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Fredericksburg
Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Gary Sinise Foundation held a free concert with the Lt. Dan Band at Marine Corps Base Quantico on May 22—marking the band's first performance on the base. More than 500 service members, families, civilians and retirees attended the event that offered a Mission BBQ dinner. Potomac Local News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg's Biz Beat Roundup reports a $1.5M sale at 408 Hanover St.—one of 99 homes sold last week—and announces that Bubblebee tea room will close on June 1 while Cary Street Partners receives investment to boost its growth. Proposed data centers at an 84-acre site near I-95 await rezoning and a special-use permit, and Pimenta restaurant now operates under new management. Fredericksburg Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Stafford County Public Schools announced the Valedictorian and Salutatorians for the Class of 2025 today — the news comes ahead of ticketed graduation ceremonies scheduled for May 30 at 6:30 p.m. at Mountain View and Stafford HS and for May 31 at 8 a.m. at Brooke Point, Colonial Forge, and North Stafford HS — with 2,611 seniors set to graduate and earn over $10 million in scholarships. Potomac Local News
- ➤ Germanna Community College will host the Germanna Gala tomorrow at 6 p.m. at the Fredericksburg Convention Center — the event will honor President Dr. Janet Gullickson as she prepares to retire after eight years of leadership marked by enrollment growth and national recognition. Potomac Local News
- ➤ ARTfactory’s award-winning youth summer camps start June 9 and run weekly until August 15 — offering visual, performing, and literary arts lessons to children and teens ages 5 to 17 — with new projects each week. Potomac Local News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stafford County will lose one of its two seats on the Virginia Railway Express Operations Board on July 1 + new ridership data shows nearby areas saw slightly higher gains in boardings. Potomac Local News
- ➤ Virginia saw nearly 95,000 allegations of abuse and neglect in 2024, with 38 children dying in 2023 due to abuse and neglect. Gov. Youngkin's administration is launching reforms—expanding support and improving foster care—to better protect vulnerable children. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ DJG Inc. of Williamsburg will design the new fire station in Fredericksburg after receiving a $1.778 million contract to plan the facility at 3340 Fall Hill Avenue in the Bragg Hill area. The Free Lance–Star
SPORTS NEWS
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International Food Series: Indian Night at Guru
7-9 p.m. — Guru Indian Cuisine — Cost TBA — Experience top-rated Indian fare and connect with fellow food lovers in Fredericksburg.
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Kid's Market
9 a.m. — Hurkamp Park — Free entry — Young entrepreneurs showcase homemade items in a community market.
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Open House at 613 Day Lewis Court
5-7 p.m. — 613 Day Lewis Court — $689,998 — Explore a nearly new home featuring extensive upgrades in a peaceful community setting.
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On-Site Tour at Fredericksburg Assisted Living
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Fredericksburg Assisted Living — Free entry — Explore community amenities and enjoy delicious meals crafted for seniors.
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Mini Mornings at the Museum: Explore the Garden
10:15-11:15 a.m. — George Washington's Ferry Farm — Free entry — Explore the garden and enjoy story time and a themed craft for kids.
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Shakespeare on the Lawn at Kenmore
6:30 p.m. — Historic Kenmore — $20 for adults, $10 for students, free for children under 6 — Enjoy a reimagined performance of The Merry Wives of Windsor amid a beautiful outdoor setting.
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FXBG Spring Garage Sale
Join us for a one-of-a-kind shopping event featuring hundreds of individual yard sales all under one roof! This is your chance to browse through a huge selection of residential items, vintage pieces, and gently used household goods — without ever needing to drive from house to house.
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Girlies in the Kitchen Cooking Class
12-2 p.m. — Whittingham — $65 per person — Get hands-on cooking experience with Chef Joy Crump while making delicious dishes and connecting with fellow food enthusiasts.
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Soul Line Dancing with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Dance away the evening with lively soul line dancing every 2nd and 4th Thursday.
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Dave Nemetz Live Performance
5-11 p.m. — The Port Oysteria & Brewery — Cost varies — Enjoy a solo acoustic guitar performance featuring music from the ‘60s to today.
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The Wavos Live Concert
8 PM - 2 AM — Colonial Tavern — $5 at the door — Experience the vibrant sounds of The Wavos in a lively tavern setting.
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