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Fredericksburg
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local donors boosted our K-9 units—Kasper Mechanical donated $2,000 for Rudi’s new bulletproof vest while the Greater Fredericksburg Kennel Club contributed $2,349 to improve a Stafford County unit's gear. The donations help keep these working dogs safe during patrols in our community. Fredericksburg Free Press
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FLYKUP, a gift shop featuring Scottish fancy pieces (owned by a woman from Scotland's east side), is now open in downtown Fredericksburg and welcomes shoppers this week. Fredericksburg Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane season starts June 1 and is forecast to be below average by NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) with up to 14 tropical storms and six hurricanes expected. Local officials urge residents to check evacuation zones and prepare emergency kits to protect homes. Fredericksburg Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At the Our Fallen Heroes Memorial, retired Marine Major General Jason Bohm warned that future wars might have higher casualties and that neglecting sacrifice could lead to carelessness in conflict; Fredericksburg Mayor Kerry Devine and representatives from the local Veterans Council also honored fallen heroes. Fredericksburg Free Press
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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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