Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
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🏘️ Community
Stafford County supervisors delayed a decision on data center rules and set a work session next Tuesday while Prince William County seeks to appeal a judge’s ruling on the Digital Gateway project near Manassas National Battlefield Park.
In Fredericksburg, top MLB draft pick Eli Willits will debut for the Nationals on Thursday and five local schools were named America’s Healthiest as a free HIIT workout on Sept 30th, Oktoberfest from Sept 19th to 21st, an End of Summer Banana Pudding Bash from Aug 28th through Sept 1st, and a free concert series on Sept 12th — local communities brace for a busy week.
🎓 Education
On Wednesday, hundreds of first-year students and their families moved into University of Mary Washington’s residence halls amid a light rain, helped by upperclassmen in yellow T-shirts and over 100 student volunteers.
The university welcomed more than 1,000 new students—first-year, transfer, and graduate—as part of the 2025-26 academic year.
🌲 Environment
Dominion Energy replaced 82 HID bulbs with LED bulbs in Central Park in August, cutting carbon emissions by 32.5 metric tons and saving on electricity after a 21-month payback (cost: $11,982.54).
City Council approved an extra $70,000 (FY2026) to update more streetlights along major corridors, aiming for a full LED conversion by 2028.
🏛️ Government
Stafford Supervisors delayed their decision on stricter DataCenter rules after Tuesday's hearing drew a large crowd—emotional testimony led to the vote being postponed.
They will hold a work session next week before proposing new regulations.
🏥 Health
Rappahannock Area Community Services Board announced Friday that it purchased a Spotsylvania property formerly owned by Rappahannock Goodwill Industries to create a 24-hour Crisis Receiving Center for psychiatric emergencies.
The center will undergo about $6.5 million in renovations to start services in spring 2027—partly funded by $12 million from Virginia’s Right Help, Right Now initiative.
🎉 Fredericksburg Events
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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.
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.
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.
Bikes & Breakfast Meetup in Fredericksburg
10 AM — Motoworks — Free entry — Gather for coffee, pastries, and motorcycle discussions before heading out for lunch and rides.
Soul Line Dancing with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Experience the rhythm and fun of soul line dancing every second and fourth Thursday night.
Go for Bo! 2025
6-8:30 p.m. — Stafford Regional Airport — Registration fee required — Experience a beautiful sunset run on a fast, flat course in the community.
Cannonball Century Cycling Event
7 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Massaponax High School — $69 registration until July 15th — Experience a challenging 100-mile biking adventure through scenic routes.
Patawomeck Fall Festival
11 AM – 4 PM — Patawomeck Museum & Cultural Center — Free entry — Celebrate the autumn season with traditional crafts, delicious treats, and DJ music.
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