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Help Take Care of Our Parks
The City of Fredericksburg’s open spaces are some of the key features of this amazing community. Since the beginning of June, thousands of people have enjoyed access to the City’s parks, trails, playgrounds, athletic fields, and other amenities for many different forms of recreation.
Council Celebrates C.T.E. Collaboration of GCC and Oberle Academy
Tuesday night, the City Council’s Work Session began with a visit to Oberle Academy. The Academy serves special need students from the region and works with 22 area businesses for job placement. The Academy boasts a 98% graduation rate and believes in the power and potential of all students.
FAM promotes Dr. Gaila Sims to Vice President of Programs and Interpretation
Dr. Gaila Sims was recently promoted to Vice President of Programs and Interpretation for the Fredericksburg Area Museum (FAM). She was hired by FAM, to fill a position created in 2022, Curator of African American History. This position is co-funded by the City of Fredericksburg. She is still doing this important work in addition to her new responsibilities at the Museum.
Fredericksburg EDA Launches New Small Business Disaster Grant Program
At a special meeting on Monday, December 9, 2024 the Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority (EDA) voted to create the Small Business Disaster Grant Program.
Fredericksburg Is Showing Up on the International Tourism Market
Can you guess which countries visitors show up in our Visitor Center here in Fredericksburg?
Virginia Business 100 People to Meet in 2025 includes Josh Summits, City’s EDT Director
The sixth annual list of 100 Virginians you’ll want to meet in the new year was published in the December 2024 issue of Virginia Business.
Our very own, Josh Summits, Economic Development & Tourism Director was listed in the “Rainmaker” category.
The Fredericksburg Civil Rights Trail appears in a German Travel Publication
An article called “60 Years of the Civil Rights Act on the Trail of the American Civil Rights Movement in the Capital Region USA” appeared in the June edition of Unterwegs magazine, a German travel publication that reaches 81,000 subscribers.
Fredericksburg City Council Acknowledges Continued Support for Study of Data Center Development
On Tuesday, November 12th, Fredericksburg City Council unanimously passed a resolution affirming their continued support for the potential development of data centers in the City of Fredericksburg, outlining goals for pursuing data center development while balancing protection of our natural resources.
FXBG Statistics for Third Quarter
We are pleased to share with you these quarterly statistical reports showing key metrics on how the City of Fredericksburg’s economy is performing.
Discover History & Adventure: Team-Building Activities in Fredericksburg
When planning a corporate retreat or meeting, team building is often at the top of the agenda. While virtual and hybrid formats have changed how we conduct many of our meetings, the need for team cohesion, cooperation, and relationship building remains critical.
River Rock Outfitter announces exciting expansion news in Fredericksburg
This month, River Rock Outfitter celebrates its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of passion, growth, and community service in Fredericksburg. Since opening its doors, River Rock Outfitter has been a beloved local business dedicated to outdoor education, river safety, and community involvement, receiving both local and national recognition for its work. Now, with a thriving customer base and strong community support, the outfitter is thrilled to announce exciting expansion plans designed to elevate its impact and offerings.
Fredericksburg EDA makes small-business loan to DuoGlo Esthetics
The latest recipient of an InvestFXBG loan from the Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority (EDA) is DuoGlo Esthetics, a small woman-owned business in Westwood Village shopping center.