Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood has long said he wants Dumfries to become a destination rather than a pass-through town.
On Tuesday, the Town Council will have an opportunity to solidify that vision with an update to its comprehensive plan that seeks to create an urban village along Main Street, the two-lane thoroughfare that runs in front of the town hall.
Plans to widen a northbound section of Route 1, known in the town as Frayley Boulevard, from two to six lanes, will mean all traffic will use the newly enlarged road section. When the estimated $146-million project is complete, it should ease traffic on Main Street, which today is used by drivers taking Route 1 south.
This article is exclusively for our Locals Only members. Please Sign In or upgrade to become a Locals Only Member today!
Your support helps us continue delivering more in-depth community news that matters to you.
Recent Stories
May will be a fun month around Prince William County and Manassas with several meetings and activities scheduled. Take a look at some highlighted events and meetings. Thursday (May 1)…
Step into a world of timeless romance and old-world charm at Ristorante Renato, where candlelight flickers against white tablecloths and every dish feels like a love letter from Italy.
This week’s police blotter details a fatal officer-involved shooting in Prince William County, a weapon threat at a Stafford DoorDash delivery, numerous DUI arrests, and business break-ins.
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – A short video created by a team at the Prince William County Public Library System has taken the internet by storm, garnering more than 2.7 million views across social media platforms and capturing the attention of viewers from as far away as California.
Empower Your Future: Leadership, Mentorship, Education, and Networking — Calling middle and high school students for FREE Educational Summer Programming!
LLT STEMpower Camp at Marymount University
Middle School Students | Two Sessions:
July 7–11, 2025
Inspired by local physicians who were among the nation’s first to adopt the concierge medicine model, Northern Virginia is now a hub for its surging popularity. These leading physicians are redefining the patient experience with same-day appointments, direct availability, unhurried visits, and deeply personalized care:
After almost 40 years in practice, Manassas-based Internist John Cary, MD’s change to concierge medicine enabled focused attention for each individual, and the launch of his innovative diet program for those with type 2 diabetes. “The goal is to promote enough weight loss to reach an acceptable A1C of 6% with no medication,” he explains. “Achieving that can take several months of very close follow up. As I tell my patients, we are in this together.”
Jay Tyroler, MD considers his patients quite literally as family. “I believe there’s nothing more honorable than helping patients when they’re sick, or scared, or feeling vulnerable, and I care for them exactly as I would my loved ones.” Whether for a specialist referral, urgent health issue or ongoing follow up, “My patients know I’m always just a phone call away.”
Your Weight Matters National Convention
Hosted by the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) since 2012, this highly-anticipated gathering is the nation’s leading gathering focused on empowering individuals with science-based education, support and practical tools for managing weight and improving health.
This unique Convention truly has something
Van Metre 5K Run
Participate in the 33rd Annual Van Metre 5K Run—a race that goes further than 3.1 miles, where every stride you take supports Children’s National Hospital. The Van Metre 5K Run donates 100% of proceeds to Children’s National Hospital and has
