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Wednesday, August 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg City School Board will meet today at 6 p.m. at the Walker-Grant Center to discuss transportation issues that have led to bus delays and route changes since school began on Aug. 19. The meeting includes a public comment period—parents can share concerns as the board reviews its update and hiring efforts. Fredericksburg Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ VDOT announced that most lane closures on I-95 will be lifted from noon Friday, August 29 until noon Tuesday, September 2 to ease congestion for holiday travelers—while the I-95 Express Lanes will run northbound only on Labor Day, with normal operations resuming on Tuesday, September 2. Potomac Local News
- ➤ The Rappahannock Regional Criminal Justice Academy opened a 9,000-square-foot indoor firearms range on Lee Hill Drive at its main campus—featuring 14 lanes, classrooms, and simulated darkness for training—after a ribbon-cutting on August 20. The facility will begin training 250 to 300 recruits later this month to enhance officer preparedness amid past challenges in securing proper range space. Potomac Local News
- ➤ Stafford County will hold local elections in November with contests in four board of supervisors races and four school board seats along with statewide contests for governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general—early voting starts Sept. 19, mail ballots can be requested by Oct. 24, and Election Day is Nov. 4. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ Virginia voters will choose all 100 House seats in November and lawmakers may enforce a new rule to ban same-sex marriages if the Supreme Court reconsiders the ruling that legalized them—this move could affect thousands of couples. Fredericksburg Free Press
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ RACSB will open a 24/7 walk-in clinic in Fredericksburg + the center will treat psychiatric crises with immediate care for behavioral health issues. The Free Lance–Star
- ➤ Today, two hospital leaders will speak at the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce forum at Virginia Credit Union Stadium from 9 to 10:30 a.m. as they discuss the region's healthcare challenges and potential plans to create a medical school that could open as early as 2029. Potomac Local News
SHOP NEWS
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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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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.
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Fredericksburg Main Street Fall Shop Crawl
3-7 p.m. — Fredericksburg Visitor Center — $40 — Explore local shops and indulge in exclusive discounts and gifts during this autumn event.
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