Latest Stafford County News
Virginia Water Gardens – Prepping for the 2018 Season
Since 2005, Virginia Water Gardens has been designing and installing ponds, streams, waterfalls, rainwater harvesting systems, and more at their Stafford County “Pond Superstore”. They are located at 308 Cambridge Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22405. On a recent visit,...
Stafford Hospital turns 9 today
The Stafford Hospital just celebrated its 9th birthday! The Stafford Hospital has been committed to offering the latest technology and providing quality healthcare and services to its patients. Read more >>
Huge economic development opportunity centers on Stafford Regional Airport
According to a recent study, that Stafford Regional Airport continues to be an economic development engine for the Fredericksburg region. With plans underway to extend the airport’s 5,000-foot runway to 6,000 feet and additional plans for the surrounding area, it...
New law to allow dogs in breweries, wineries
A recent bill passed will allow dogs in wineries, breweries, and distilleries. The bill passed both the Virginia House and Senate last week and is set to be signed by the governor. Read more>>
US mortgage rates up for 8th week; 30-year at 4.43 percent
Home affordability has become increasingly challenging for a growing number of would-be buyers due to the recent jump in mortgage rates. Mortgage rates have risen steadily in January and February, marking the eighth straight week that it cost more to borrow to buy a...
Stafford planners recommend repeal of controversial “cluster subdivision” ordinance, despite threats of lawsuits
At last week’s Stafford County Planning Commission meeting, the board voted 5–2 vote for a recommended approval of a proposal to temporarily repeal a state-mandated ordinance that lets developers build more compact neighborhoods if they preserve a certain amount of...
Stafford planners recommend repeal of controversial “cluster subdivision” ordinance, despite threats of lawsuits
At last week’s Stafford County Planning Commission meeting, the board voted 5–2 vote for a recommended approval of a proposal to temporarily repeal a state-mandated ordinance that lets developers build more compact neighborhoods if they preserve a certain amount of...
Stafford planners recommend repeal of controversial “cluster subdivision” ordinance, despite threats of lawsuits
At last week’s Stafford County Planning Commission meeting, the board voted 5–2 vote for a recommended approval of a proposal to temporarily repeal a state-mandated ordinance that lets developers build more compact neighborhoods if they preserve a certain amount of...