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Fredericksburg
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ In February, 125,000 gallons of untreated sewage leaked near Caroline and Dixon streets in Fredericksburg after city officials touted a sewer upgrade without mentioning the overflow, raising local concern. The Free Lance–Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The HFFI awarded local preservation leaders today for restoring iconic historic sites — including projects on Caroline Street and downtown landmarks—to honor efforts that sustain Fredericksburg’s built heritage. These awards spotlight ongoing work to carry the city’s history into the future. Potomac Local News
- ➤ Bishop Duane Fields released his 21-day devotional, From Verse to Victory, at Oxford Mount Zion Baptist Church after a March 8 book signing, offering daily spiritual reflections that address cultural challenges and inspire new believers. The devotional is available in paperback and digital formats (Amazon and Walmart). Fredericksburg Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Stafford County School Board is examining a revenue-sharing agreement with supervisors to secure stable, multi-year funding for local schools + the proposal, published on Friday, Mar. 13, would reduce annual budget uncertainty. Potomac Local News
- ➤ Mary Wash Day 2026 at University of Mary Washington is a 24-hour event from March 25-26 that will unlock matches for scholarships and programs. On March 25, festivities on the Cedric Rucker University Center patio include food, games and a Pie It Forward contest for donors giving $5 or more. University of Mary Washington
- ➤ At UMW in Fredericksburg, SGA president Amira Said is set to lead ASPIRE Week from April 13-18 (a six-day celebration of university values). She has also launched a weekly composting program to reduce food waste with support from her Impact Grant and community partners. University of Mary Washington
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ This month, managing editor Joey LoMonaco interviews Joy Crump — Foode’s longtime head chef who became the first Black woman elected to City Council — on the new Coffee Shop Talk episode recorded at Anita’s Cafe, exploring her pivot from the kitchen to public service. Fredericksburg Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UMW's men's basketball team hosts Wisconsin La Crosse today at 6 p.m. at Ron Rosner Arena in a Sweet Sixteen game where the winner advances to the Elite Eight; the Eagles, with a 26 to 3 record, rely on defense + smart play to limit scoring by guard Sam Grieger. Fredericksburg Free Press
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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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La Chanchona 503 and Furia Band Concert
9:00 p.m. — El Pino Mexican Restaurant — Ticket purchase required — Experience live bands La Chanchona 503 and Furia Band in a vibrant restaurant setting.
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Mini Mornings at the Museum: Springtime Blooms
10:15-11:15 a.m. — Historic Kenmore — Cost included with admission — Engage young minds with stories, crafts, and planting flowers in a historic setting.
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Easter Brunch
11 AM – 3 PM — Fredericksburg Country Club — $55 per person, $20 for children — Celebrate spring with a delightful buffet and festive atmosphere.
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Norteño Sax Concert
9 PM — El Pino Mexican Restaurant — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a night filled with Norteno Sax music featuring La Nueva Generación and Alta Edición.
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