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Copper Stolen From City Hotel
A copper thief has struck again in Fredericksburg. Check out the details in today's City Blotter.

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A copper thief has struck again in Fredericksburg. Check out the details in today's City Blotter.

A Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office detective has complained to federal authorities about violations against campaigning in uniform. It's not the first time that supporters of different Sheriff candidates have pursued similar complaints.
A Stafford County resident scared off an attempted robber yesterday on Plank Road. Read more details in today's City Blotter.
Karl Rove, former advisor to President George W. Bush, said that the next presidential election will hinge on President Obama's handling of the economy and healthcare reform.
Loose change, two cell phone chargers stolen from car in the city. Read more details in today's city blotter.
Students from the UMW chapter of Virginia Organizing plan on protesting Karl Rove's appearance on campus.
The Fredericksburg City Council gave preliminary approval to a redistricting plan last night.
The city council likely will vote on one of two proposed redistricting options which would change the local political boundaries and create new voter precincts.
A woman's purse was snatched literally from under her at Hard Times Cafe yesterday, but the suspects didn't get too far.
Beauty shop burglary one of several larcenies reported in Fredericksburg overnight. Read more details in today's City Blotter.
Last months notorious earthquake dealt thousands of dollars in damages to at least 11 different city buildings.
Monday night football returns the Fredericksburg as James Monroe opens conference play at home.
A red Toyota Corolla was stolen from outside a city home over the weekend. Read more details in today's City Blotter.
Program allows Lafayette parents to visit school with their kids, Walker Grant releases school supply list and sports schedules
Volleyball, field hockey and women's soccer victorious in action yesterday.
The rains held off for much of Saturday, leaving the Via Colori Festival free to begin without a hitch.
Humid air will bring dense fog to the region until mid morning.
Wet weather threatens to derail some local activities planned for Saturday. Details inside.
James Monroe High School set to host college recruiters, military testing soon. Read more news from around the Fredericksburg Public School System in this edition of School Notes.