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Celebrating Six Months of The Spotsylvania Gazette

Dear Readers,

As The Spotsylvania Gazette marks its six-month milestone, we are proud to share the progress, growth, and community impact we have achieved since our launch in August 2025. Our mission has been clear from the start: to strengthen local journalism and provide reliable, accessible news coverage for the people of Spotsylvania County.

Our Growth and Accomplishments

• Launch of The Spotsylvania Gazette as an online news outlet powered by Patch Newspapers https://spotsylvaniagazette.town.newso https://labs.patch.com• 

Application submitted for membership in the Virginia Press Association• 250–275+ subscribers, with steady growth• Social media reach exceeding 3,000 followers, with a combined audience of approximately 3,200–3,300 across Facebook, Instagram, X, Bluesky, Reddit, and other platforms• Delivery of daily local news coverage focused on Spotsylvania County and surrounding communities

Audience Reach and Community Profile

Spotsylvania County Population (2025): 154,428

Racial and Ethnic Demographics (2025):

• White: 65%• Black: 16.63%• Hispanic: 12.7%• Asian: 2.65%

Average Household Income (2025): $109,576

Projected Population (2026): 156,835

Age Distribution:

• Ages 0–9: 12.32%• Ages 10–17: 12.28%• Ages 18–24: 8.25%• Ages 25–64: 52.34%• Ages 65–74: 9.19%• Ages 75 and older: 5.63%

Key Trends:

• Median age: approximately 37–38 years• Gender split: 49.56% male, 50.44% female• Growing senior population, with adults aged 60 and over projected to reach nearly 24% by 2030• Steady annual growth rate of approximately 1.5%• Household composition: 36% with children, 64% without

This diverse and growing audience makes The Spotsylvania Gazette an effective platform for businesses, organizations, and civic leaders seeking meaningful local visibility.

Editorial and Community Engagement

• Twice-weekly column by Dr. Shellie M. Bowman, Sr., Editor of Public Agenda on Substack https://open.substack.com/pub/drshellieb?r=va8ka• Joint Public Agenda–Spotsylvania Gazette roundtables featuring community leaders and policy discussions

https://spotsylvaniagazette.town.news/g/spotsylvania-courthouse-va/n/362277/public-agenda-disability-policy-talk-john-williams-editor• 

Monthly guest articles by Virginia House Delegate Nicole Cole (District 66), covering legislative activity and issues from the Virginia General Assembly• 

Ongoing outreach to residents and organizations across Spotsylvania and Fredericksburg to promote civic events, club activities, and community initiatives

Advertise, Announce, and Share

We welcome submissions and advertisements from businesses, organizations, and residents, including:

• Display advertisements• Articles and opinion pieces• Community and civic event notices• Help Wanted and Classifieds• Real estate listings and rentals• Obituaries and public notices• Press releases and announcements

Create or submit content here:

• https://spotsylvaniagazette.town.news/dashboard/create• https://spotsylvaniagazette.town.news/g/spotsylvania-courthouse-va/n/362424/spotsylvania-gazette

Questions or Suggestions?

If you have questions, ideas, or would like to discuss advertising or content opportunities, please feel free to reach out.

Best regards,

John L. Williams
Editor, The Spotsylvania Gazette
Phone: 703-944-4949
Email: johwilli@gmail.com

More News from Spotsylvania Courthouse

• Nicole Cole sworn in as Delegate, Virginia House of Delegates January 31, 2026 The Swearing In Of Nicole Cole, Virginia House of Delegates Member, District 66.
• Rebuilding Democratic Legitimacy in a Competitive District House District 66, Representative Transition, and the Public Value Implications of Nicole Cole’s Election Public Agenda February 4, 2026