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Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Stafford beekeeper Kenny Allwine harvested 250 pounds of honey last weekend in May from 25 hives at his father’s farm — up from 60 pounds the previous year — and used a centrifuge to spin the honey that he now sells online.  Potomac Local News

CRIME NEWS

  • Richard T. McGrath, the Chief Judge of the 15th Judicial District, was indicted Monday on a Class 4 felony bribery charge against a public official—records show the act occurred on July 15 in Spotsylvania County amid an ongoing investigation after a county board meeting.  Fredericksburg Free Press

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Stafford County Public Schools are removing artificial dyes from school meals to meet a state law that bans them by 2027+ they have already taken out snacks with Red Dye #3 and are working with food vendors to bring in dye-free options.  Potomac Local News
  • Fredericksburg City Schools said their special education program improved from a 'needs intervention' status in 2022 to meeting state standards, and board member Malvina Rollins Kay celebrated the progress at a recent meeting. James Monroe High School saw lower SOL credits in reading, biology, and algebra while Walker-Grant Middle School and local elementary schools showed gains; new plans include an Elevate pilot program for rising ninth-graders and full Head Start funding (supporting at-risk families) (test details will be shared later).  Fredericksburg Free Press

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Stafford County ended its eight-year contract with PulsePoint in April because officials said it did not increase bystander CPR. The fire and rescue department will focus on community outreach and CPR training at public events — a change that marks a shift from using the mobile app.  Potomac Local News
  • Rep. Eugene Vindman, the only Virginian on the House Agriculture Committee, introduced bipartisan legislation that will update the WIC program to better support women, infants and children affected by substance use disorder—co-sponsored by Rep. Glenn G.T Thompson. The Supporting Healthy Mothers and Infants Act would add nutrition education and outreach to help families in the Fredericksburg area as they face challenges from the opioid crisis.  Fredericksburg Free Press

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 6/7/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/8/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/12/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/26/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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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.

    Fri, 7/4/25

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