Andrew Flusche, Virginia Lawyer

Part of what I hope to do on this website is highlight other local Fredericksburg area businesses. Starting my own solo law firm has given me a renewed respect for local entrepreneurs.

Since I’m a coffee lover, I like to try the coffee shops around Spotsylvania and Stafford Counties. Tickers Coffee is one of my favorites so far. Pablo Cuadrado runs Tickers, where he is competing against Starbucks in the Westood Shopping Center.

Pablo brews some great coffee over at Tickers. He serves a full line of espresso-based drinks, as well as all-natural fruit smoothies. I particularly enjoy his sandwiches, such as the “T Bill” (turkey).

If you’re looking for a tasty beverage around West Fredericksburg, stop in at Tickers. Pablo will certainly treat you right and satisfy that caffeine craving.

Do you know any great coffee shops in Fredericksburg, Stafford, or Spotsylvania County?

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Did you know that the Fredericksburg City Council is considering an important residential zoning change?

There is a public hearing on March 25 that all property owners and residents of Fredericksburg should attend. This isn’t a small matter.

I admittedly haven’t followed this issue very closely, since I rent in Spotsylvania County. But the proposed change would limit what residential property owners can build on their property. Proponents claim the zoning change is needed to preserve Fredericksburg’s historic character. I would argue that the market should remain largely free and open. And isn’t property more valuable if you can do more with it?

For some great coverage of this issue, check out In the ‘Burg. Bryan has three beefy articles on the proposed zoning changes:

• Does Out-Of-Scale equal “out of character”
• City Zoning Update
• Home size/lot coverage zoning

Did I mention that you should attend the March 25 hearing?