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BEHIND THE STORY: Eagle Basketball Culture Soars Beyond the Court
Coach Marcus Kahn discusses what binds his basketball team, and how that culture is affecting the campus and community beyond the court. Oh ... and…
DMV Scam Returns to the Region
Scam text messages claim drivers have unpaid fines and face losing their license.
Advance Thursday Evening News
This evening, the Fredericksburg City Manager presents his recommended budget, new study of Black women sponsored by the American Cancer Society seeks…
The Fredericksburg SPCA Has Made the Snuggly 16 Round of March Muttness
Donations through Saturday will help them advance to the next level.
Advance Thursday Morning News
It's Thursday, March 12, 2026. Today, teacher-bashing is back in Spotsylvania, and a re-run of last week's History Thursday piece, updated with new…
ANALYSIS: In Spotsylvania, Teacher Bashing Is Back
Blaming teachers is never the answer; doing so reveals a profound lack of understanding about the work they are engaged in.
Advance Wednesday Evening News
This evening, the Fredericksburg City Manager presents his recommended budget, and a new study of Black women sponsored by the American Cancer Society…
Central Commonwealth Black Caucus Encourages Black Women to Enroll in Cancer Study
The VOICES of Black Women study seeks to understand challenges and improve outcomes for this population.
 • Adele Uphaus
Recommended Fredericksburg City Budget Includes 4-Cent Real Estate Tax Increase
City Manager Tim Baroody presented his recommended budget for fiscal year 2027 during Tuesday's City Council meeting.
 • Adele Uphaus
Advance Wednesday Morning News
It's Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Today, the 2026 General Assembly session wraps up Saturday--what bills from local legislators are still alive? Plus…
DONNIE JOHNSTON: Thank Goodness We are Back in Daylight Savings Time
Sunset is later, and potatoes and beets are in the ground, but consistently warm days are still a ways away.
What Bills from Local Legislators are Still Moving Forward?
The 2026 General Assembly session ends Saturday. Here are the bills from Fredericksburg-area representatives that are likely heading to Gov. Abigail…
 • Adele Uphaus
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