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Saturday, August 2nd, 2025

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Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce announced the Leadership Fredericksburg Class of 2026 and selected 33 local professionals who will meet monthly from September through May — working on community projects and receiving mentorship — to build practical skills in areas like public safety and education. Notable Fellows include Betsy Mason from the police and Brenda Martin from City Hall, and the group will graduate in May.  Potomac Local News

CRIME NEWS

  • Stafford County deputies are searching for Andre Bennett Jr.—a Black man with long dreadlocks last seen wearing a gray shirt, black shorts and red shoes—after he fled a traffic stop and crashed near the Giant grocery store on Town and Country Drive Thursday afternoon, and his vehicle has been recovered as officials believe he is hiding in a wooded area.  Potomac Local News
  • On July 20, two Spotsylvania County residents were charged with misdemeanors after a man and an accomplice hurled racial slurs at Amylah Majors and Jamaria Gaskins on Partlow Road—a confrontation that led to a car crash which totaled their vehicle and injured the victims—and police are investigating further hate crime charges.  Fredericksburg Free Press

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Applications for Fall 2026 admissions at the University of Mary Washington opened Aug. 1, and students can apply via the Common Application or directly online. Early decision is due by Nov. 1 and early action by Nov. 15 to be considered for the Piscopo Rodgers Science Fellows Program — a competitive scholarship opportunity for 15 first-year science students.  University of Mary Washington

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 8/8/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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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.

    Sun, 8/10/25

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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.

    Thu, 8/14/25

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  • Fur Ball Gala: 10th Anniversary Masquerade

    6-10 p.m. — Fredericksburg Convention Center — Ticketed event — Celebrate a decade of animal love at this elegant masquerade gala.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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