Stafford County Public Schools plans to introduce new courses aimed squarely at Northern Virginia’s growing data center economy while phasing out some traditional trade pathways as part of its proposed 2026–27 Program of Studies.

In the heart of Fredericksburg, where history meets hospitality, Maria and Will Negron have been serving up more than just delicious food—they've been dishing out life lessons, love stories, and authentic connections for nearly three decades.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Rappahannock region chapter, which has served Fredericksburg and its neighboring counties of Stafford, Caroline, King George, and Spotsylvania for over forty years, is making positive strides in youth mental health outreach by creating safe spaces and innovative platforms for individuals to thrive.

There are still plenty of pumpkins left, so if you haven’t made it to a local patch or farm yet, here are some suggestions. Bring your family, your friends and your neighbor!

A new branch of Books‑A‑Million is set to open at the former Party City site within the Stafford Marketplace shopping center along Garrisonville Road. The 13,000-square-foot space marks the first major bookstore in Stafford County since the closure of the former chain store in the same location. The retailer is currently moving through permit approvals for interior alterations and signage.

For over a decade, Ascent Audiology & Hearing has been Fredericksburg's premier destination for comprehensive hearing healthcare. Founded by Dr. Paul Kuster in 2011, what began as a small clinic has evolved into a state-of-the-art practice serving thousands of patients with cutting-edge technology and personalized care.

When Cheryl Lane was diagnosed with cancer in 2020, it became a turning point that would eventually lead her to create something extraordinary for the Fredericksburg community. Since then, she has "spent a lot of time making sure I am doing things I am passionate about and that I love." That passion materialized into Luminary Theatre Company, a professional theatre organization she founded last September after conceiving the idea in March 2024.