MATT HURT: In an Independent Analysis of SOL Scores the City Shines

Editor’s Note: Now that the most-recent SOL data is available, the Advance has received several requests for a deep dive into results for Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and Stafford. We contacted Matt Hurt, a leading authority on Virginia SOL scores, and asked him to parse the data and tell us what he finds. Today we are pleased […]

SUNDAY BOOKS & ARTS

In this morning’s issue: “Dilla Time” | Penny A Parrish – Memories, Photos, and our special attachment to our four-legged friends | NDP Books

Local Government Meetings for Oct. 16 – 20

Local Government Meetings Editor’s Note: Every Saturday, FXBG Advance features local government meeting dates and times for Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and Stafford. We also provide community information and upcoming events. To have your community event featured, please contact the editor: [email protected]. Fredericksburg Oct. 16 – Monday – Last Day to Register to Vote – See more […]

CORTEZ: Hispanic Heritage Month and How Far We Have Come

What a difference a day makes for a proud American during Hispanic Heritage Month standing before Lieutenant Governor Winsome-Earle Sears in her Richmond office as State Senator Bryce Reeves read a state proclamation reflecting on my life and achievements relative to veterans and media. Sponsored by Democratic Delegate Paul Krizek representing the 44th Dist. and […]