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Fredericksburg
Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg officials announced plans for a free, year-long 300th birthday celebration in 2028 that will feature a river festival, historic ship replicas, sports branding, and commemorative merchandise. Potomac Local News
- ➤ Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank will hold food distributions this week to support local residents. Details about times and locations are available on its Facebook Events page (or via the FREDFOODVA app). Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ At RAAI on Kings Highway in Stafford, adults in the day support program under Alexis Fox are planting seeds ahead of the annual Spring Plant Sale set to begin mid-April, weather permitting + proceeds will support programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Fredericksburg Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Multiple road projects are scheduled in the Fredericksburg area this week, including I-95 lane closures for pothole patching on Wednesday and Route 1 work with sign + bridge repairs in Caroline, Spotsylvania and Stafford counties from early morning to mid-afternoon. Fredericksburg Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UMW men's basketball remains undefeated at home after winning on February 23 in front of local fans, and the team builds momentum for future games. The Free Lance–Star
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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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2026 St. Patty’s Leprechaun 5k, 10k, & 1M
7:30-10:00 a.m. — Old Mill Park — $20-$50 — Participate in a scenic run alongside the Rappahannock River with options for all ages and a virtual race available.
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Night of Corridos and Nortenas
8 PM — EL PARAISO DISCOTECA RESTAURANT — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant night filled with the rhythms of corridos and nortenas in Fredericksburg.
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