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Ryan Walters announces Bible directive for Oklahoma public schools

The state superintendent cited a statute directing the Oklahoma State Board of Education to adopt academic standards that include the study of important historical documents. #oklaed

Woman accused of chasing ex in Stafford parking lot while firing shots

An Alexandria woman has been charged following a series of incidents early Sunday that police said included chasing a former boyfriend around a hotel parking lot while firing multiple shots.

Stafford launches search for new school superintendent

School Board hires search firm, will seek input from the community this summer.

Fredericksburg area gets ready to light up for Fourth of July

Places in the area where families can watch fireworks and celebrate the Fourth with the community.

City approves Mary Washington Hospital expansion

After changes to development plan and proffers, City Council unanimously says yes to project to expand campus.

Md. man dies in fatal single-vehicle crash Saturday in Caroline County

Sgt. Jessica Shehan of the Virginia State Police said the crash occurred at 9:46 p.m. on northbound Interstate 95, about three miles south of Mudd Tavern Road.

Fredericksburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 27

Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.

Spotsylvania driver who caused head-on collision while drunk sentenced

    A Spotsylvania man who injured three people in Stafford while fleeing from police last year was sentenced Tuesday.

    Spotsylvania man convicted of first-degree murder in 2023 slaying at Stafford townhouse complex

      A man who killed his marijuana dealer last year for reasons that remain unclear was convicted of first-degree murder Wednesday in Stafford Circuit Court.

      Health district offers testing Thursday, National HIV Testing Day

        Fredericksburg Health Department will do screenings for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.

        Extremely drunk woman arrested after chasing woman around a parking lot with a knife, police say

          The victim said the suspect was waiting when she and a friend returned to Stafford from an outing in Fredericksburg.

          Fredericksburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 26

            Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.

            Trial underway for man charged in broad daylight slaying last year at Stafford townhouse complex

              James Allan Wright Jr., 43, of Spotsylvania is on trial this week on charges of first-degree murder and using a firearm in the commission of a felony.

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              New superintendent of Spotsylvania County Public Schools named

              The Spotsylvania County School Board announced Clint M. Mitchell as the new superintendent of Spotsylvania County Public Schools.

              Victims identified in two recent fatal crashes in Caroline, including one involving a pedestrian

              The victim in a single-vehicle fatality last week in Caroline County has been identified as a 22-year-old Spotsylvania man.

              Volunteers preparing for next month's Dressing Days

              Annual event will provide a new outfit, undergarments, toiletries and school supplies to about 1,200 local children.

              Retro Reads: Pushing the limits after war, pandemic

              Stafford facilities earn national recognition

              Stafford's two wastewater treatment facilities, Aquia and Little Falls Run, recognized for peak performance.

              Fredericksburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 25

              Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.

              Man convicted of sexually assaulting a Stafford teen in 2017 ordered to serve nearly 2 years

              A man who joined in while his friend was having consensual sex with a Stafford teenager nearly seven years ago was ordered Friday to serve just under two years in prison.

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              Man who made and sold p*rnographic videos featuring Stafford teenager gets 10 years in prison

              Kristopher Kevin Cross, 31, of Spotsylvania, was previously convicted in Stafford Circuit Court of two counts of enticing a minor to perform in child p*rnography.

              Lake Anna diver makes 'epic' find, a wedding band lost five years earlier

              Diver Neil Rudsam was "shaking underwater" when he made the discovery.

              Fredericksburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 24

              Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.

              Work starting on Route 3 bridge replacement

              The Virginia Department of Transportation will be taking the initial steps to tear down a small bridge on State Route 3 that crossesLick Run and replace it with a new one. The bridge, built in 1932, has been scheduled for replacement.

              Photos: Storm destroys Wisconsin church

              Storms swept through southern Wisconsin on Saturday. Argyle Lutheran Church was destroyed, and the congregation is meeting there Sunday to pray and talk.

              Sen. Warner meets with Stafford leaders to hear concerns

              U.S. Sen. Mark Warner was in Stafford County on Friday to hear comments and questions from community leaders, and present over $10 million of previously announced federal funding.

              After running from his family ties for 40 years, Antwaun Gay of Fredericksburg is sharing his story.

              Fredericksburg neighbors: Obituaries for June 23

              Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.

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