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Posted on: December 7, 2022

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Posted on: March 20, 2023

Annual Water Main Flushing

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Starting the week of March 20th, be on the lookout for Spotsylvania County utility crews conducting annual water main flushing throughout the county.

Find date of your service here County Home Page
Posted on: March 17, 2023

HH Waste Collection 5/6

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Spotsylvania is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Collection event on Saturday, May 6 from 8am-4pm at the Chancellor Recycling Center, 5917 Harrison Road. County residents ONLY.

Additional Info... County Home Page
Posted on: March 15, 2023

Community Meeting 3/30

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WHAT: Discuss a special use application for a private school to be developed on approximately 15 acres currently zoned rural located at 10507 Gordon Road. WHEN: Thursday, 3/30 from 6-7pm WHERE: Freedom Middle School, 7315 Smith Station Road, 22407.

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Posted on: March 15, 2023

I-95 Exit 126 Area Road Projects

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Battlefield Supervisor Chris Yakabouski & Lee Hill Supervisor Lori Hayes pose during 3/14 groundbreaking for three projects related to I-95 Exit 126 area road improvements, which will reduce congestion, promote safety & include sidewalks/crosswalks.

READ VDOT Press Release Here County Home Page
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Sirens Moving to Wireless 2/1

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Do you live within a 10-mile radius of the North Anna Power Station? Beginning Feb. 1, 2023, Dominion Energy is replacing its alert sirens with the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS), which has two methods for alerting the public.

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Posted on: December 14, 2022

Notice of Hours Change

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Community Development lobby hours changing to 8am-4pm beginning 1/3/2023. Staff available by phone & appointment until 4:30. All Community Development departments (including inspections) closes to public 3rd Wednesday of month for staff training.

Additional Info... County Home Page

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Posted on: February 27, 2023

Ribbon Cutting - Celebrating Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center's NEW standalone ER

NOW OPEN!!  A ribbon cutting was held on Thursday, February, 23, 2023 celebrating Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center's NEW standalone emergency room (ER).  The state-of-the-art ER will be staffed with board-certified ...
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Posted on: February 13, 2023

Ribbon Cutting - Grand Opening of Hope Heroes Southern Kitchen, Inc.

Hope Heroes Southern Kitchen is a unique dining experience where the stories of community are shared.  They offer a "build-your-own-bowl" southern-inspired menu.  They also offer catering services hosting small events and a ful...

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Posted on: February 13, 2023

Ribbon Cutting - Groundbreaking Ceremony for 2020 Driving School

Site work began last week at 46 Joseph Mills Drive and we celebrated 2020 Driving School with a groundbreaking ceremony held on Thursday, January 19th.

Welcome to Spotsylvania, we wish you a long and prosperous future!

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Posted on: February 10, 2022

John J. Wright: a Hometown Hero

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Every week in the month of February, the Spotsylvania County Museum is featuring notable historical figures who are from or have impacted Spotsylvania County to honor Black History Month. 

On November 18, 1863, Louisa Alsop gave birth to a son, Jo...

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Posted on: February 4, 2022

The Generations of LeVar Burton

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Every week in the month of February, the Spotsylvania County Museum is featuring notable historical figures who are from or have impacted Spotsylvania County to honor Black History Month.  

LeVar Burton’s work in entertainment h...

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Posted on: January 31, 2022

Alex Haley Discovers His Roots in Spotsylvania

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Every week in the month of February, the Spotsylvania County Museum is featuring notable historical figures who are from or have impacted Spotsylvania County to honor Black History Month. 

During the eight consecutive nights between January 23 and...

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Posted on: December 16, 2021

Around the Archives: Jo-Joy the Jack-in-the-Box

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Americans let out a collective sigh of relief on September 2, 1945, and just a few months later, still in the midst of a victory celebration, the United States rang in its first Christmas after World War II. Coming off the cusp...

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Posted on: July 6, 2021

From the Collections - "The Whistling Cat"

In the late 1920’s, and thru the 1930’s, Americans looked forward to reading their magazines each month.  Publications such as Life, Look, Atlantic Monthly and National Geographic were the most famous.  But adults and...

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Posted on: April 1, 2021

Momma Cut His Curls!

A favorite practice that continues today is to save the hair from a child’s first haircut.  Among the collections of the Spotsylvania County Museum is an artifact of that time-savored tradition. George William Pound was born on December 13, 1899....

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Posted on: March 16, 2021

Stapleton Crutchfield Jr.’s Mill

Grist Mills were an important part of the development of our region. The vast archival holdings of the Central Rappahannock Heritage Center (CRHC) provide researchers and historians a glimpse into an almost forgotten part of our heritage.  Few ea...

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Posted on: October 9, 2020

From Cadet to Judge

Judge Robert Emmett Waller was born at Hillsborough, near Partlow on December 10, 1845, son of Dr. Nelson Samuel and Mary Hampton (de Jarnette) Waller. His early education consisted of private instruction from John C. Pettus, a lawyer and graduate of the ...

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Posted on: September 28, 2020

The Block House

The “Block House” (pictured) was one of the most distinct structures in Spotsylvania’s history. How it acquired its name is subject to speculation. One account in the museum’s archives said it was built as a fort to...

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Posted on: September 2, 2020

Kalmbach's Mill

Charles L. Kalmbach was born in Um, Prussia in 1830, the son of Charles A. and Natalia Kalmbach.  He immigrated to America in 1847, and was educated as an engineer and worked on several construction projects in New York City.  His name i...

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Posted on: May 12, 2020

Places from the Past

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Beverley Stanard built “Roxbury” around 1743.  Stanard owned 2,000 acres between the Ni and Po rivers. 

The home (photo circa 1880) burned in 1920. The home site and cemetery near Thornburgh Elementary School is now ow...

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Posted on: November 14, 2019

A Changing Landscape

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From the Museum Archives.  In 1880, the area in Spotsylvania Court House village started to change.  It began with subdividing part of the land associated with the historic "Spotswood Inn".  Originally a 1,000 acre tra...

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Posted on: November 18, 2022

COUNTY'S NEWEST PARK OPENS IN SPOTSYLVANIA

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The county’s newest park officially opens in Spotsylvania. A ribbon cutting was held November 17, 2022, marking the opening of Keswick Park, nestled on 36-acres within the Keswick community development.

 The park located at 7710 Folkston...

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Posted on: October 7, 2022

TOURISM REVENUES SURPASS PRE-PANDEMIC LEVELS

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Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) announced October 4, 2022, that travelers to Virginia spent $69 million a day in 2021, up from $48 million in 2020. Virginia’s tourism revenues also reached $25.2 billion in 2021, marking an 87% recovery to pre...

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Posted on: August 2, 2022

SPOTSY VISITORS CENTER IS 3RD IN STATE TO SELL WINE

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The Spotsylvania County Visitors Center has become the third visitors center in the Commonwealth of Virginia to sell unopened, locally-produced wines in its gift shop. The move is an effort to support local wineries and provide a convenience to guests and...

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Posted on: July 27, 2022

SPOTSYLVANIA COUNTY PUBLISHES CHILDREN'S BOOK

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The Spotsylvania Community Engagement & Tourism Department has published a children’s book entitled “Find Your Spot” that follows a puppy named “Spot” through an array of exciting destinations in Spots...

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Posted on: June 22, 2022

16th ANNUAL SPOTSY STARS & STRIPES SPECTACULAR

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The 16th Annual Spotsylvania Stars & Stripes Spectacular returns to the Courthouse District following a two-year hiatus on Saturday, July 2, 2022, from 4-10 p.m. The event held at historic Spotsylvania Courthouse, the Holbert Building, Spotsylvania El...

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Posted on: March 20, 2023

Water Main Flushing Starting March 2023

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Starting the week of March 20th, 2023, be on the lookout for Spotsylania County Utility Crews to be handling water main flushing around the county. To see the date your subdivision or area is being completed, visit the "Water Main Flushing" page.

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Posted on: March 17, 2023

Household Hazardous Waste - Saturday, May 6th

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On Saturday, May 6th from 8am to 4pm, Spotsylvania County will host a Household Hazardous Waste at the Chancellor Recycling Center.

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Posted on: March 14, 2023

New Commercial User Rates

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Starting April 1, 2023, rate changes on all commercial users will go into effect. These rates apply to all commercial haulers, contractors, and businesses.

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Posted on: October 24, 2022

Spotsylvania Has a Vibe for Every Bride

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Request the Spotsylvania County Wedding & Events Venue Brochure

No matter what vibe the bride is trying to catch for her big day, Spotsylvania has just the venue to serve as the launch pad to all her dreams coming true.

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If the bride feels like her m...

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Posted on: July 28, 2022

Take a Culinary Trip Around the World (Without a Passport) in Spotsylvania

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You really don’t feel like cooking tonight. You want to eat out at a place with some ethnic flair, but where do you go? Should you go to a place you frequent or try some place new? If you try some place new, how can you possibly navigate the men...

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Posted on: June 21, 2022

The Ultimate Kids Summer Bucket List

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Summer is here and it’s time to get the kids outside in Spotsylvania County. There’s just so much to do, like paddling, hiking, swimming and fishing. If you need ideas, we’ve got ideas. Take a look at these 25 must-do activit...

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Posted on: May 25, 2022

Move Over, Gals – It’s Time for Guys’ Day Out at These Spotsylvania Wineries

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Women and wine seem to go together like peanut butter and jelly for a “Girls’ Night Out.” But who’s to say guys can’t enjoy a nice glass of vino too? Spotsylvania, Virginia, is home to a host of v...

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Posted on: April 5, 2022

Have Some Fun on Spotsylvania’s Waterfront This Spring & Summer

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The temperature is rising, the days are getting longer, and the school days are ticking down – spring and summer are upon us! If this time of the year is your favorite time to get out and on the water, Spotsylvania, Virginia has you covered. See...

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Posted on: November 22, 2016

Museum Reopens New Location

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The Spotsylvania County Museum reopens September 4, 2020, in its new home in the former Lick Run Community Center at First Day of Chancellorsville Park located at 6159 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22407.The new location is on eight acres owned by Spotsy...

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Posted on: March 31, 2021

Treat Your Sewer Pipes Right

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Help keep your sanitary sewer flowing! Learn how to protect the sanitary sewers and the environment by preventing sewer backups and overflows.

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Posted on: July 12, 2021

Virginia Environmental Excellence Program E3 Status

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DEQ's VEEP awards Spotsylvania County Utilities E3 status.

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