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Dumfries Council Recaps 275th Anniversary, Bids Farewell to Outgoing Councilman

Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood at the opening of The Rose, a new gaming hotel and resort in Dumfries.

The Dumfries Town Council convened on Tuesday, December 3, to reflect on its achievements and challenges as it celebrates its 275th anniversary. The meeting highlighted the town’s growth and a controversial gala event to honor the historic milestone.

A gala celebrating Dumfries' 275th anniversary in May at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, originally envisioned as a three-day extravaganza, became a financial debacle. Despite the council approving a $100,000 budget for the event, planners overspent by $28,000, resulting in a cost overrun of more than 130%.

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