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Fredericksburg
Friday, September 26th, 2025
Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The George Washington Foundation will host a Block Party at Kenmore this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the historic estate—featuring family activities, music, and hands-on history experiences with $5 admission for adults and free entry for children 17 and under. Fredericksburg Free Press
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ARTfactory's annual Factory of Fear event now includes the opening of What the Walls Remember— a juried art exhibition at Caton Merchant Gallery displaying over 80 artworks by 60 DMV artists. Image Church will host the 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat on October 26 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with trick or treating, games, a raffle, a photo booth and free food. Potomac Local News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Virginia Board of Education voted on Thursday to raise minimum passing scores for math and reading SOL tests—new thresholds that will be phased in over several years and exempt current seniors. The board will vote on the plan's implementation on Oct 24 to align scores with updated proficiency standards. Fredericksburg Free Press
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City was awarded a Commonwealth Technology Award on Tuesday, September 16 for its Tree Management Initiative that used innovative technology to track and maintain Fredericksburg’s urban trees—demonstrating its commitment to environmental stewardship. City of Fredericksburg
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two candidates—Joy Crump, a well-known chef and community activist, and Anne Little, a longtime community leader—are running for the Ward 2 seat on the Fredericksburg City Council as Councilman Jon Gerlach will step down at the end of the year to spend more time with his grandchildren and pursue other interests. They detailed their plans for balancing growth with preservation and increasing community engagement in recent election questionnaires. The Free Lance–Star
- ➤ Fredericksburg City Council considered a $5.6M draft plan that could convert downtown one way streets to two ways traffic — the proposal was presented yesterday at 11:00 a.m. and may change local traffic flow. Potomac Local News
- ➤ The City of Fredericksburg is seeking residents to join boards and commissions such as the Architectural Review Board, Memorials Advisory Commission, Board of Building Code Appeals, and Board of Zoning Appeals. Many roles require city residency—candidates must have experience in areas like historic preservation, science, law, business, or education—so interested residents should review the details. City of Fredericksburg
- ➤ After Hurricane Helene damaged the Virginia Creeper Trail a year ago, half of the 34-mile route reopened and the Forest Service set a one-year schedule to repair the remaining section, which will be done by September 2026—local officials expect the work to boost safe use of the trail in Damascus. Officials plan to start the repair soon and are working with contractors to restore trestles and clear debris. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ At a Tuesday meeting with the Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors and planning commission, REC CEO John Hewa said a single data center could need as much power as serving REC’s 183,000 customers on a cold January morning—raising concerns over meeting rising energy demands. He added that REC has received 20,000 megawatts of load requests that could strain its current infrastructure. Fredericksburg Free Press
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5K Friends of the Poor Walk
10 AM — John Lee Pratt Park — $50 — Bring your friends and family to walk for a good cause while supporting the Society of St. Vincent De Paul.
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Morton's Wheels for Warriors Car, Truck, & Bike Show
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Morton's Power Equipment — All proceeds benefit Leashes Of Valor — Celebrate a day of community and vehicles for a noble cause.
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Movie on the Lawn: Raiders of the Lost Ark
7-9 p.m. — Historic Kenmore — $10 adults, $5 ages 6-17, free for ages 5 & under — Experience the classic adventure of Indiana Jones on the lawn with your family.
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2025 Power of Pink Breast Cancer Walk
8:30-10:30 a.m. — John F. Fick III Conference Center — Proceeds support local health initiatives — Walk for a cause and help raise awareness for breast cancer.
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Soul Line Dancing with Regina
7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of lively soul line dancing in a vibrant community setting.
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