Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Grafton Village Elementary School Principal Michael Sidebotham was named to the National Assessment Governing Board—tasked with shaping the Nation’s Report Card—the Stafford County school system said.

He was honored by the Virginia Department of Education for his leadership and will use his expertise in assessment to guide national test standards.

A Fredericksburg traffic study recommends converting one-way streets to two-way travel + adding bike lanes and safety upgrades downtown.

City planners will review the proposal as they plan future roadway changes.

High school football teams won district games Friday—Caroline’s Cavaliers beat James Monroe 42 to 7 in a homecoming game where quarterback Blake Morris ran hard and the defense forced key turnovers, and teams from Colonial Forge, Courtland, Massaponax, North Stafford and Spotsylvania also posted big wins. Several schools will host new district contests next Friday as they build on their strong seasons.

Caroline beat James Monroe 42—7 on October 3, with quarterback Blake Morris leading a strong drive and a steady defense.

The win marked a promising start to the Cavaliers' season.

Eric Bach, the FredNats play-by-play announcer, received a call from Washington Nationals broadcasting director Wendy Bailey in mid-September and filled in for three home games against the Atlanta Braves, including a doubleheader on Sept.

16th and a game on Sept. 17th. He prepared by shadowing veteran broadcasters and reviewing stats while overcoming a weak cell signal—his experience showed he was ready for the Major League stage.

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.

Harmonic Flow Music & Arts Festival

1-4 p.m. — Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg — Free entry — Celebrate the arts while meeting rescue dogs looking for their forever homes.

FXBG Girlfriend Getaway Weekend Kickoff

4-6 p.m. — Fredericksburg Visitor Center — Free entry — Start your weekend with a glamorous check-in party featuring exclusive deals, local businesses, and festive refreshments.

VCW Pro Wrestling Spectacle

7:30-10 p.m. — Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg — Tickets required — Experience an action-packed night of pro wrestling with drinks and rowdy friends.

Soul Line Dancing with Regina

7-10 p.m. — Jay's Downtown Sports Lounge — Free entry — Experience the rhythm of soul line dancing in a lively atmosphere every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month.

2nd Annual FXBG VegFest

12-5 p.m. — Strangeways Brewing Fredericksburg — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a plant-powered celebration with delicious vegan eats, inspiring talks, and delightful vendors.

Woofle Breakfast

10 a.m. — Dog Krazy, Inc. — Cost varies — Savor delicious woofles and sausages to kickstart your Sunday morning.

Keller Williams Performance

7-11 p.m. — Fredericksburg Fairgrounds — 21+ wristband required for alcohol purchase — Enjoy live music and food from a food truck while supporting the SPCA of Fredericksburg.

Possum Yoga Class

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Possum-bilities — $28 — Enjoy a beginner-friendly yoga class followed by puppy cuddles.