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Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Germanna Educational Foundation nominated Mary Washington Healthcare for the Award for Leadership in Philanthropy in recognition of its support for Germanna Community College—while the Culpeper Garden Club will hold a flower show on May 7 and Caroline High School culinary students earned state medals at a recent competition. Other local events include Fredericksburg’s Earth Day Festival on April 26, a volunteer open house at Payne’s Farm on May 3, a charity golf tournament on April 28 in Spotsylvania, and seniors planning trips on May 21 and 22. The Free Lance–Star
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Harry’s Downtown in Fredericksburg is now under new ownership—this change was highlighted in a Biz Beat Clips video reported on April 21. Fredericksburg Free Press
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Microporous will soon announce its Child Care Initiative — a program that offers grants to businesses and nonprofits to expand child care access and improve classroom safety and staff training in Southern Virginia. The initiative aims to help working families and boost local workforce participation by addressing child care shortages in rural areas. Fredericksburg Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Callie Brown, Amanda Richardson, and Courtney Mersiowsky previewed Earth Day events for Saturday at Old Mill Park—organizers plan activities to raise local environmental awareness. Fredericksburg Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ VDOT said starting Tuesday evening that northbound and southbound Route 1 lanes near the Route 606 intersection will shift right—making room for crews working on median construction—while law enforcement directs traffic until 5 a.m. Wednesday. The change is part of plans to widen Mudd Tavern Road and build a new secondary road that will improve local travel. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ NOAA fired 650 workers since Feb. 27 due to budget cuts, reducing the number of daily weather balloon launches — and leaving many Virginia meteorologists and farmers worried about gaps in weather data. The cuts may make it harder for local growers to plan crop and livestock activities. Fredericksburg Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Jackson Ross has led the offense with strong numbers—including a walk-off home run in the home opener—while Merrick Baldo has kept the bullpen quiet with a 1.35 ERA, and the FredNats return home today for a six-game homestand against the Charleston RiverDogs through April 27. Fredericksburg Free Press
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Open House at 4506 Caven Ct S
4-6 p.m. — 4506 Caven Ct S — $454,900 — Explore this spacious 4-bedroom home in a peaceful cul-de-sac with a cozy fireplace and fully fenced backyard.
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Open House at River Creek
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Puerto Rican Plena Workshop
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Fredericksburg Area Museum — $20, $10 (ages 6-12), Free (age 5 and below) — A hands-on experience to explore the vibrant rhythms and cultural significance of Puerto Rican Plena music.
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Soul Line Dancing with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Experience the fun of soul line dancing every 2nd and 4th Thursday in Fredericksburg.
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Tea Time at Kenmore
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Kenmore — $20 per person — Explore the art of tea while enjoying light refreshments and beautiful gardens.
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Sensory-Friendly Morning at Ferry Farm
10 AM - 12 PM — George Washington's Ferry Farm — Preregistration required — Experience a sensory-friendly visit exploring history with guided tours and interactive activities catered to special needs.
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Golf FORE Charity Tournament
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Lee's Hill Golf Club — Supports local charity — Swing your clubs while making a difference in the community.
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Historic Kenmore Tour
1:30-2:30 p.m. — Kenmore — Admission required — Explore the beautiful gardens and the Visitor Center gallery on a guided tour of Historic Kenmore.
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