"This is something that brings us in alignment with many other localities to move the start time for construction from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m.," he said on Feb. 4.
Prince William County Assistant prosecutor D. Burke Walker told Circuit Court Judge Angela Horan that his office would file a motion on the first day of trial not to prosecute Latoya Crabbe on her 2nd-degree murder charge but instead will move to indict her on 1st-degree murder charge.
Crabbe is accused of murder in the death of her estranged husband, Curtis Crabbe. Curtis had made threats over text messages in the days leading to the shooting, police said. In evidence presented at a preliminary hearing in December, officers admitted they found an unsheathed and extended Italian Stiletto knife that Crabbeâs defense attorney, David Daughtery, argued showed Crabbe was in imminent fear for her life. Such knives were illegal in Virginia until a law changed in 2023. The trial is scheduled to begin on March 3, but Walker's admission questions the timeline.
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As Stafford County prepares its fiscal plan for 2026, officials are bracing for both financial opportunities and challenges. Expected increases in education funding and mounting concerns over the rising costs of tax exemptions for disabled veterans are heating up budget discussions among county leaders.
At the latest Board of Supervisors meeting, many residents expressed frustration over rising property taxes, urging officials to find alternative funding sources instead of raising taxes again.
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This combination of musicians is called "Big Fat Doug Belford Experience," they rocked out a healthy list of covers for the appreciative crowd. The band was a combo of three members of a band called âBig Fat Daddy,â featuring Meri Schaefer, Brian Curtiss, John David Coppola on bass, and three others from Doug Belford Experience, which featured Doug Belford, Meri Schaefer, and Brian Curtiss. Meri Schaefer and Brian Curtiss play in both bands.
Sure, some of the songs are well-known covers from the heyday of rock and roll, but people dig those songs anyway. A beer or two feeds that love the staples in their rock list, including âManeaterâ from Hall and Oates, âPsycho Killerâ by the Talking Heads, and âCinnamon Girlâ by Neil Young. The tempo of the night stretched far and wide.
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The City of Fredericksburg Planning Commission invites residents to participate in a Comprehensive Plan Community Meeting on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Walker-Grant Center at 210 Ferdinand Street.
This meeting provides an essential opportunity for the community to review and offer feedback on the draft Comprehensive Plan. The plan outlines the cityâs long-term guiding policies and vision for the future, focusing on key areas such as housing, transportation, environmental stewardship, and quality-of-life issues that will shape the built environment over the next two decades.
Residents can engage directly with Planning Commission members, City staff, and consultants working on the update. This meeting aims to ensure that community input is central to guiding Fredericksburgâs development.
A recent survey conducted for the Fredericksburg Forward Comprehensive Plan gathered input from over 580 residents and revealed several key insights that will shape the cityâs future. Among the most prominent concerns expressed were traffic congestion, the cost of housing, and the cityâs ability to manage growth. Many respondents emphasized preserving Fredericksburgâs historic charm while addressing modern needs, including improving public transportation and infrastructure.
Many respondents rated the quality of life in the city favorably, with nearly half rating it four out of five. However, respondents pointed out that walkability, mobility, and traffic management improvements are crucial for the cityâs continued growth. The survey revealed a strong desire for more pedestrian-friendly streets, bike lanes, and improved public transit to reduce car dependency.
Additionally, Fredericksburg residents desired more sustainable practices, such as increased green spaces, enhanced stormwater management, and initiatives to reduce energy consumption. There was also significant support for making the city more accessible to the Rappahannock River, with recommendations for better trails and recreational facilities near the water.
Schools across the region will be closed on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, as a winter storm moves through the area, bringing snow and hazardous travel conditions.
King George County Schools will be closed and have designated the day as an Asynchronous Learning Day. 12-month employees are expected to report to work on time.
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Shorter proposed the real estate tax remain at 92 cents per $100 of assessed value, but the average residential tax bill would increase by $276. According to the budget presentation, the average residential tax bill would then total $5,165, which is up from the average $4,881 tax bill in fiscal year 2025.
A majority â 57% to be exact or $2,956 â of the average tax bill will go to fund Prince William County Schools (PWCS) due to the revenue-sharing agreement between the county and PWCS. This has been a major point of contention for some of the county supervisors and became a topic of discussion at Tuesday's meeting.
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The Dumfries Town Council designated a Waterfront District off Possum Point Road, marking a significant step in the townâs broader economic development strategy.
During the February 4th, 2025, meeting, Councilman Shaun Peet emphasized the vision for the district on Quantico Creek, stating:
âHaving this vision of a mini National Harbor down here with the boardwalk and some waterfront amenities that we can enjoy right here in the town, which we actually just named as a council of the town of Dumfries Waterfront District.â
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Mackintosh outlined the cityâs long-term planning efforts, which date back to 2018 when Fredericksburg began setting tax rates and policies to align with neighboring jurisdictions. With Northern Virginia running out of space, developers have turned their attention south, making Fredericksburg a prime target for new data center development.
Officials have proposed a Technology Overlay Districtâa designated 250-acre area in Celebrate Virginia South, near Wegmans and the Fredericksburg Nationals stadium to ensure that data centers fit within the city's framework. This district will allow data centers by right if they meet strict environmental and design regulations.
âWe didnât want to be reactive to data center proposals,â Mackintosh said. âWe wanted to set the terms ahead of timeâwhere it makes sense and under what conditions.â
