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Department of  Economic Development and Tourism

September 16, 2021
 
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There has been a lot of news lately about the critical need for school bus drivers, and a local Fredericksburg school can help fulfill this and many other driver-education needs. In this week's edition, Bill talks with Bill Venable, an instructor at 2020 Driving School, about their driver-training courses. 2020 Driving School is located in the Westwood Village Shopping Center at 1940 William St For more information, check out 2020drivingschool.com

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City of FXBG hiring Tourism Marketing Assistant

By Bill Freehling on Sep 15, 2021 01:57 pm
Fredericksburg's Department of Economic Development and Tourism has an opening for a person well-versed in a variety of marketing efforts including videos, newsletters, blogs, social media strategies, interactions with travel media, advertising campaigns and more.

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UMW, City to unveil Historical Marker recognizing the Freedom Rides

By Bill Freehling on Sep 15, 2021 09:03 am
The University of Mary Washington and the City of Fredericksburg on September 22 will unveil a historical marker commemorating Fredericksburg, Virginia, as the first stop of the Freedom Rides on May 4, 1961. Dion Diamond, a Freedom Rider, will speak at the event.

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Tickets on sale now for Beach Boys concert

By Bill Freehling on Sep 14, 2021 02:46 pm
The first FredNats Concert Series show is now in the books, and tickets are available for the next one.

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UMW’s Family Weekend returning October 1-2

By Lily Eghtessad on Sep 14, 2021 02:26 pm
The University of Mary Washington's annual Family Weekend is returning October 1-2.

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Walkway nearing completion at Alum Spring Park

By Bill Freehling on Sep 14, 2021 09:55 am
An ADA-compliant pathway that connects the VCR Trail to Alum Spring Park is nearing completion.

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UMW earns top rankings

By Bill Freehling on Sep 13, 2021 04:37 pm
The University of Mary Washington has been recognized among the nation’s top schools by U.S. News & World Report, which released its 2022 “Best Colleges” list today. UMW ranked seventh […]

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Unsheltered homelessness summit planned

By Bill Freehling on Sep 13, 2021 04:35 pm
The Fredericksburg Regional Continuum of Care is partnering with the City of Fredericksburg to host an Unsheltered Homelessness Summit on September 29.

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VABBD hosts Black Business Expo

By Lily Eghtessad on Sep 13, 2021 04:14 pm
The Virginia Black Business Directory (VABBD) hosted its second-annual Black Business Expo this past weekend, with over 100 Virginia Black-owned businesses in attendance. It was a weekend filled with shopping, networking, building positive relationships, and entertainment.

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Community meetings planned on City Council priorities

By Bill Freehling on Sep 10, 2021 11:24 am
Fredericksburg City Council will hold community meetings Sept. 16 and Sept. 18 to discuss its recently adopted priorities.

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85,350 s.f. freestanding building available on 11.6 acres.  Approximately 5,250 s.f. of office space and approximately 80,100 s.f. of warehouse space.  Zoned I-2 (Industrial General).  Convenient access to I-95, Route 1, Route 3, and Route 17.  Warehouse loading with seven (7) dock height doors (8’x10’).  Fully sprinklered (4 wet systems) and automated storage and racking system (available).  Approximately 4,000 amps (480v/277v 3 phase).  
Fully conditioned (office and warehouse) with backup generator in limited areas.  97 parking spaces/15 truck spaces.
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