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Fredericksburg
Monday, September 1st, 2025
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg community groups have planned a busy September with events that will bring residents together. The disAbility Resource Center will host a free Family Festival at the Fairgrounds on Sept 20, the Salem Ruritan raffle drawing is held today for Labor Day, a WWII movie discussion is planned for Sept 6 at Salem Church Library, and a 9/11 remembrance ceremony is set for Sept 11 outside the public safety building—giving many ways for local families to take part. The Free Lance–Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Thomas Henderson was hit by a car while crossing Spotsylvania Road for his mail on Feb. 6, 2006 and survived a month-long coma and months of therapy—he later celebrated his 95th birthday with over 100 family and friends. The Free Lance–Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ VDOT reported a new traffic signal will activate Tuesday in flashing mode at Glendas Way and Briarwood Lane on Route 2 in Spotsylvania County to improve pedestrian safety after several fatal crashes—crews will also begin a $3.1-million paving project on Route 208 near Lawyers Road that will close one lane on weekdays and is expected to finish by November, weather permitting. The Free Lance–Star
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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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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.
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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.
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