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Fredericksburg Free Press Fredericksburg Free Press took over operations of Fredericksburg Today on February 19, 2024.

Fredericksburg Free Press is a Virginia nonstock (not-for-profit), 501(c)(3) corporation established for the purpose of educating and informing the citizens of the Fredericksburg Region through an independent, nonpartisan, digital newsroom Fredericksburg Free Press is a Virginia nonstock (not-for-profit), 501(c)(3) corporation established for the purpose of educating and informing the citizens of the Fredericksburg Region through an independent, nonpartisan, digital news service. Fredericksburg Free Press was founded on the principle that local, independent journalism builds social cohesion, encourages community participation in the political process, improves the efficiency and decision-making of local government, and promotes economic development, the arts, and social welfare in the community it serves. Fredericksburg Free Press publishes the stories of our community objectively and with integrity, without any obligation to our sources of funding or any other special interests. We commit to earning the time and trust of the Community by providing useful and informative news, insights, and perspectives you won’t find anywhere else, always aiming to spur interest and action in the Fredericksburg Region.

09/17/2026

Commission also voted 4-2 to determine that the project is in accordance with the county's comprehensive plan.

09/17/2026

On-time graduation rates continue to rise, while chronic absenteeism sees decreases.

09/17/2026

Virginia voters will have three proposed constitutional amendments on their ballots this election season. We break down all three questions, as well ad additional referendums for Stafford and Spotsylvania, so you can understand what you’ll see on your ballot before you vote. Early voting starts TOMORROW, Sept. 18. Election Day is Nov. 3. Save this post, share it with a Virginia voter and take a few minutes to learn about the questions before casting your ballot.

09/17/2026

Bill's guest this week is... Bill? The tables have turned! Listen to Bill Freehling talk about his career with Atlantic Builders' founder Adam Fried. Find it wherever you get your podcasts

09/17/2026

Events are intended to increase civic engagement across region.

09/17/2026

David Caprara talks about the devastating flooding in Nepal and its impact on communities there.

09/17/2026

A proposal to institute the levy failed on a 5-2 vote from the Board of Supervisors.

09/16/2026

Board also received opening school year report on enrollment and staffing.

09/16/2026

Also inside: Breakfast and lunch restaurant planned in downtown Fredericksburg, YMCA planning more renovation work, nearly 1 million-square-foot lease signed in Stafford

09/16/2026

The LION Sustainability Awards recognize excellence by local independent online news businesses in award categories focused on LION's pillars of sustainability — journalistic impact, financial health, and operational resilience.

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