stafford area information: Election Alert - Transportation Bond Referendum - Stafford, VA - 11/03/08 01:48 PM
On Tuesday, November 4th Stafford County residents will be voting on a transportation referendum that will allow the Board of Supervisors to borrow $70 million by issuing bonds to fund specific road and pedestrian projects throughout the county. This bond referendum would call for the borrowing to begin in 2010 … (4 comments)
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stafford area information: Belvedere Plantation - A Traditional Pumpkin Patch Outing - 10/20/08 11:20 AM
Last weekend my oldest daughter, Adrienne, took my youngest son, Matt, to Belvedere Plantation, a beautiful 645-acre working farm in Fredericksburg, Virginia. They had a great time and came back with some wonderful pictures. I thought I'd share it all here!
Belvedere Plantation offers so many different outdoor attractions that children (and … (2 comments)
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stafford area information: New Park Opens in Stafford - 10/19/08 09:54 AM
The Stafford County Department of Parks and Recreation held grand opening ceremonies on Saturday, October 18th to celebrate the newest addition to the county's park system. Patawomeck Park cost $4.8M to construct and has the most modern facilities. Lighted and irrigated soccer, football and softball fields, as well as restrooms and … (0 comments)
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stafford area information: Welcome Home! - 10/19/08 09:19 AM
On Tuesday, October 14th the 140 members of the 4th Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion's Delta Company returned home to Quantico after a six month deployment in the al Anbar Province of Iraq. The 129 Marines and 11 Navy Corpsmen were greeted by family and friends waving flags and homemade signs. … (7 comments)
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stafford area information: No new taxes to close budget gap in Stafford - 10/10/08 03:11 PM
On Tuesday, October 7th, Stafford County Administrator Anthony Romanello reported to the Board of Supervisors that the county faces a $5.6M budget shortfall for fiscal year 2009. Mr. Romanello submitted his recommendations to the Board that will close the gap without raising taxes on county residents. Stafford County is one of … (1 comments)
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stafford area information: Stafford Aids Chesapeake Bay Clean-Up - 10/08/08 08:48 PM
Virginia state officials have announced that they will be disbursing about $188 Million around the state to assist local jurisdictions in their efforts to clean up the Chesapeake Bay. Stafford County is expected to receive between $5.5M and $7.6M from the State Clean Water Revolving Loan Fund to upgrade the … (2 comments)
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stafford area information: Forbes Ranks Stafford as One of the Best Places to Get Ahead - 10/06/08 10:49 AM
Many counties in the Commonwealth of Virginia have much to brag about. Whether it's a safe, beautiful place to raise your family, or a culturally diverse, exceptional school system, we all have much to boast about.
Stafford County had been given a pat on the back by Forbes.com as being one … (0 comments)
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stafford area information: Stafford County Revises Comprehensive Master Plan - 09/23/08 10:01 AM
As a county resident, I am always trying to stay abreast of plans to make any significant changes that may have an impact on the integrity of the county. The best way I know to do that is to review the County's Comprehensive Plan. As of September 17, 2008, Stafford County … (0 comments)
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stafford area information: 3rd Quarter Sales in Stafford - 09/23/08 09:15 AM
22405 - 89 Sold and Under Contract
22406 - 61 Sold and Under Contract
22554 - 216 Sold and Under Contract
22556 - 95 Sold and Under Contract
Irene Morales Ward, Northern Virginia Real Estate
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stafford area information: Get Out and Register to VOTE! - 09/17/08 06:16 PM
The Stafford County Registrar of Voters has posted the schedule for voter registration and absentee voting related to the general election to be held November 4th.
The last day to register to vote in this election is Monday, October 6th. Forms may be obtained at the registerʼs office or on line through … (0 comments)
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stafford area information: Recycling Days in Stafford - 09/15/08 08:10 PM
The Rappahannock Regional Solid Waste Management Board has set four days for county residents to rid their homes of old and broken electronics. Beginning Wednesday, September17th and continuing through Saturday, September 20th Stafford residents will be able to drop off various electronics at the Regional Landfill located at 489 Eskimo … (1 comments)
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stafford area information: Salute to Stafford Day - 09/10/08 09:32 AM
On Saturday, September 27th the Citizens to Serve Stafford organization will sponsor its annual Salute to Stafford Day. This much anticipated annual family event began in 1991 and celebrates the history, talents, and culture that make Stafford so special. All proceeds will benefit the United Way.
The event will be held at the … (0 comments)
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stafford area information: Why Choose Stafford County? - 09/03/08 07:26 PM
There is no more important investment you will make than purchasing your home. Finding the right floor plan with the perfect number of bedrooms and bathrooms and maybe even an in-law suite or a home office with plenty of natural light is only half the job that your buyer's agent will … (1 comments)
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stafford area information: Back to School in Stafford - 08/26/08 04:36 PM
On September 2nd over 26,500 students across Stafford County will return to their classrooms to begin the new academic year. Stafford County is the second fastest growing county in the Commonwealth of Virginia but it maintains its family-oriented suburban community feel and its commitment to educational excellence. Over 82% of those … (4 comments)
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stafford area information: Stafford County, Virginia Market February 2008 - 02/29/08 06:21 PM
Stafford Single Family Home Market February 2008
Active Sold or Under Contract
399 22554 26
206 22556 16
213 22405 20
194 22406 17
Irene Morales Ward, Northern Virginia Real Estate
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stafford area information: Will Primmer House Road EVER Open? - 02/01/08 12:51 PM
Anyone living in the southeast portion of Stafford County understands the frustration everyone feels when passing Primmer House Road. The road, developed by Maryland Development Company as a part of Leeland Station subdivision, will provide easy access for VRE commuters and residents from that portion of Stafford County to access Rt … (0 comments)
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stafford area information: Stafford County Market Activity for January 2008 - 02/01/08 09:28 AM
Stafford Single Family Home Market January 2008
Active Sold or Under Contract
385 22554 21
208 22556 7
237 22405 14
199 22406 14
Irene Morales Ward, Northern Virginia Real Estate
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stafford area information: Get Out and VOTE in Virginia Presidential Primary - 01/31/08 11:29 AM
The Commonwealth of Virginia is preparing to hold its presidential primary election February 12th. This primary will come a week after the "Super Tuesday" contest in which 24 other states hold their presidential primaries. February 12th will be the first opportunity that Virginians have to vote for the presidential candidate they … (5 comments)
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stafford area information: Aquia Towne Center to get an Overhaul - 01/19/08 01:53 PM
I've been going to the Aquia Towne Center Movie Theatre for almost as long as it's been up! Built in 1986, it was a wonderful addition to a growing area. Sitting just outside the gates of the Aquia Harbour community, the Aquia Towne center, owned by Michigan-based Ramco-Gershenson Properties Trust, was … (6 comments)
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stafford area information: It's Snowing In Stafford County! - 01/17/08 10:25 AM
I'm sitting here looking at how lovely everything looks right now - white and clean and so inviting. I wonder how long it will last. The snow has actually stopped and the forecast is for rain and sleet. My poor 10 year old son is probably sitting in class right now staring … (7 comments)
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