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A suspected car thief learned “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” as his escape path was impeded by a wall of thorns early Sunday. At 12:54 a.m. today Deputy R.T. Philippsen observed a stolen Toyota RAV4 exit Garrison Woods subdivision. The driver stopped at a nearby residence on Aquia Avenue and Deputies S.C. Jett and E.T. Osborn moved into position for a high-risk encounter.

Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce receives grant from GO Virginia. From the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce:. The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce has been awarded $230,000 in grant funding from GO Virginia. The funds will be used to build upon the Chamber’s workforce development programming, Workforce NOW. In partnership with businesses, schools, both secondary and post-secondary, the funding will focus on planning and implementation of Intern Expo’s, hosting workforce and intern workshops, and supporting workforce volunteers and Chamber staff in their efforts within the workforce development arena. The funding will be matched with in-kind and cash contributions from local partners and the FXBG Chamber.

Two Stafford men got into a bit of a pickle after the larceny of a vehicle. Lucky for them, Rappahannock Regional Jail serves three meals a day. On March 16th at approximately 2:02 p.m. deputies were in the area of Burger King, located at 269 Garrisonville Road, but not for a late lunch. They observed a vehicle that was reported stolen on March 11th from the Staffordboro Commuter Lot currently in the shopping center. When First Sergeant J.D. Floirendo arrived, the stolen vehicle was unoccupied and parked in front of the Tobacco Hut, located at 253 Garrisonville Road. Deputies decided to surveil the vehicle until the driver returned.

CLEMENTS, Md – On Sunday March 19, 2023 at approximately 3:35 a.m., first responders were called to a scene in the area of Colton Point Rd in Clements for reports that a single vehicle had gone off the roadway. Upon arrival, crews discovered there was only one occupant involved.

VDOT says a combined safety and resurfacing project on Kellogg Mill Road in Stafford County will begin this week to slightly widen shoulders and deliver a smoother travel surface. Starting Monday, March 20, motorists can expect mobile lane closures and one-way, alternating traffic. Work will occur between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday.

The King and Queen Central High School baseball team will have a game with Colonial Beach High School on March 20, 2023, 16:00:00 CST. #sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 img{margin:0}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 div{margin:0}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 p{margin:24px 0;font-style:normal;font-weight:400;font-size:16px;line-height:26px;letter-spacing:-.24px;color:#333}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .icon{background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center;background-size:100% 100%}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .item:last-child{border-bottom:none}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .item{padding-bottom:32px;border-bottom:1px solid #f9f9f9}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .contest-card{padding:24px;border:1px solid #f2f2f2;border-radius:8px}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .contest-card .teams{display:flex;margin-bottom:26px}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .contest-card .teams .team{display:flex;flex-direction:column;flex:1;justify-content:flex-start;align-items:center}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .contest-card .teams .vs{width:40px;height:97px}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .contest-card .teams .team .logo{width:120px;height:120px}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .contest-card .teams .team .name{margin-top:11px;color:#333;font-weight:600;font-size:16px;line-height:19px;text-align:center;letter-spacing:-.31px}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .contest-card .info-item{margin-left:-8px;margin-top:8px;display:flex;align-items:center;font-weight:400;font-size:14px;line-height:20px;letter-spacing:-.15px;color:#888}#sports_nfhsnetwork_notice_v1 .contest-card .info-item .icon{margin-right:4px;width:12px;height:12px;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-position:center;background-size:100% 100%}

Two people are dead after police say they were involved in a crash just east of Fredericksburg in Stafford County.

WALDORF, Md. – On March 14 at 9:14 p.m., a patrol officer initiated a traffic stop on St. Charles Parkway and Gallery Place in Waldorf after observing a traffic violation. Upon approaching the vehicle, the officer detected a strong odor of burnt marijuana and raw marijuana. Further investigation revealed the driver was in possession of marijuana and a loaded firearm which was not registered.

CHARLOTTE HALL, Md. – Since 1985, the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home has provided nursing care to many veterans and their spouses. Since 2002, the facility has been managed by South Carolina-based company HMR. In 2016, the company signed an eight-year deal with the state for approximately $341.7 million. However,...

The Caroline Sheriff’s Office says after further investigation, fire investigators collected evidence directly linking Joshua Harper to the fire of an abandoned residence that occurred in Caroline County on November 29, 2021. This fire was suspicious in nature and under investigation by fire investigators. Following this information, further investigation found evidence linking Harper to suspicious fires in other jurisdictions. Fire investigators are currently working with authorities in those jurisdictions and additional charges are expected to be placed against Harper. Caroline fire investigators obtained an additional charge of arson against Harper on Tuesday for the November 29, 2021, fire in Caroline County. Harper continues to be held without bond at Pamunkey Regional Jail.

CHARLOTTE HALL, Md. – On March 16, at approximately 11:57 p.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to a fire alarm in the 30000 block of Gershwin Road. While enroute St. Mary’s Communications received updated information for a structure fire at the same location. The homeowner was alerted...

Downtown Fredericksburg! – zoned for Residential/and or Commercial,. Prime location in Downtown Fredericksburg for your business and/or residence! Own a bit of history in this majestic brick 3 level home! Choose main level living with generational living potential! The basement has an outside entrance and potential for an income suite! Or you could have your business on the main level and live upstairs. Also, could be a great Air BnB or bed and breakfast. It has been a tea room, private residence and antique shop. There are two courtyards in the front and back. The secure parking deck directly behind the property includes your own private space! Owner will consider sale, lease, rent with option to buy and lease/purchase.

CALIFORNIA, Md. – Another week of many serious motor vehicle accidents in southern Maryland, some of which were fatal or serious injuries. Here is a brief overview of some recent incidents:. On March 11, at approximately 12:10 a.m., two vehicles crashed head-on in the 16000 block of Prince Frederick...

WALDORF, Md. – As part of continued efforts to keep Charles County’s roadways safe as well as provide advanced training opportunities for officers, the Charles County Sheriff’s Office hosted a training on March 3 and 4 which focused on enhanced techniques for identifying people driving under the influence of drugs.

The following analysis of the Fredericksburg, Virginia area housing market has been prepared by the Fredericksburg Area Association of REALTORS® based on analysis of brightMLS multiple listing data. February 2023 saw more of the same in the local real estate market with falling demand, rising prices, and increasing days...

INDIAN HEAD, Md. – The winds outside howled on a chilly Saturday, as the first attendees to the seventh annual History, Industry, Technology, and Science (HITS) Expo trickled into St. Charles High School in Waldorf, Maryland, March 11. Things would soon heat up however, as students and parents alike flooded the event, and encircled the Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division’s (NSWC IHD) booth to learn about the technologies supported by the command.

WHITE PLAINS, Md. – On March 11, at approximately 12:10 a.m., police, fire and rescue personnel responded to a serious motor vehicle accident in the 16000 block of Prince Frederick Road. Crews arrived and found two vehicles involved in a head-on collision with no entrapment. One driver was reportedly...

Caroline School Superintendent named Region 3 Superintendent of the Year in Virginia. Caroline County School Superintendent Dr. Sarah Calveric has been named the Region 3 Superintendent of the Year by the Virginia Association of School Superintendents. “Dr. Calveric is fantastic,” said Caroline County Public School Board Chairman Shawn Kelley. “I’ve...

Description: The building faces southwest and is a one story red colored brick structure. The brick is laid in Flemish bond with arched windows. The building is located on landscaped grounds to the west of the courthouse in the center of the city. The south side has a square brick tower with arched entrance on the first story and open belfry at the top. The building was partly burned by the British in 1814 and served as the courthouse until 1848. In 1875, the building became the Beale Memorial Baptist Church and the belfry was added. In 2004, the building was acquired by the County.

WALDORF, Md. – The Charles County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Traffic Operations Unit is conducting an impaired driver checkpoint this evening, Friday, March 17, with officers from CCSO, La Plata Police Department, the Maryland Transportation Authority, and the Maryland State Police. Special patrols and enforcement focused on impaired and...