Prince William County Sees Significant Republican Gains in 2024 Election
Republicans made measurable gains in Prince William County during the 2024 election, with Donald Trump increasing his raw vote total by more than 8,500 compared to 2020. While Democrats still carried the county, their margin of victory shrank, signaling a possible shift in the suburban political landscape. (Cardinal News) Read more.
Spotsylvania Planning Commission Recommends By-Right Data Centers in Industrial Zones
The Spotsylvania County Planning Commission has recommended allowing data centers to be developed by-right in industrial zones, streamlining the approval process for such facilities. This move aims to attract data center investments to the county by reducing regulatory hurdles. (Fredericksburg Free Press) Read more.
Prince William Realtor and Pilot Gives Back Through Compassion Airlift
A Prince William County realtor and pilot is making a difference through Compassion Airlift, an initiative providing free air transport for patients in need of specialized medical care. The program helps connect individuals with life-saving treatments by removing transportation barriers. (InsideNoVa) Read more.
Stafford Supervisors Reject Proposal to Make Data Centers Conditional Use in Industrial Zones
The Stafford County Board of Supervisors narrowly voted against an amendment that would have required data centers to obtain special use permits in heavy industrial (M2) zoning districts. Opponents of the amendment argued that maintaining data centers as a by-right use is essential for economic development and infrastructure improvements, while supporters believed the change would provide additional protections for nearby residents. (FXBG Advance) Read more.
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Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that the U.S. Department of Education has determined that Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) is among five Northern Virginia school divisions found to be in violation of Title IX, a federal civil rights law, due to policies allowing students to access restrooms and participate in sports based on gender identity.
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.
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
