- Congrats to last night’s Leadership Prince William Graduates.
- I’ve never heard the Manassas mayor weigh in on anything like this.
- It’s fair to say we’ve never directly heard anything from her.
- She’s consistently refused to give this news organization an interview during her 2020 campaign or after taking office in 2021.
- We’ve tried multiple times.
- Nicely done, Safford Brown Subaru of Manassas.
- What do you think about paying panhandlers not to panhandle?
- We’ve welcomed ten new members so far this month!
- Hello to Janet, Abigail, and Robert.
- We’re 441 strong.
- Please help us get to 450, and thank you.
- Stuff to do this weekend plus our regular Events Calendar (You can post ticked events of $15 or less here for FREE)
- Happy (early) Father’s Day!
- Dixie Bones will post its Dad’s Day deal here.
- They’re a Potomac Local Sponsor, and we’re grateful for their support!
Have a great weekend!
Uriah Kiser
Founder & Publisher
Potomac Local News
Recent Stories
This week’s police reports include a disturbing child neglect case in Woodbridge where a 2-year-old was found alone outside, an abandoned cat rescued from behind a Stafford pet store, and a nearly $200,000 fraud stopped in its tracks by quick-thinking Manassas detectives.
Food lovers, mark your calendars. Fredericksburg’s Summer Restaurant Week returns Friday, July 25, and runs through Sunday, August 3, bringing deals and special menus to more than 35 local eateries.
Lillian Eleanor Frisch, a devoted mother, organist, and lifelong volunteer, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, at age 89.
A proposal to name a new public park after former Delegate Luke Torian (D-24, Prince William County) and his wife, Clarice, was removed from the July 1, 2025, Dumfries Town Council agenda — delaying what many community members hoped would be a celebratory vote.
The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is your destination for all arts and culture activities in Northern Virginia. Find a concert, play, poetry reading, or exhibition in your neighborhood—many events are free and family-friendly!
Are you part of a performing arts group, school, or cultural organization? You can add your events and classes, too. The ArtsFairfax Events Calendar is free and easy to use.
Your attendance at local arts events supports small businesses in our community and the art makers who help make Fairfax and its surrounding region so vibrant. With the ArtsFairfax Events Calendar, you can stay curious and stay local to plan your next arts adventure!
Go Ape, America’s leading aerial adventure park provider, is proud to unveil a revitalized experience across its iconic Zipline & Adventure Parks. This refresh goes beyond physical upgrades; it reflects a renewed mission to foster meaningful connections between people, nature, and self.
“Go Ape has always been about thrilling treetop adventures,” says Chrissy Very, Senior Director of Marketing. “Now, we’re redefining what it means to truly connect: through purpose-driven outdoor experiences that inspire courage, reflection, and joy.”
As access to public outdoor spaces becomes more limited, Go Ape steps in to bridge the gap with immersive, inclusive, and wellness-focused adventures for individuals, families, and groups.
Christmas in July
Volunteer Prince William will be holding a fun-filled Christmas in July event at Heritage Brewing Co on July 26th from 12pm until 6pm with all proceeds going to support the 2025 Untrim-A-Tree and Senior Basket Program. Untrim-A-Tree and Senior Basket
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
