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Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sheetz is offering free donuts from June 6 through 10 when you buy a drink and Downtown Fredericksburg holds twilight events with late-night shopping and live music every Wednesday from 3 to 7 p.m. The Homeland Security department removed its controversial sanctuary list after criticism and the city seeks candidates for City Treasurer and Commissioner of the Revenue with a June 17 qualification deadline. Potomac Local News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Governor Youngkin and Kalahari Resorts founder Todd Nelson held a steel beam signing at the Thornburg site on Wednesday to show the project is ahead of schedule for the $900 million indoor waterpark. The project will open on Nov. 12, 2026, and is expected to add 1,500 jobs—local government and school officials attended the event. Fredericksburg Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stafford County's Board of Supervisors voted four to one to recognize June as Pride Month — a proposal by board chairman Deuntay Diggs — and approved a route for a new road and bridge over the Rappahannock River. They also authorized $3.4 million in retention bonuses for school employees while the regional planning body will review the proposed river crossing route on June 16. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ Area residents will see many emergency vehicles along the Rappahannock River this weekend during a planned water rescue training drill. The exercise begins tomorrow and runs through Saturday—fire and rescue teams from Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania, and King George counties will use boats, drones, and specialized equipment over 20 miles to test their response readiness. Potomac Local News
- ➤ The City of Fredericksburg worked to reduce barriers for the unhoused when City Council directed the City Manager on April 8th to meet with Thurman Brisben Center and explore changes to the special use permit. The city has also approved $265k for regional homeless outreach providers—steps meant to boost service coordination and data sharing. City of Fredericksburg
- ➤ Stafford County's Board of Supervisors voted on June 3 to endorse Option C—its preferred route for a new Rappahannock River crossing—linking Celebrate Virginia Parkway with Gordon Shelton Boulevard as an alternative to I-95 to reduce traffic. Potomac Local News
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Woofle Breakfast
Breakfast hours — Dog Krazy, Inc. — Check local listings for pricing — Enjoy delicious woofles and sausages to kickstart your Sunday.
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Soul Line Dancing with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Dance the night away with vibrant soul line dancing in a lively downtown setting.
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2025 Season Opener with Heroes on the Water
9 AM – 1 PM — City Dock Park — Free entry — Experience kayaking and fishing while enjoying camaraderie and outdoor relaxation for veterans and first responders.
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Fallen Heroes 5 Miler
7:00 AM — James Monroe High School — $35-$45 — Run through scenic Fredericksburg while supporting local veterans and first responders.
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