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The gold medal goes to ... the chocolate muffin. Bakery a winner at Olympic village
The American-inspired chocolate muffin that went viral on social media is just one of the baked goods served to athletes.
Israel widens evacuation orders in southern Gaza. Hamas wants plans for a deal instead of more talks
The Israeli military has ordered more evacuations in southern Gaza a day after health authorities said an airstrike on a school-turned-shelter in the north killed at least 80 Palestinians.
Geological feature known as the 'Toilet Bowl' collapses in southern Utah
Park rangers suspect changing water levels and erosion contributed to the demise of what was alsoknown as"Double Arch" and "Hole in the Roof."
Baby gorilla is born at Detroit Zoo, the first in its 96-year history
The newcomer joined four other gorillas at the zoo, including Bandia and father Mshindi, all of which arrived a year ago.
These scientists want to safeguard Earth’s species by cryogenically preserving them on the moon
A group of scientists has devised a plan to safeguard Earth’s species in a cryogenic biorepository on the moon.
Utility company's proposal to rat out hidden marijuana operations to police raises privacy concerns
A Maine utility wants to be an ally with law enforcement in the crackdown on illegal marijuana grow operations — if it can overcome privacy concerns.
Retailers are tricking consumers into spending more with earlier-than-ever Halloween rollout
Coming right on the heels of last year’s Summer Christmas, welcome to Summerween.
Schumer says he will work to block any effort in the Senate to significantly cut the CDC's budget
The Senate’s top Democrat says he'll work to block a plan that would significantly cut the proposed budget of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York says that such a spending reduction could endanger the public. The Republican-led House Appropriations Committee advanced the measure on a party-line vote in July. Schumer said such a reduction would “would wreak havoc and chaos on food safety funding mechanisms and tracking operations at a core level.”
'Continuous displacement': Thousands ordered to evacuate Khan Younis
Israelexpandedevacuation ordersinKhanYounisinthesouthernGazaStripovernight, forcingtensofthousandsofPalestinianresidentsanddisplaced familiestoleave their homes. "What you see is a process of continuous displacement, these are people who are taking their children, the fe…
FDA rejects psychedelic MDMA as treatment for PTSD, calling for additional study
Supporters of psychedelic therapy hoped that MDMA would make history as the first illegal psychedelic to win FDA approval, paving the way for similar drugs to enter the medical mainstream.
The US Navy's warship production is in its worst state in 25 years. What's behind it?
The U.S. Navy is struggling to build affordable warships needed to face expanding threats around the world. Among the numerous challenges obstructing its efforts are a serious shortage of skilled workers, poor shipyard employee retention, last-minute design changes and the Pentagon's shifting priorities. Eric Labs is a longtime naval analyst at the Congressional Budget Office. He says the shipbuilding industry is in its worst state in 25 years.
Grant helps local parents with child care costs
Spotsylvania nonprofit can help qualifying families find programs in the Fredericksburg region.
Historian to discuss Lafayette's visit 200 years ago
Sept. 5 event will feature historian Elizabeth Reese.
Fredericksburg neighbors: Obituaries for August 11
Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.
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Grant helps local parents with child care costs
Spotsylvania nonprofit can help qualifying families find programs in the Fredericksburg region.
Historian to discuss Lafayette's visit 200 years ago
Sept. 5 event will feature historian Elizabeth Reese.
Fredericksburg neighbors: Obituaries for August 11
Read through the obituaries published today in Fredericksburg Free Lance Star.
Newly listed homes for sale in the Fredericksburg area
Browse through recently listed homes in the Fredericksburg real estate market and find your next home!
Youngkin orders certification that election security measures are taken
Gov. Glenn Youngkin is ordering the state Commissioner of Elections to certify that key election security measures are actually followed.
Roxane Gilmore, former Virginia first lady and classics professor, dies
Roxane Gilmore, Virginia's first lady from 1998 to 2002, oversaw renovation of Virginia's Executive Mansion.
Youngkin says he won’t remove a Project 2025 author from George Mason University Board
Gov. Glenn Youngkin won’t remove Lindsey Burke, whom he appointed to George Mason University’s Board of Visitors, he said in a letter to House Speaker Don Scott, D-Portsmouth.
Virginia Department of Education is over legal staffing limit by 25
The Virginia Department of Education employs 28 more people than it is authorized to by state law.
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Crime
High-ranking enlisted Marine sentenced for drunken crash that injured 2 teens
She received 10 years on each of the felony charges, but most of the time was suspended.
Maryland man arrested after Tide Pod theft spree
Stafford Sheriff's Maj. Shawn Kimmitz said Sgt. M.L. Jacobeen responded to the Lowe's at 1330 Stafford Market Place about 4:53 p.m. in response to a reported larceny in progress.
Spotsylvania man arrested in connection with 2022 fatal accident in Charles City County
A Spotsylvania County man was arrested Tuesday in connection with a 2022 fatal accident in Charles City County, court records show.
Man commits suicide in parking lot following meeting with detectives in Stafford
A 36-year-old man apparently killed himself outside Stafford County's public safety building Monday afternoon following a meeting with detectives, police said.
Politics
Residents oppose, Planning Commission recommends denial of Sheetz
After a string of residents spoke against rezoning for a proposed Sheetz gas station and convenience store during a Wednesday public hearing, the Spotsylvania County Planning Commission gave a unanimous thumbs down.
Youngkin orders certification that election security measures are taken
Gov. Glenn Youngkin is ordering the state Commissioner of Elections to certify that key election security measures are actually followed.
Roxane Gilmore, former Virginia first lady and classics professor, dies
Roxane Gilmore, Virginia's first lady from 1998 to 2002, oversaw renovation of Virginia's Executive Mansion.
Youngkin says he won’t remove a Project 2025 author from George Mason University Board
Gov. Glenn Youngkin won’t remove Lindsey Burke, whom he appointed to George Mason University’s Board of Visitors, he said in a letter to House Speaker Don Scott, D-Portsmouth.