The University of Mary Washington and the City of Fredericksburg on Wednesday unveiled a historical marker commemorating Fredericksburg as the first stop of the Freedom Rides on May 4, 1961.
Marker for Freedom Rides unveiled at ceremony
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Fredericksburg recognized as runner-friendly community
The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) recently announced that Fredericksburg’s status as a “Runner Friendly Community” has been extended for another five years.
Fredericksburg one of fastest-growing Virginia localities
The City of Fredericksburg was one of the fastest-growing localities in Virginia over the past decade, according to a recent analysis.
Fredericksburg named one of top small towns in Mid-Atlantic
Fredericksburg was among towns including Boone, N.C.; Rehobeth Beach, Del.; and Harpers Ferry, W.Va. listed on Recreation News’ Top 10 Small Towns in the Mid-Atlantic.
Caroline Street featured on Virginia tourism blog
“The holidays are absolutely magic on Caroline Street in Fredericksburg.” Thus begins a recent post about downtown Fredericksburg on the Virginia Tourism Corporation’s blog.
Fredericksburg tops in Virginia, second in U.S. for seniors
Fredericksburg, Va., is one of the very best places in the country for seniors to live, according to a recent survey by a website devoted to senior living.
City removes Slave Auction Block
The City of Fredericksburg removed the slave auction block on Friday, June 5, 2020.
Fredericksburg named one of South’s best towns
Southern Living magazine has named Fredericksburg as one of the best small towns in the South.
Fredericksburg ranked first in Virginia for quality of life
Fredericksburg residents already knew that our city has a high quality of life. A new study published this week by personal finance website WalletHub confirmed it.