News
2018
Most Recent News
Lawmakers consider ways to pay for fixes to congested Interstate 95 in Fredericksburg region
Road projects underway in Fredericksburg area total $1 billion. Officials say that isn’t nearly enough
GETTING THERE: Western bypass option appears again
Assembly advances bill to boost transportation funds for Fredericksburg area
2018
January 26, 2018 – VDOT offers public resources on Chatham Bridge project
January 24, 2018 – Getting There: Express lanes making the slow march south
January 23, 2018 – Traffic shift set for Stafford’s Courthouse Road exit in construction zone
January 22, 2018 – Getting There When?opoly: Get used to orange barrels on area roads
January 19, 2018 – Industry forum announced for Harry W. Nice Memorial Bridge replacement
January 17, 2018 – EDITORIAL: Northbound Rappahannock River Crossing is a go!
January 10, 2018 – I-95 express lanes extension deal will also fund northbound Rappahannock River Crossing
January 10, 2018 – Governor McAuliffe Announces Deal to Deliver 95 Express Lanes Extension and Provide $277M for Additional Upgrades to the 95 Corridor
2017
December 24, 2017 – GETTING THERE: Fredericksburg area made strides in transportation in 2017, but lots left to do
December 7, 2017 – New stoplight and traffic pattern open at Route 3 interchange in Fredericksburg
October 15, 2017 – GETTING THERE: Transportation data portal opened; high-speed rail meeting set
October 15, 2017 – EDITORIAL: Bus rapid transit can help solve region’s transportation crisis
October 15, 2017 – COLUMN: Regional transportation authority needed to address full-scale crisis
October 12, 2017 – Spotsy rejects proposed transportation authority that could impose additional taxes for road work
October 7, 2017 – COLUMN: State funding most I-95 improvements in recent memory
September 30, 2017 – EDITORIAL: Fredericksburg hot spots should be top transportation priority
September 26, 2017 – Designs unveiled for express lanes extension, one of several big projects along the I-95 corridor
September 9, 2017 – COLUMN: There’s no easy solution to region’s looming transportation crisis
September 8, 2017 – DC2RVA 60-day Draft EIS and Public Comment Period Begins
September 8, 2017 – EDITORIAL: Building just one side of I-95 river crossing doesn’t make sense
August 25, 2017 – Future of Transportation
July 22, 2017 – Additional I-95 Northbound bridge over the Rappahannock may not happen
June 30, 2017 – Revamped Rappahannock River Crossing project moving forward
June 25, 2017 – New plan for I-95 crossing project to be unveiled
June 22, 2017 – Fredericksburg-area projects approved for state’s six-year transportation plan
June 9, 2017 – Fredericksburg region considers putting its own money into resolving I-95 congestion
June 4, 2017 – Congestion conundrum
June 3, 2017 – Editorial: Let’s get serious about transportation
June 2, 2017 – Transportation Discussion shows finding more funds won’t be easy
May 26, 2017 – Does Fredericksburg area need a regional transportation tax?
May 22, 2017 – Will express lanes ever reach into Spotsylvania?
May 20, 2017 – Low gas prices cut into Fredericksburg-area’s gas tax revenues
May 16, 2017 – New ‘concept’ for Rappahannock River crossing project on Interstate 95
April 4, 2017 – Fredericksburg area officials seek ways to boost road projects’ scores
April 3, 2017 – FAMPO Invites Comments on Plans, Programs, Projects
April 25, 2017 – Fredericksburg area officials question how smart Smart Scale is for ranking road projects
April 21, 2017 – Your chance to weigh in on 95 Express Lanes extension
January 23, 2017 – FAMPO Members upset with results of funding program
January 7, 2017 – Smart Scale scores released; local recommended funding down
2016
November 2, 2016 – Local transportation proposals abound, but money is tight
October 31, 2016 – Meeting will highlight Fredericksburg area’s future transportation projects
October 18, 2016 – Dahlgren path becomes part of Potomac Heritage trail
October 17, 2016 – More requests, less money available for transportation program
September 25, 2016 – Editorial: I-95 requires some rail relief
September 21, 2016 – Opponents of rail options speak out at CTB meeting in Fredericksburg
August 23, 2016 – Editorial: In Stafford, a little less gridlock
July 30, 2016 – Study pinpoints I-95 problems, solutions
July 19, 2016 – VDOT unveils plans to fix problematic Route 3 interchange in Fredericksburg
July 18, 2016 – FAMPO pans high-speed rail bypass option through Fredericksburg
July 18, 2016 – Editorial: Virginia makes play for self-driving car makers
July 8, 2016 – Regional leaders join McAuliffe in Fredericksburg to laud transportation grant
July 5, 2016 – I-95 Atlantic Gateway gets $165
July 5, 2016 – Virginia gets federal grant to uncork I-95 corridor
July 5, 2016 – Governor McAuliffe Announces Virginia’s Selection for $165 Million FASTLANE Grant to Deliver the Atlantic Gateway Project
June 25, 2016 – Layne: Revolutionizing transportation
June 20, 2016 – Getting There: Newly names Smart Scale brings road aid to Fredericksburg region
June 24, 2016 – New state transportation program approved, paying way for Rappahannock River Crossing
May 24, 2016 – Editorial: Welcome progress on Chatham Bridge
May 20, 2016 – State’s new bridge and pavement program expected to help Fredericksburg-area projects
May 19, 2016 – I-95 express lanes extension to start this summer
May 18, 2016 – VRE third track opens for business
May 16, 2016 – Editorial: Unified region wins big on road funding
April 24, 2016 – Innovation program looks to make Virginia the model for transportation changes
April 20, 2016 – FAMPO endorses state’s bids for federal grants
April 19, 2016 – Fredericksburg area planners back bid for federal transportation grants
April 11, 2016 – I-95 relief in Virginia could be coming even sooner
April 10, 2016 – Federal grants could help ‘unlock’ Fredericksburg area road congestion
April 1, 2016 – Federal grant could lead to extension of I-95 express lanes to U.S. 17
March 31, 2016 – VDOT Plans 84 Mile Express Lane Network (ABC7)
March 31, 2016 – News Release: Plans to Extend I-395 Express Lanes Launched
March 27, 2016 – Fredericksburg localities don’t want to miss out on express lanes cash
March 26, 2016 – Getting There: Vanpool Alliance turning commuter data into funds for localities
March 25, 2016 – More details released on proposed I-95 fourth lane
March 22, 2016 – Plans to redo I-95 Interchange at Route 3 have changed
March 21, 2016 – NEWS RELEASE: YOUR INPUT IS NEEDED ON VIRGINIA TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS THAT ARE SCORED AND RECOMMENDED FOR FUNDING
March 11, 2016 – Wittman, stresses need for more transportation funding, river crossings in Fredericksburg
March 10, 2016 – Editorial: Getting home could get easier on I-95
March 5, 2016 – Localities to lose millions in tax revenues due to low gas prices
February 22, 2016 – VDOT officials get an earful about planned Route 3 road improvements at town hall meeting
February 18, 2016 – VDOT details plans to extend I-95 express lanes’ terminus two miles farther south
January 27, 2016 – VDOT officials talk about local road projects
January 20, 2016 – Rappahannock River Crossing makes transportation project cuts
January 13, 2016 – Updated details released on three Route 610 projects
January 12, 2016 – Editorial: Rappahannock River Crossing should be state priority, too
January 12, 2016 – VDOT lays out North Stafford road plans
January 10, 2016 – Hearing set for Route 3 study
2015
December 31, 2015 – Progress Edition: Transportation projects, 2015 and 2016
December 30, 2015 – 1st anniversary for Express Lanes on I-95
December 28, 2015 – Meeting set for three Route 610 projects
December 20, 2015 – VRE asks legislators for minimum tax on gas amid falling gas prices
December 13, 2015 – I-95 express lanes turn 1; Are they working?
December 10, 2015 – Proposed higher speed rail line could include eastern bypass around city
December 5, 2015 – Stafford supervisor rents billboard to get commuters’ views on traffic
November 30, 2015 – New Virginia Railway Express schedule in effect
November 25, 2015 – VRE adding another train to Fredericksburg line
November 24, 2015 – Virginia to extend I-95 Express Lanes in both directions, including Stafford County
November 22, 2015 – I-95 dominates local traffic forum
November 21, 2015 – Updated details released for Mudd Tavern Road project
November 20, 2015 – I-95 Express Lanes could ease strain of Thanksgiving getaway
November 16, 2015 – Commuters welcome first VRE trains from Spotsylvania station
November 15, 2015 – Spotsylvania VRE station ready to open on Monday
November 13, 2015 – Virginia transportation leaders explain prioritization program
October 26, 2015 – VRE to open new Spotsylvania station on Nov. 16
October 23, 2015 – VRE may shut down if Congress doesn’t extend safety mandate deadline
October 21, 2015 – FAMPO considers problems and fixes for express lanes
October 3, 2015 – Falmouth intersection work is complete
September 23, 2015 – Fredericksburg area officials strip fourth I-95 lane from transportation wish list
September 21, 2015 – Stafford picks projects for statewide prioritization program
September 21, 2015 – Stafford supervisors angered by state transportation officials’ perceived disregard for congestion problems
August 21, 2015 – Fix for I-95 choke point in the works, but express lanes extension in doubt
August 18, 2015 – Transportation summit singles out problems with I-95, funding
July 24, 2015 – Editorial: River crossing plan makes a comeback
July 21, 2015 – FAMPO: Rappahannock River Crossing project is still best bet for new prioritization program
June 23, 2015 – Changes planned for Route 3, U.S. 17 interchanges off I-95
June 22, 2015 – VDOT to unveil Rappahannock River Crossing study
June 21, 2015 – Studies show mixed results from I-95 express lanes
May 13, 2015 – Transurban study finds Express Lanes cut commute times
April 21, 2015 – FAMPO members still confused, skeptical of new state transportation program
April 15, 2015 – Are the 95 Express Lanes improving traffic in NoVA?
February 26, 2015 – New state transportation prioritization program nears completion, but Fredericksburg-area officials remain skeptical
2014
September 17, 2014 – New FAMPO Administrator named
July 29, 2014 – Staffordboro commuter lot expansion nearing completion
July 29, 2014 – Spotsy ready to roll on new VRE station
May 20, 2014 – FAMPO again backs parkway
April 28, 2014 – FAMPO leader leaving his position
April 17, 2014 – VA Transportation Plan Released Wednesday
February 28, 2014 – Spotsylvania supervisors take issue with FAMPO voting rule
February 15, 2014 – New rule angers Spotsylvania
February 11, 2014 – FAMPO blesses parkway proposals
2013
December 12, 2013 – Spotsy bypass returns, without the tolls
December 4, 2016 – Rappahannock Parkway makes a comeback
December 2, 2013 – VDOT to offer plan to fix I-95 congestion
October 25, 2013 – VDOT chief warns about more studies
October 22, 2013 – Officials debate highway fixes
October 21, 2013 – FAMPO to consider I-95 corridor plans to send to state
October 19, 2013 – Congestion question: Answers vary
October 18, 2013 – Map of Stafford BOS suggested options to fix I-95 congestion
October 16, 2013 – Stafford Pitches Roads
October 9, 2013 – Spotsy leaders criticize Kelly
October 9, 2013 – Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania vote on I-95 corridor fix suggestions
October 3, 2013 – Culpeper withdraws support of bypass
September 30, 2013 – Top bottlenecks in the Fredericksburg area
September 25, 2013 – Spotsy sends VDOT plans
September 18, 2013 – State to examine area road woes
September 3, 2013 – Culpeper endorses alternate I-95 bypass study
August 20, 2013 – I-95 Bypass in Stafford Would End in Orange, Where Major Development Eyed
August 16, 2013 – VRE commuters won’t lose parking area at Leeland Station
August 15, 2013 – Spotsy pitches bypass proposal
August 13, 2015 – Paving work on Staffordboro Boulevard delayed
July 29, 2013 – Express lanes to impact 95: Harrison Road work planned
July 17, 2013 – Millions more for FRED buses
July 15, 2013 – Virginia ramps up express toll lanes
July 12, 2013 – Bus service ends commuter runs
June 28, 2013 – Supervisor has idea for bypass
June 22, 2013 – Falmouth intersection project: What to expect
June 21, 2013 – VRE picks builder for Spotsylvania third track project
June 19, 2013 – Study on health of nation’s bridges include 17 local deficient structures
June 18, 2013 – U.S. 17 widening project in Stafford County: What it means for drivers
June 9, 2013 – Study may help Fredericksburg area commuters
May 15, 2013 – Highway, Bridge and Transit Funding Proposed for Fredericksburg District
May 15, 2013 – News Release submitted by Cord Sterling: HIGHWAY, BRIDGE AND TRANSIT FUNDING PROPOSED FOR FREDERICKSBURG DISTRICT
May 23, 2013 – U.S. 17 widening project explained
May 15, 2013 – Highway, Bridge and Transit Funding Proposed for Fredericksburg District
April 19, 2013 – Toll road discussion leads to testy disagreements
2012
November 20, 2012 – Route 3 change isn’t so simple
November 16, 2016 – Converting Route 3 turn lane could help
November 4, 2012 – Officials study adding lane to Route 3
July 17, 2012 – Group seeks money for U.S. 1 widening
June 19, 2012 – Single I-95 toll location possible
May 24, 2012 – Info on Vanpools could mean more money for area
May 8, 2012 – Interchange money going elsewhere
April 18, 2012 – Virginia rolling toward I-95 tolls
April 6, 2012 – Resolution divides I-95 project in two
February 28, 2012 – Outer Connector plan still dead
February 27, 2016 – Measure could keep I-95 interchnage/toll road project alive
January 28, 2012 – Route 3 signals adjusted
January 23, 2012 – Spotsy to address traffic issues
January 21, 2012 – Dead end for toll road hopes?
January 11, 2012 – Spotsy board opposes bypass
January 6, 2012 – Planning group has new leader
January 5, 2012 – PRESS RELEASE: GWRC Announces New Executive Director
2011
December 15, 2011 – New interchange plan draws fire
November 4, 2011 – Toll road project is a big issue
November 1, 2011 – Like it or not, a toll road may be on the way
September 30, 2011 – Planned toll road troubles some
June 9, 2011 – Toll-road study plan OK’d by area panel
May 4, 2011 – Parkway project finally moving
May 3, 2011 – New Interchange clears hurdle
April 1, 2011 – Local legislators had successes, some failures
February 20, 2011 – RELIEF FOR OUR CLOGGED ARTERIES?
January 30, 2011 – INTERCHANGE AND PARKWAY AHEAD?
January 30, 2011 – STAFFORD MAY JOIN AUTHORITY
2010
December 12, 2010 – Spotsy paving way for tolls?
September 10, 2010 – Toll-road authority selects new leaders
August 18, 2010 – ROAD PROJECT REVIVED
June 22, 2010 – Second public hearing on GWTRA scheduled tonight before Fredericksburg City Council
June 22, 2010 – A Toll Road For Fredericksburg
May 10, 2015 – County joins toll board
April 28, 2010 – Spotsy sups ask for details
April 12, 2010 – Should our area add toll road to ease congestion on Rt. 3?
April 10, 2010 – Public has little to say on toll road authority
April 8, 2010 – City, Spotsy start toll road process
2009
October 25, 2009 – Planning for toll road to begin
May 19, 2009 – Two plans weighed for new I-95 exit
March 14, 2009 – Area gets $9 million in earmarks THE PROJECTS
February 25, 2009 – Senate OKs local transportation panel
February 20, 2009 – Toll road authority measure advances
February 18, 2009 – Richmond could help us break up traffic jams
February 9, 2009 – 4-mile spur TR in Fredericksburg VA advances
January 30, 2009 – Local toll road eyed in Orrock transportation bill
2008
December 16, 2008 – Rest area I-95 exit could ease Route 3
November 18, 2008 – Framework for toll authority moves ahead
February 26, 2008 – New interchange in Spotsy backed
2007
November 17, 2007 – PROJECT MAY BE IMPETUS FOR NEW INTERCHANGE
May 22, 2007 – Planning group supports access I-95 road would enter celebrate Virginia