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From Potomac Local News, Fredericksburg Patch and 4 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
Potomac Local News3 hours ago
Take Me Home Tuesday: Oak and Mira, on Potomac Local NewsTwo local shelter pets are waiting for homes this Take Me Home Tuesday.
Fredericksburg Patch3 hours ago
Spotsylvania Teacher Placed On Leave After Alcohol Found In Vehicle At Middle School, on Fredericksburg PatchA Battlefield Middle School teacher was placed on administrative leave after being charged with possessing alcohol on school property.
Potomac Local News4 hours ago
Smart Scale funding shortfall hits Virginia; Falmouth Bridge status uncertain amid maintenance shift, on Potomac Local NewsThe Fredericksburg Area Metropolitan Planning Organization heard Oct. 19 that a statewide Smart Scale and maintenance funding shortfall could reduce high-priority project and district grant funding by 62 percent, though a proposed mitigation strategy could limit the reduction to 26 percent.
Fredericksburg.com5 hours ago
Emma Brown slated to lead Hugh Mercer Elementary School, on Fredericksburg.comFredericksburg City Public Schools (FCPS) announced that longtime educator Emma Brown is slated to become the next principal of Hugh Mercer Elementary School, beginning Monday, November 30, 2026.
Also reported byPotomac Local News
Fredericksburg.com6 hours ago
FLS Varsity Athlete of the Week: FCS volleyball's Riley Thomas, on Fredericksburg.comThe libero/defensive specialist position for Fredericksburg Christian volleyball has become a family one in the Thomas household.
Fredericksburg.com6 hours ago
Spotsylvania County road, intersections project complete, on Fredericksburg.comA two-year work zone is officially gone at two Spotsylvania County intersections that were part of one project.The Virginia Department of Transportation announced on Monday that work is complete for
Fredericksburg.com7 hours ago
Fredericksburg's Finest Week 11 Football Performances, on Fredericksburg.comThe playoffs have officially arrived in the greater Fredericksburg area for the 2026 high school football season.
Fredericksburg.com15 hours ago
Wingeart, Sweet lead area runners at VHSL championships, on Fredericksburg.comMany Fredericksburg-area cross-country runners and several teams competed in this past Saturday's Virginia High School League state championships held on the Oatlands Historic House and Gardens course in Leesburg, with
Fredericksburg.com18 hours ago
Man accused of killing 2 while driving drunk in Stafford seeks bond, on Fredericksburg.comThomas, an active-duty Marine, is held without bond following a crash where he was speeding over 100 mph before rear-ending another vehicle on Interstate 95, resulting in two fatalities and
Fredericksburg Free Press18 hours ago
A 312-year-old Stradivarius made a secret stop in Fredericksburg, on Fredericksburg Free PressTimothy Chooi brought the famed “Dolphin” to James Monroe High School for a concert and a masterclass, and a window full of band kids heard it first.
Fredericksburg Patch19 hours ago
Fredericksburg Police Seek E-Bike Rider Suspected In Multiple Reckless Driving Incidents, on Fredericksburg PatchFredericksburg police seek the public's help identifying an E-bike rider suspected in reckless driving incidents who fled a traffic stop.
Fredericksburg Free Press22 hours ago
Toy Box Scramble rolls in for fifth year of supporting Toys for Tots, on Fredericksburg Free PressFredericksburg Roller Derby hosts annual charity game at the Field House Saturday.
Potomac Local NewsYesterday
Former Stafford supervisor’s plan for ‘historic adventure park’ hits a roadblock, on Potomac Local NewsFredericksburg Free Press reports that a former Stafford supervisor’s quest to create a new park in the county has hit a major snag.
Also reported byFredericksburg Free Press
Fredericksburg Free PressYesterday
On the Agenda, Nov. 9-13, on Fredericksburg Free PressYour weekly look at upcoming public meetings in the region.
Fredericksburg Free PressYesterday
Biz Beat Clips: FORT opens new location in Fredericksburg, on Fredericksburg Free PressThis week we take you to the new Fredericksburg location for FORT, a retail store specializing in imaginative play items for young children.
Fredericksburg Free PressYesterday
Area roadwork this week, on Fredericksburg Free PressFor updated information, check 511 Virginia.
WVTFYesterday
Highway marker to commemorate rock legend, on WVTFThe city of Fredericksburg is preparing to unveil a highway marker honoring a rock ‘n roll legend. You may not know his name, but he influenced many rock superstars as Sandy Hausman reports.
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Umw women's soccer ties cnu in c2c final, falls in pk, on Fredericksburg.comUMW women’s soccer outshot CNU but settled for a 1-1 draw in the C2C championship before falling 4-2 in a shootout and now awaits the NCAA selection show.
Culpeper Star-ExponentNov. 8
Pictures with Santa at the Fredericksburg Visitor Center, on Culpeper Star-ExponentMeet Santa at the Fredericksburg Visitor Center for $5 per family, enjoy a 5-minute photo session, cookies, hot cocoa, and coloring sheets during 2026 dates.
Fredericksburg Free PressNov. 8
WATCH: Special Olympics Virginia–it’s about the athletes, on Fredericksburg Free PressA conversation with Special Olympics Virginia President and CEO David Thomason in Richmond.
Fredericksburg Free PressNov. 8
Food Bank distribution this week, on Fredericksburg Free PressFind full details on the Food Bank Facebook events page or in the free FREDFOODVA app.
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Community listings for area activities, awards and more, on Fredericksburg.comCommunity updates, events and awards in the Fredericksburg region.
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Community calendar listing for the Fredericksburg area, on Fredericksburg.comCommunity events, self help groups and meetings in the Fredericksburg region.
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Pigs pigging out on donated pumpkins at Earth’s Echo Farm, on Fredericksburg.comEarth’s Echo Farm and Downtown Greens are teaming up for the third year to turn leftover Halloween pumpkins into healthy treats for pigs while keeping thousands of pounds of pumpkins
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Is Thornburg ready for looming Kalahari water park traffic?, on Fredericksburg.comTraffic impacts were a concern for residents who spoke up during public hearings when the Kalahari Resort & Conventions water park was going through the approval process four years ago.County
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
3 takeaways from Virginia Tech football's loss at SMU, on Fredericksburg.com“I don’t know if we were drinking the Kool-Aid, or some people say the rat poison, but we got humbled,” James Franklin said in a more somber tone than normal. “We got to come back in and get to work. That’s the coaches. That’s the players. We’ve got a lot of work to do.”
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Baze's potential life-threatening situation sees others come to his aid, on Fredericksburg.comThe situation surrounding St. Michael junior Will Baze on the field at Riverbend High School on Friday night turned into a serious one.
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Masquerade Ball brings Halloween fun, on Fredericksburg.comDozens of residents and staff at Bowling Green Health & Rehab celebrated Halloween early with a Masquerade Ball on Oct. 29. Residents and staff got into the Halloween spirit by
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Yard workout, on Fredericksburg.comRaking leaves can be hard on your heart; here are tips to consider this fall
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
MOVIES YOU'LL LOVE, on Fredericksburg.comJohn Wick: Chapter 3 — Parabellum (2019, Action) Keanu Reeves, Halle Berry AMC, 6 p.m.
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
No. 1 Rybakina pulls out of WTA Finals, on Fredericksburg.comTop-ranked Elena Rybakina has withdrawn from the WTA Finals, the Kazakh said on Saturday, citing concerns over her fitness.
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Commanders activating DT Newton, on Fredericksburg.comThe Washington Commanders will activate defensive tackle Jer'Zhan "Johnny" Newton from injured reserve this weekend, NFL Network reported on Saturday.
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Wizards drop NBA Cup game vs. Hawks, on Fredericksburg.comNickeil Alexander-Walker scored 28 points, Luguentz Dort added 20 of his 25 after halftime and the Atlanta Hawks defeated the visiting Washington Wizards 139132 on Friday night to spoil Trae Young's return.
Fredericksburg.comNov. 8
Briscoe claims pole for Cup title race, on Fredericksburg.comSPORTS IN BRIEF
In brief
The short notes of Daily Fredericksburg’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
RoadworkDriving I-95 this week? Single and double lane closures run Wednesday and Thursday, 9 p.m.
Driving I-95 this week? Single and double lane closures run Wednesday and Thursday, 9 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., between mile markers 145 and 142 near Exit 143 (Aquia/Garrisonville), for pavement markers and rumble strips, and southbound mobile soil-sample work closes single lanes between Exit 148 (Quantico) and Exit 133 (Falmouth/Warrenton).
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Fredericksburg Free Press
Toy driveFredericksburg Roller Derby hosts its fifth annual Toy Box Scramble Sat., Nov.
Fredericksburg Roller Derby hosts its fifth annual Toy Box Scramble Sat., Nov. 14, at the Fredericksburg Field House, 3411 Shannon Park Drive, with games at 2:30 and 5 p.m. Tickets are $15 online and $17 at the door, children under 10 are free, and organizers hope to collect more than 200 toys for Quantico Toys for Tots.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Fredericksburg Free Press
Link WrayA highway marker will commemorate Link Wray, who first played the instrumental "Rumble" at a sock hop in the old Fredericksburg Arena in 1957.
A highway marker will commemorate Link Wray, who first played the instrumental "Rumble" at a sock hop in the old Fredericksburg Arena in 1957. Chris Williams, at the University of Mary Washington's multi-cultural center, was convinced Wray deserved a monument.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WVTF
Stafford parkA former Stafford supervisor's plan for a park at the closed Cannon Ridge golf course has hit a snag.
A former Stafford supervisor's plan for a park at the closed Cannon Ridge golf course has hit a snag. Joe Brito, who represented the Hartwood District, asked the Board of Supervisors to declare the land a park in the county's Comprehensive Plan.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Potomac Local News
UMW soccerUMW women's soccer outshot CNU but settled for a 1-1 draw in the C2C championship, then fell 4-2 in a shootout.
UMW women's soccer outshot CNU but settled for a 1-1 draw in the C2C championship, then fell 4-2 in a shootout. The team now awaits the NCAA selection show.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Fredericksburg.com
FootballIf you're heading to Tuesday's Region 5D championship, Massaponax hosts Briar Woods at its stadium, with the listing showing 6 to 10 p.m.
If you're heading to Tuesday's Region 5D championship, Massaponax hosts Briar Woods at its stadium, with the listing showing 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $8, and the listing says no bags and no outside food or drinks.
News Notes · Monday’s editionSource: GoFan
UMW hoopsNo. 1 UMW beat Scranton 82-65 on the road to improve to 2-0.
No. 1 UMW beat Scranton 82-65 on the road to improve to 2-0. All-America guard Kye Robinson scored 27 points.
News Notes · Monday’s editionSource: Fredericksburg.com
ThornburgTraffic was a concern for residents who spoke up during public hearings on the Kalahari Resort & Conventions water park four years ago.
Traffic was a concern for residents who spoke up during public hearings on the Kalahari Resort & Conventions water park four years ago. Fredericksburg.com now asks whether Thornburg is ready for the traffic.
News Notes · Monday’s editionSource: Fredericksburg.com
Stafford roadsIf you drive, walk or bike in Stafford, the county is asking for your thoughts on road safety, traffic congestion, sidewalks, bike paths and trails.
If you drive, walk or bike in Stafford, the county is asking for your thoughts on road safety, traffic congestion, sidewalks, bike paths and trails. It's updating its Transportation Master Plan.
News Notes · Monday’s editionSource: Fredericksburg.com
Coat driveMountain View Fire & Safety Association is partnering again with Stafford County Fire and Rescue, Stafford County Schools and Operation Warm for the coat drive's 17th year.
Mountain View Fire & Safety Association is partnering again with Stafford County Fire and Rescue, Stafford County Schools and Operation Warm for the coat drive's 17th year. The goal is that no child in Stafford County faces frigid temperatures without a warm coat.
News Notes · Monday’s editionSource: Fredericksburg.com