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License plates, keys reported missing in two incidents. Read more details in today's City Blotter.

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License plates, keys reported missing in two incidents. Read more details in today's City Blotter.

Mark Bareford, wounded in the USS Stark Incident, and a beloved science teacher at Walker Grant, dies after sustaining injuries in a motorcycle wreck.
University of Mary Washington named among nation's 376 best colleges.
A woman woke up to discover her neighbor standing over her as she slept, leading to burglary and attempted rape charges.
City workers to begin major clean-up initiative today to improve downtown areas in time for the Christmas season.
Spotsylvania Republicans give their blessing to three campaigns.
Fried food, fun and games attract thousands to fair on opening night.
The first full day of the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair is jam packed with happenings for the whole family to enjoy.
Hot heat proves uncomfortable for humans enjoying the fair, life threatening for hundreds of show chickens.
Historic slice of summer life returns for 273rd year.
Woman driving white Crown Vic hits two parked cars. More details in todays City Blotter
Expect high temperatures today as the heat index break 105.
The University of Mary Washington was honored as a "Best Buy" in the D.C. area by the Fiske College Guide.
Church officials say discrimination lawsuit could be settled if new permit approved.
Read more details in today's City Blotter.
Sheriff's Office searching for man who police say planned and carried out a burglary with two juveniles.
Spotsylvania sheriff candidate says he should have researched the legality of two fundraisers before proceeding.
Read more details in today's City Blotter.
Motorcycle strikes minivan on Jefferson Davis Highway, shutting down northbound traffic for almost an hour.