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Fredericksburg
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Caroline Street in downtown Fredericksburg was voted Best Main Street in the South by Garden & Guns magazine after a public contest wrapped up this week. Mayor Devine said the honor shows the strong community support from local businesses and residents that keep downtown vibrant. Potomac Local News
- ➤ Kids from Loisann’s Hope House will race for free this Sunday at the Great Train Race in Fredericksburg — they will receive new running shoes and a T-shirt to boost their confidence at the community event. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ Fredericksburg Regional Chamber held its 35th Annual Awards Gala to honor local businesses and leaders for community impact, innovation + leadership. The event celebrated contributions that uplift the quality of life and drive local progress. The Free Lance–Star
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Former Rappahannock Area YMCA CEO Barney Reiley discussed his long career and the significant growth he led for the Y during a recent Biz Beat interview, sharing local business insights. Fredericksburg Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mary Washington honored 47 juniors and seniors at its 55th Phi Beta Kappa induction ceremony for academic excellence and civic responsibility as graduates may apply for the Roy H. Smith Award with Roy Smith stressing AI and thinking (a nod to technology’s role) amid applause. University of Mary Washington
- ➤ UMW students showcased nearly 130 projects at Research and Creativity Day, which concluded a weeklong celebration of academic work on campus. The event was held in the Hurley Convergence Center and featured art displays, scientific studies, and performances that highlighted the students' hard work. University of Mary Washington
- ➤ UMW students showcased innovation at the annual Eagle Egg Pitch Competition at UMW in Fredericksburg, where nine student teams presented start-up ideas. John - J.D. Nett won the $10,000 prize for his LAX Gear Dryer while others received awards to advance their ventures. Fredericksburg Free Press
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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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Sensory Friendly Morning at Ferry Farm
10 AM – 12 PM — George Washington's Ferry Farm — $6 for students, $13 for adults — Explore George Washington's boyhood home in a sensory-friendly environment designed for families with special needs.
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2026 Virginia Senior & Adults Open
May 29-31 — Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Fredericksburg South — Registration required — Compete in a prominent chess tournament organized by the Virginia Chess Federation.
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~ Albert Einstein
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