Fredericksburg Business News and Events

Fredericksburg, VA has a thriving business climate and community. Stay up-to-date on the latest news and events that make the City of Fredericksburg an exiting place to live, work and own a business.

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City’s Bond Rating Upgraded Ahead of Bond Issuance

City’s Bond Rating Upgraded Ahead of Bond Issuance

As announced during the Tuesday, October 8, 2024 City Council meeting Moody’s Ratings upgraded the City’s General Obligation bond rating from an Aa2 to Aa1, just one notch behind the Moody’s rating of Aaa and first in more than a decade.

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UMW Alumni-Owned Businesses Open on Caroline Street

UMW Alumni-Owned Businesses Open on Caroline Street

Over the last two weeks, Caroline street has been filled with the excitement of a new season – and it is not just autumn! A season of new opportunities has begun as two brand new businesses, owned and operated by UMW alumni, have opened their doors downtown.

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Can you Help by 5pm TODAY?

Can you Help by 5pm TODAY?

Our local community businesses are being amazingly generous and reaching out with help for those devastated by Hurricane Helene. Thankfully, there are many examples of this, in the region.  A business that frequently sees a need and rushes to help is Ristorante Renato. 

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Scarecrow Fest returns to Fredericksburg

Scarecrow Fest returns to Fredericksburg

Explore historic downtown Fredericksburg and discover businesses’ scarecrow displays in their store windows. This year businesses have the option to decorate and display a scarecrow from four different categories: best business theme, funniest, historic, and spookiest.

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