Stafford County’s Memorial Day ceremony will feature a traveling exhibit honoring WWII pilots including Tuskegee Airmen and WASPs at Stafford Regional Airport on May 22–25. The event highlights both remembrance activities and local educational statistics for area schools.
Legislation introduced by Del. Hillary Pugh Kent to revise display rules for commercial fishing license tags has cleared both the Virginia House and Senate.
A measure from state Del. Margaret A. Franklin that updates and expands Virginia’s maternal mortality review team has cleared both House and Senate chambers.
A bill sponsored by state Sen. Bryce E. Reeves cleared both the House and Senate, enhancing legal protection for voice and likeness in commercial contexts.
A bill from State Del. Joshua G. Cole requiring local governments to permit by-right housing projects on land held by exempt religious and nonprofit groups has passed in both the House and Senate.
Stafford County has issued new guidelines for residents on environmentally friendly lawn care aimed at protecting local waterways from pollution caused by runoff and chemicals. The recommendations include advice on soil testing, planting native species, efficient watering methods, composting practices, and participation in personalized programs like Smart Green Lawns.
Stafford County has opened a public survey from April 15–27 seeking resident feedback for its updated Comprehensive Plan. The results will help guide decisions on growth, development, schools, transportation and infrastructure over the next twenty years.
Stafford County Social Services is seeking sponsors and players for its annual charity golf classic set for June 3 at Augustine Golf Club. Funds raised will support unmet needs among local children and families through various programs including holiday meals and foster care assistance.
Government Island Park is temporarily closed after a water main break caused damage requiring repairs expected through Friday morning. The closure comes as new figures show rising enrollment across Stafford County’s public schools.
Stafford County has launched Blu’s Academy and a Neighborhood Services Program aimed at helping residents understand how their local government works and connect neighborhoods with officials more easily. The initiatives include online courses, informational videos about departments’ roles, newsletters for homeowners’ associations (HOAs), and staff presentations on key topics.