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FXBG Parks & Rec wins five awards
The City of Fredericksburg’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Events was recognized in five areas of excellence at a statewide awards ceremony last week. Over 400 delegates, exhibitors, speakers, and volunteers from around the state gathered at the 70th-annual Conference of the Virginia Recreation and Park Society in Williamsburg.
Building a memorial on the Auction Block Site
Dr. Gaila Sims, Curator of African American History and Special Projects at the Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM), has presented a proposed plan to City Council for the former site of the Auction Block at the corner of William and Charles streets.
Hughes, Crossfield added to Fredericksburg EDA
Local residents Kevin Hughes and Anita Crossfield have been added to the Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority (EDA) board.
Highway marker unveiled honoring John Washington
A new historic highway marker honoring John Washington was unveiled Wednesday in front of the building where he used to live in downtown Fredericksburg.
Council adopts FXBG economic development plan
Fredericksburg City Council on Tuesday unanimously adopted a strategic plan that will guide the City’s economic development efforts for the next five years.
Obsidian Solutions Group CEO receives SBA award
The co-founder of a Fredericksburg-based government contracting firm, Tyrone Logan, has been named Virginia’s “Small Business Person of the Year.”
Allman’s BBQ listed as one of the Top Five Best BBQ Restaurants in Virginia
Allman’s BBQ is a staple of Fredericksburg, and is known for delicious, Virginia-style bar-b-que.
Always Flavored wins two awards at 2023 Scovie Awards
Always Flavored specializes in gourmet creations, including sandwiches and award-winning sauces.
Two FXBG restaurant ideas for ‘mouthwatering cheap eats’
Two Fredericksburg restaurants are on a list of “50 Mouthwatering Cheap Eats Around Northern Virginia.”
Rebellion named one of top whisky bars
A downtown Fredericksburg establishment has been named one of the top whisky bars in the U.S.
Fredericksburg named one of most-festive Christmas towns
Fredericksburg has been named one of the best places in Virginia to visit during the Christmas season.
City of FXBG maintains solid bond ratings
The City intends to borrow roughly $75 million to fund a new middle school, storm water and sanitary sewer infrastructure upgrades, and to advance work on a new fire station.