors + future shows will include discussions with men’s basketball captains. University of Mary Washington
- ➤ Stafford County Public Schools experienced intermittent power and internet outages when students returned to class after last week’s snowstorm; by mid-morning, electricity was mostly restored — phone service remained inconsistent, and officials are using alternative methods to communicate. Potomac Local News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kathleen Daley-Becker with the Fredericksburg SPCA warns pet owners to protect dogs & cats as bitter cold grips the area this weekend, advising keeping pets indoors and limiting outdoor time for safety. Fredericksburg Free Press
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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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Grand Opening Celebration – FXBG Campus
11:30 a.m. – FXBG Campus — Free entry — Celebrate the opening of the Fredericksburg campus with community festivities and activities.
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All American Plant and Reptile Expo
5-7 p.m. — Fredericksburg Convention Center — Admission details pending — Discover various outdoor structures and garden essentials to thrive and beautify your space.
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