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Tuesday, October 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Fredericksburg. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fredericksburg Main Street is planning the upcoming A Downtown Affair event and organizers are finalizing details to boost downtown activity—more information will be shared as the event nears. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ RAAI’s Fall Plant Sale is underway at 750 Kings Highway—open weekdays from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to noon—and proceeds will fund year-round job training and community engagement programs for adults with disabilities. Fredericksburg Free Press
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GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spanberger answered all policy questions from local media while Earle-Sears stayed silent on key issues as the governor race continues—leaving voters unsure of her plans. Spanberger provided detailed policy ideas on matters such as education and transportation, whereas Earle-Sears' online profile offers only vague remarks. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ The Free Press hosted local candidate forums in Spotsylvania, Stafford, King George and Fredericksburg during early voting in September to help voters learn about local races. Organizers worked with volunteer groups and plan to improve streaming and expand civic events—offering more ways for citizens to engage with candidates. Fredericksburg Free Press
- ➤ Micah Ecumenical Ministries is sponsoring a Compassion Conversation at Fredericksburg United Methodist Church where City Council candidates will discuss housing, poverty + community care on Wednesday. The Free Lance–Star
- ➤ A Fredericksburg study recommends converting downtown one-way streets and adding bike lanes and safety upgrades. The report outlines five key takeaways and city officials will review the proposals for potential street changes. The Free Lance–Star
- ➤ Councilman Jon Gerlach said no Fredericksburg candidate took funds from data center companies—donations from attorney Charlie Payne were personal and not linked to any data center firm. He warned that unauthorized campaign signs spread misinformation and urged voters to focus on each candidate's record as early voting continues. Potomac Local News
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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