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Fredericksburg
Saturday, August 9th, 2025
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Stafford County investigators have identified 21-year-old Gabriela Alejandra Bonilla Flores as the suspect in the fatal hit-and-run on Richmond Highway just before 2:00 a.m. Tuesday — she was driving a white Audi Q5 that was seized as evidence — and authorities urge anyone who sees her to call 911 immediately. Potomac Local News
- ➤ Spotsylvania authorities are investigating two shootings that occurred Thursday in the county—official details have not been released. The Free Lance–Star
- ➤ A man was shot on Bancroft Road in Spotsylvania late Thursday night and is recovering at a local hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening—authorities say the shooter remains at large. Potomac Local News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Stafford County Public Schools has launched a new Business and IT Center at Colonial Forge High School to help students learn business, IT, cybersecurity, data, and entrepreneurship. More than 130 students are enrolled in the program + local business leaders will work with students to build market-ready skills. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ Spotsylvania Superintendent Clint Mitchell spoke to a packed faculty at Massaponax High School on Thursday morning as he announced an $11.7 million funding boost, lower turnover, and a new strategic plan (Future Ready 2030) for the upcoming school year. He credited dedicated teachers with strengthening the division and noted efforts to modernize pay scales and recruit a diverse workforce. Fredericksburg Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ VDOT has announced that from Aug. 10th through Aug. 16th, major lane closures and work zones will affect roads in Fredericksburg, Stafford and Spotsylvania for pavement, utility, and intersection improvements — drivers should allow extra travel time and follow police directions — as crews work overnight and during the day. Potomac Local News
- ➤ Virginia changed its child labor laws this year to require trust funds for child influencers so that young content creators can have the money saved for them until they grow up—other states like Arkansas, Montana, and Utah made similar changes to protect kids working online. Fredericksburg Free Press
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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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8th Annual Cooking Autism Car Show
9 AM – 3 PM — Stafford Regional Airport — Free entry — Celebrate stunning cars while supporting a great cause with food, music, and family-friendly activities.
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MCA Grand National Show: Gathering of the Herd 2025
8 AM – 5 PM — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — Free entry — Witness an exciting celebration of Ford Mustang cars with enthusiasts and families alike.
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Concert by Canoe
6-10 p.m. — Motts Run Reservoir — Bring your own boat or rent one — Enjoy floating music at a scenic lake concert while dining on a picnic.
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Virginia Cider Festival
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — Free venue parking — Sip and savor a wide variety of ciders from local and national producers while enjoying live music and food trucks.
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Bikes & Breakfast Meetup in Fredericksburg
10 AM — Motoworks — Free entry — Gather for coffee, pastries, and motorcycle discussions before heading out for lunch and rides.
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