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Fredericksburg
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Stafford County will honor WWII aviators today at 10 a.m. at Stafford Regional Airport (95 Aviation Way) with a ceremony featuring the Rise Above mobile history exhibit and keynote speeches from Chris Allen and Chairman Deuntay Diggs. Potomac Local News
- ➤ Host Uriah Kiser covered local news on a podcast discussing the upcoming Buc-ee’s in Stafford County — including Manassas power outages and a stalled Route 610 project. Special guest Rita Witte highlighted Caroline Street events and Always Flavored's growing business as plans for Memorial Day weekend continue to develop. Potomac Local News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At Spotsylvania Towne Centre, Elephant Nest Thai and Sushi Bar opened May 4 next to X-Golf, Square Vendor Marketplace will launch in June near Macy’s interior entrance, and Planet Novak Rewind is set to debut early summer next to Planet Novak arcade; the center has served the community since 1980. Potomac Local News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown hosts an exhibit celebrating Older Americans Month that runs through the end of May. The display features portraits honoring local seniors & highlights their lasting contributions. The Free Lance–Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Stafford County Public Schools hosted its fourth annual Culinary Cup competition where Stafford High School, led by Chef Joshua Raven, won with its Curry Chickpea and Rice Bowl and Chicken BLT Wrap, which will appear on school lunch menus during the 2026-27 school year. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ At UMW last month, eight projects received part of the $25,000 Impact Grants funding, including an initiative led by junior Journey Mason that will fund educational tools for tutoring at Loisann’s Hope House; the program has supported 25 ventures over three years. University of Mary Washington
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg attorney Charlie Payne supports his client's proposal to build up to 2 million sqft data centers + a substation at the planned Gateway Commerce Center in the Thornburg area of Spotsylvania County. The development aims to create new tech-driven commercial opportunities. The Free Lance–Star
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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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Comedy Crave Live
9:30-11:00 p.m. — Courtyard by Marriott Fredericksburg Historic District — Food available — Enjoy a night of high-energy stand-up comedy featuring talented acts including headliner Rosey Catherine.
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Mini Mornings at the Museum: Colors!
10:15-11:15 a.m. — Historic Kenmore — Admission details not specified — A fun morning of story time and a color scavenger hunt for young learners and their caregivers.
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Shakespeare on the Lawn
6:30 p.m. — Historic Kenmore — Adults: $20, Students: $10, Children under 6: Free — Experience a reimagined performance of Macbeth on the lush lawn of Historic Kenmore.
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Archaeology Camp at Ferry Farm
9 a.m. - noon — George Washington's Ferry Farm — $200 per camper — Unearth artifacts and learn from real archaeologists at George Washington’s boyhood home.
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Teen Enrichment 4th Annual Golf Tournament
7:45 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Meadows Farms Golf Course — Cost varies — Swing for a cause at this annual tournament supporting youth mentoring.
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9th Annual Cooking Autism Car Show
8 AM – 3 PM — Stafford Regional Airport — $20.00 — Explore a variety of vehicles while supporting autism awareness in the community.
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Completely Unchained: Van Halen Tribute
7-11 p.m. — The Groove Music Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the #1 tribute to Van Halen with an authentic performance of their greatest hits.
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BANDA EL RECODO, LOS RECODITOS & MAS
12-3 p.m. — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a lively music event featuring popular Mexican bands at the fairgrounds.
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