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David Hoffmann explained how his childhood shaped his family's philanthropic efforts, noting that faith, family and personal experiences inspire their support for local causes.

Lee Enterprises Chairman David Hoffmann nearly followed a football scholarship path but chose family and built a business empire.

His personal decisions, influenced by a young romance and tough choices, reveal how life shaped his successful business career.

Lee Enterprises chairman David Hoffmann announced a multi-million-dollar investment today to preserve local newspapers — a move aimed at securing community journalism for the future.

Fredericksburg City Council updated plans to reuse the Historic Renwick Complex at 815 Princess Anne Street after reviewing a draft solicitation to attract public-private partners under the PPEA program.

The city plans to release the document next month to help preserve the landmark courthouse, old jail, and Wallace Library.

Fredericksburg is launching a two-year pilot program for managed street closures on Main Street District based on community survey feedback about balancing parking, communication, and business impacts.

The pilot, set for 2027–2028, will allow two local events annually + grandfather existing event requests.

VDOT will perform overnight milling on I-95 northbound near Exit 143 in Stafford County from 9 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, July 5 to 11, with lane closures.

Road work on routes in Fredericksburg and Stafford County will require planning alternate routes — extra travel time is advised.

Mini Mornings at the Museum: River Exploration

10:00 – 11:30 AM — George Washington's Ferry Farm — Free entry — Discover the wonders of gardening with story time and hands-on planting activities for young children.

Fredericksburg Comic Con

Full day shopping and fun — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Fredericksburg Convention Center — General admission — Celebrate the world of comics with vendors and artists of all ages.

PLT 3rd Annual Charity Golf Tournament

8 AM - 4 PM — Fredericksburg Country Club — $125 singles, $250 doubles, $500 foursomes — Swing for a cause and enjoy a day of golf benefiting veterans and their families.

Mother and Son Afternoon Tea

2-4 p.m. — Central Rappahannock Regional Library Fredericksburg Branch — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy afternoon with tea and treats while creating new memories with your son.