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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Members last week chartered the new Epsilon Alpha Rho Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. in Stafford County. The chapter (drawing on the sorority’s legacy from its founding on Jan. 16th at Howard University) will work with local groups to support projects in education, maternal and child health, and youth development. Fredericksburg Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg planning commissioners reviewed Phase II findings to revitalize eight aging shopping centers, including Greenbrier, and plan zoning changes for mixed-use development. City staff will refine the report using community feedback—expected to spur private investment while preserving local services—before submitting final recommendations to the City Council later this year. Potomac Local News
- ➤ The State Board of Elections released the candidate list for the upcoming 2025 elections—71% of school board seats and 56% of supervisor races are unopposed—and local voters will head to the polls in nine weeks to elect state and local officials. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ A proposal to improve Routes 2/17 has been updated to combine two projects into one $70.6 million plan—one project will widen the road while the other will lengthen the turn at the Lansdowne Road intersection. The Free Lance–Star
- ➤ The public may review plans and comment on the proposed widening of Route 2/17 from near Dixon Park in Fredericksburg to Imboden Street in Spotsylvania—this project will add a shared-use path, improved pedestrian crossings, an upgraded bus stop, and intersection improvements during an open house on July 23 from 5-7 at Elks Lodge. VDOT will also begin replacing the bridge superstructure on Route 207 in Caroline County next week—with the northbound lane set to close late next month for about nine months, reducing the road to two travel lanes and lowering the speed limit. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ Spotsylvania County will launch an automated speed camera program in six school zones on Aug. 12 when schools begin, with motorists receiving a 30-day warning before citations start on Sept. 11. The county—together with the school division and sheriff’s office—will reinvest fines from speeding violations into safety projects after studies showed dangerous speeds near Battlefield Middle School. Fredericksburg Free Press
SPORTS NEWS
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Soul Line Dancing with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of soul line dancing every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.
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Open House
4-6 p.m. — 1719 Idlewild Blvd, Fredericksburg, VA — Free entry — Explore a charming 3 bedroom home in the desirable Village of Idlewild community.
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Rock 101 Music Camp
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. — School of Rock — Cost not specified — An engaging camp for young aspiring musicians to learn classic rock and perform live.
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Spotsy Summer Classic Car Show
2-6 p.m. — 7100 Steckler Way, Fredericksburg, VA — $25 registration — Celebrate classic cars and community vibes while supporting local businesses and a pet rescue.
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Rockin' on the Riverfront
7-11:59 p.m. — Riverfront Park Fredericksburg — Free entry — Enjoy a performance by Good Time Alibi and local snacks under the stars.
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Open House at 1309 Graham Dr
4-7 p.m. — 1309 Graham Dr, Fredericksburg, VA — $584,991 USD — Explore a luxurious home with custom design elements in the Village of Idlewild.
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Puppy Yoga Fundraiser
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Possum-bilities — $28 per person — Enjoy a beginner-friendly yoga class with puppy cuddles and support a good cause.
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Soul Line Dancing Night with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy an energetic evening of community soul line dancing with Regina.
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