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Department of  Economic Development and Tourism

August 8, 2019
 
  Fred Focus Feature Hyperion Espresso Celebrates 25 Years!
Hyperion Espresso at 301 William St. in downtown Fredericksburg celebrated its 25th anniversary last week. Congratulations!  
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Fredericksburg-Stafford trail network continues to expand

By Bill Freehling on Aug 07, 2019 10:09 am
The latest stretch of Stafford County's Belmont–Ferry Farm Trail -- a 0.73-mile extension -- is scheduled for completion in September. The trail will enhance pedestrian and bicycle connections between Fredericksburg and Stafford.
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New exhibit installed outside Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center

By Amy Peregoy on Aug 06, 2019 02:32 pm
The National Park Service has installed a new wayside exhibit outside the Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center on the history of segregation at Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park. The exhibit highlights...
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Video celebrates Fredericksburg Farmers Market

By Bill Freehling on Aug 05, 2019 03:24 pm
This week is National Farmers Market Week, and to celebrate we decided to profile our very own Fredericksburg Farmers Market in this week's edition of "Freehling Finds."
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New downtown coffee, ice cream shop featured in FLS

By Bill Freehling on Aug 05, 2019 09:28 am
The Free Lance-Star ran a nice article this week about the new Abner B’s Ice Cream and Xquizit Guatemalan Specialty Coffee Roasters & Brewers at 821 Caroline St. — previously home to Wally's ice cream.
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Open House planned for future of Fredericksburg parks

By Bill Freehling on Aug 05, 2019 09:09 am
The Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events Department is hosting an Open House next week to hear public input on how best to plan future park and trail improvements.
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City seeking Realtor services for Mary Washington Lodge

By Bill Freehling on Aug 02, 2019 03:46 pm
The City of Fredericksburg intends to offer the Mary Washington Caretaker's Cottage at 1500 Washington Avenue for lease or sale, and it is interested in hiring a Realtor to help.
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Fredericksburg nominated as best small town in the South

By Amy Peregoy on Aug 02, 2019 11:56 am
Fredericksburg has been nominated for Best Small Town in the South by Southern Living. The nomination is part of the popular magazine's "South's Best 2020" awards.
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What sold in Fredericksburg in July?

By Bill Freehling on Aug 01, 2019 02:18 pm
July's real estate sales in Fredericksburg included two commercial properties in Central Park that are home to Hibachi Buffet & Sushi and Chuck E. Cheese, as well as a William Street restaurant property.
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UMW, City holding Community Welcome Fair

By Amy Peregoy on Aug 01, 2019 11:48 am
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, in partnership with the University of Mary Washington University (UMW), invites businesses and non-profits to participate
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EVENTS IN FREDERICKSBURG

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  Fred Focus Feature SlideFXBG ~ August 31st
SlideFXBG is fun for ALL AGES! Slide into Downtown Fredericksburg on a 1,000-foot slip-and-slide using an inflatable inner tube (provided with each ticket). Slide as much as you want for two hours with each ticket you purchase! Learn more about this one-day, one-of-a-kind event at www.slideFXBG.com.  August 31st is "rapid"ly approaching!
PROPERTY OF THE WEEK
Corner lot for sale ~ 326 Forbes St.
Located in the Virginia Federal Opportunity Zone.

This .07 acre lot is located in the Old Mill District and is zoned CT (Commercial Transitional). There is a 7,350 s.f. flex building for sale as well. Just off of Jefferson Davis Highway (Route 1)/Princess Anne Street and only two miles to Interstate 95 via Exit 133. The lot is situated near iconic Carl's Ice Cream, Mason-Dixon Cafe, 2400 Diner and Little Tire Company.
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