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Educator honored with Riverfront Park sculpture
Wonderful story about the new statue in Riverfront Park honoring Linda Pisenti.
Northern Virginia magazine features Fahrenheit 132
Acclaimed downtown Fredericksburg restaurant Fahrenheit 132 is featured in a recent edition of Northern Virginia magazine.
Marker for Freedom Rides unveiled at ceremony
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.
Aspetto announces new aviation service
Fredericksburg-based Aspetto has been awarded a GSA contract to provide a new air-charter service for federal government agencies called Aspetto Aviation.
FredNats featured in Ballpark Guide
MLB.com has a great overview of our new FredNats Ballpark.
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.
La Petite Auberge celebrating 40th anniversary
For the past 40 years, La Petite Auberge has been a well-loved gathering place for authentic French cuisine.
Virginia Living announces Made in Virginia Awards
Fredericksburg businesses make some amazing products, and we want to be sure our businesses get the credit they deserve in Virginia Living’s 10th-annual Made in Virginia Awards.
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.
La Petite Auberge celebrating 40 years
Downtown Fredericksburg staple La Petite Auberge is turning 40.
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.