Good morning, Fredericksburg.

Officials will dedicate a new memorial honoring Spotsylvania students on Saturday at 2 p.m. in front of the School Board building at River Run (across from Massaponax High School).

The donation-funded park features ten benches (no taxpayer funds were used) to help families remember their loved ones.

Allen and Allen is accepting nominations for its Hometown Hero program until Friday at midnight—nominees should be everyday people who make a positive difference in their communities.

In September, local housing prices fell to a median of $462,500 as inventory grew to 1,333 listings and 60 homes sold—including a $1.25 million sale near the University of Mary Washington—while recent business news shows Boot Barn opening at Central Park and plans for a downtown Kilwins ice cream shop were revealed. These trends highlight ongoing shifts in the regional market and local retail scene.

City officials announced a state grant was given to city schools to study a possible rehabilitation of the historic Walker-Grant School built in 1935 to honor its legacy of learning.

The University of Mary Washington has named its new School of Science after 1959 alumna Irene Piscopo Rodgers, honoring her record donations that exceeded $45 million.

Housed in the Jepson Science Center, the school brings together biological sciences, chemistry and physics, and earth and environmental sciences — providing a shared space for undergraduate research and innovation.

The University of Mary Washington will host two open house events this fall—one on October 18 featuring its Honors Program and another on November 8 showcasing STEM and STEAM opportunities for prospective students.

Mary Washington Healthcare and the University of Mary Washington officials discussed a plan for a new medical school—set to be the first in Northern Virginia—that will train community physicians to ease a severe local shortage of doctors.

A favorable feasibility study and plans for state funding, curriculum building, and faculty hiring will guide the project over the next 12 to 18 months.

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.

November 2025 ACES Luncheon featuring Amazon

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Virginia Credit Union Stadium — Open to the public — Engage with industry experts and learn how Amazon data centers are benefitting local communities.

FredNats Salute to Veterans 5K and Bravo Mile

All day — Virginia Credit Union Stadium — Registration required — Celebrate and honor veterans with a fun run event supporting the local community.

The Big Show!

7-10 p.m. — REIGN the Venue — Free entry — Experience live performances from the hottest local artists in Fredericksburg's music scene.