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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank CEO Dan Maher said on June 16th that federal budget cuts could cripple its most used programs — a worry that may reduce essential services — as he detailed what the changes could mean. Fredericksburg Free Press
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ I-95 is closed at Exit 130—where Route 3 meets the highway—due to downed power lines that may be live, and emergency crews are working to secure the area while drivers face heavy backup of traffic into Stafford County amid rainy weather. Potomac Local News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Success Space opens as a new co-working space and cafe at Spotsylvania Towne Centre this week—aimed at giving local professionals a modern work setting, where entrepreneurs can work and meet clients. Fredericksburg Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FAMPO's policy committee voted 9-1 in favor of +Option C+ for a new road and bridge over the Rappahannock River from Celebrate Virginia Parkway to Gordon Shelton Boulevard, and the decision will allow Michael Baker International to complete its study and lead to further review under the National Environmental Policy Act+. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ Multiple road work projects are underway in the Fredericksburg region—affecting highways like Interstate 95 and Route 1 along with numerous local roads with alternating lane closures for milling, paving, and utility repairs. Some work started on Monday, June 16 and will last through this week or into later months—detours have been set up to help guide travelers safely through affected areas. Fredericksburg Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Chris Breth beat stage four esophageal cancer after eight rounds of chemotherapy and surgery that removed parts of his esophagus and stomach — he is now cancer free. His journey, supported by his family, faith and Mary Washington Healthcare Regional Cancer Center, shows the power of hope and strong care — a true example of progress in treatment. Fredericksburg Free Press
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