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Fredericksburg
Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg's Caroline Street won best Main Street in the South after weeks of bracket challenges against small towns across the region — a win that marks a significant community achievement. The Free Lance–Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local peer recovery specialist Javonne Kirby, honored with the Drum Major for Justice Award, founded Community Canvas to offer free art sessions that help neighbors connect. The program runs Mondays and Thursdays from noon to 4 p.m. at Fredericksburg Baptist Church and welcomes everyone. Fredericksburg Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UMW was named a Top Employer for Interns by SCHEV as its internship program earned statewide praise, and four local students were recognized for translating classroom learning into on-the-job work during National Internship Awareness Month. The Top 50 honorees will be celebrated July 30 in Richmond (event details pending). University of Mary Washington
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Farshid Hakimyar, CEO of Colosseum Sports Resort LLC, sent a cease-and-desist letter to Stafford supervisor Crystal Vanuch after she criticized his new sports complex project as lacking plans during a recent county meeting. The letter warns that legal action may follow if negative comments persist. Fredericksburg Free Press
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Dementia Insights: Navigating the Journey Together
The Quest to Conquer Alzheimer’s Disease w/ Dr. George Bloom, UVA Research Updates from the Alzheimer’s Association Lego Serious Play for Alzheimer’s Connections w/ Loretta Veeney
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Dementia Insights: Navigating the Journey Together
The Quest to Conquer Alzheimer’s Disease w/ Dr. George Bloom, UVA Research Updates from the Alzheimer’s Association Lego Serious Play for Alzheimer’s Connections w/ Loretta Veeney
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That Arena Rock Show
7-11 p.m. — The Groove Music Hall — Tickets required — Experience high energy tribute performances of classic rock anthems from the 70s and 80s.
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La Sonora Dinamita at El Pino Mexican Restaurant
9 PM — El Pino Mexican Restaurant — Limited seating available — Enjoy a vibrant dance event with La Sonora Dinamita.
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Virginia Renaissance Faire
10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Virginia Renaissance Faire — Tickets go on sale mid-March — Experience five weekends of medieval revelry and merriment.
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Mother's Day 5K/10K Run
7:30 a.m. — Old Mill Park — Entry fee required — Celebrate Mother's Day with a scenic run alongside the Rappahannock River while supporting a good cause.
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