Local Resources
This directory of local resources will assist you in gathering valuable information about the area.
Below you will find information on the schools, area, public facilities and service, transportation, recreation possibilites and local news info. for Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania and Stafford. You'll also find details on the surrounding counties of Fauquier, Caroline, Culpeper, King George, Louisa, Orange, Westmoreland and Prince William., aswell as mortgage help, weather, maps and relocation guides!
| Schools and Education | |
State dept. of education - school reports, statistics, demographics....
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School Information - free school profiles
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| Fredericksburg Academy - | |
Fredericksburg Public Schools -
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Spotsylvania County Public Schools -
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Stafford County Public Schools -
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Caroline County Public Schools -
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Prince William County Public Schools -
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| Daycare Details - Details of day care facilities in Spotsylvania, Stafford, Fredericksburg! | |
GreatSchools.net - A great source of school information on elementary, middle and high schools.
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| Colleges | |
| Mary Washington University - Four-year state college located in Fredericksburg, Virginia. | |
| Strayer University - Four-year university with campuses in Fredericksburg and the D.C. metropolitan area. | |
Virginia Tech - Virginia's largest university and one of the top 50 research institutions in the nation
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| Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) - | |
| George Mason University - Fredericksburg Regional Alliance | |
| Area Information | |
City of Fredericksburg, Local Government - Information on city government, business and services.
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| Fredericksburg Guidebook - Selected listing of area restaurants, attractions, and services. | |
| Fredericksburg Regional Alliance - Fredericksburg Regional Alliance | |
Local Information - research local area info, stats, and events
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Spotsylvania County - Provides information on the area, government, and local interests.
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Stafford County - Gives information about Stafford County, county government, and local interests.
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Official State of Virginia Website -
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Community Information - free community profiles
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Virginia Online -
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| Surrounding Counties | |
Caroline County - Caroline County information on living and moving to Caroline county.
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Caroline County Chamber of Commerce -
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| Town of Bowling Green - The Historic Town of Bowling Green is the County Seat of Caroline County and is home to 300 families. The Town of Bowling Green located 72 miles south of Washington, D.C. and 35 miles north of Richmond. Bowling Green borders Fort A.P. Hill. | |
| Town of Port Royal - The tiny Town of Port Royal is home to just under 100 families (200+ citizens). Port Royal is located 51 miles south of Washington D.C | |
| Culpeper County - Official website for culpeper county | |
| Louisa Online - Has all the info. on government and fact, but also has an interesting Louisa teen center with things to do around town, movie listings, festivals etc | |
| Louisa County - Information on Louisa county government and business | |
Town of Mineral - Info on Mineral town - attractions, events, business, government etc
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| Dahlgren Naval Surface Weapons Center - Population is approximately 1,200 active duty; 1,300 family members; 100 reserve; and 3,500 civilians. | |
| Fauqquier County - Information for on business, education, government, and attractions. | |
Orange County, Virginia Chamber of Commerce - The Orange County Chamber of Commerce is organized to advance the civic, commercial, industrial, and agricultural interests of the County of Orange, Virginia; to promote the general welfare and prosperity of the County of Orange
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| Prince William County - Information on government, education, library and transportation. | |
| Prince William County Web - This is a really good site for general info on Prince William - from educational to business, social services to recreatioinal! | |
| Town of Dumfries - This is an impressive looking website providing information on the news, events, services and history of Dumfries | |
| City of Manassas - Manassas is the second largest City in Prince Williams County, with a population of approximately 28,000 with more that 10,000 families calling Mannassas home | |
| Town of Lake Ridge - Lake Ridge covers 5 square miles of land and is home to over 8,000 families and approximately 24,000 residents. Lake Ridge is 22 miles from Washington D.C. | |
| Westmoreland County - Demographic, economic and geographic data about Westmoreland County. | |
| Public Facilities and Services | |
| Columbia gas of Virginia - Natural gas provider | |
DMV - This website will provide newcomers to the area with all the details pertaining to vehicle operation and when to obtain a drivers license.
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Dominion Virginia Power - Provide electricity
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Library - Library information: (540) 372-1144. The library system was rated one of America's best public libraries in a nation-wide study.
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| Rappahannock Electric Cooperative - Electricity provider's details | |
| Spotsylvania County Sheriff - | |
| Transportation and Commuting | |
Fredericksburg Regional Transit (FRED) - Public transport for the citizens and visitors of the Fredericksburg Region.
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Virginia Railway Express - The VRE provides fast and regular train services to the Washington D.C. area.
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Washington Metro - Once in Washington D.C., commuters can take the Washington metro to their destination of choice.
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| Relocation Links | |
| Fredericksburg Real Estate - Yahoo! Real Estate offers a wealth of to help with every aspect of your move | |
Lowe's - Register in the Lowe's Movers Program and be eligible to receive a 10% Off Coupon on up to $2000 Worth of Merchandise!
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| Home Depot - A list of all Home Depot's current promotions! | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage | |
Moving companies - Find out how much it will cost to move all your stuff, get advice and tools to aid your move.
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National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US
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| US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states | |
USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move
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Official City Sites - find area info sites across the world!
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| Local News | |
B101.5FM - Fredericksburg's local radio station with classic popular music, includes community calendar for listening area.
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Stafford County Sun and Potomac News - Web site for regional news.
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The Free Lance Star - Award winning local newspaper.
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WFLS - Virginia's best country radio station
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| Recreation | |
Parks and Recreation -
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| Bass Fishing - This site is dedicated to bass fishing in Virginia | |
| Bicycling and Walking in Virginia - Explore bicycling opportunities in Virginia. Information on-road and trail riding, the bike event calendar, and ordering the 20001 Virginia Bicycling Guide. | |
| Flyfishing - To build and evolve the best online community where experts and novices, locals and visitors, can share knowledge about Virginia fly fishing | |
| Golf - Golf courses and info located here! | |
| Running - If running is your thing, join one of these local running clubs! | |
| Shopping - Spotsylvania Mall is off of I-95 exit 130, contains over 120 stores, including major department stores (Sears, JCPenney, Belk, Costco Hecht's), boutiques and specialty shops. Central Park shopping area is located across from Spotsylvania Mall and is growing every day. | |
| Skating - Here a list of all the parks for roller skating, skateboarding or rollerblading! | |
| Virginia Department of Game & Inland Fisheries - Info. on licenses, regulations, and where to fish. | |
| Mortgage | |
Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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| Wells Fargo - click here for current information on interest rates and buying a home | |
| Tax Information | |
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| Homeowner deductions information - | |
| How to report moving expenses - | |
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| Local Weather | |
| Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars.... | |
| Maps | |
Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner....
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