Author: Aya Karouane

I'm a high school junior at Mountain View High. A Stafford local, I love to learn more about our area!

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Stafford’s Courthouse Gets a Face-Lift

By Aya Karouane

Stafford County has installed temporary fencing at the Stafford Courthouse for routine maintenance, including painting and window repairs, as part of responsible stewardship of the historic structure. The courthouse, designated as a Historic Resource Overlay District, is subject to protective zoning regulations, and any major exterior changes require approval from the Stafford County Architectural Review Board. The courthouse refresh comes as Stafford Supervisors debate spending $209 million on a new courthouse 

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Man Charged With Shooting into an Unoccupied Vehicle

By Aya Karouane

On November 11, 2024, a suspect was arrested in connection with a shooting incident on August 4, 2023, in Woodbridge, where the suspect fired multiple rounds at a vehicle. The suspect was charged with shooting into an unoccupied vehicle and reckless handling of a firearm, and is being held pending a court date.

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Success Space Opening at Spotsylvania Towne Centre

By Aya Karouane

Spotsylvania Towne Centre is introducing Success Space, a 5,300 square foot coworking and business facility offering offices, meeting rooms, and support services for temporary use. The space, located next to Sephora, will hold a Groundbreaking and Grand Opening on November 18, 2024.

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Man Charged in Stafford, Spotsylvania Robberies

By Aya Karouane
Spotsylvania Sheriff's office responded to a domestic violence report that resulted in an officer shooting.

On November 12, a man committed multiple robberies at convenience stores in the area, displaying a handgun and fleeing with money from each location, police said.

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Security Guard Charged Pinched Student’s Cheek, Say Police, Faces Charges

By Aya Karouane

On November 7, an investigation was initiated into an assault at Freedom High School involving a school security officer who allegedly pinched an 18-year-old female student’s cheek during an inappropriate conversation on October 8.

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America Recycles Day – Take the “I Recycle” Pledge through Nov. 20

By Aya Karouane
[Photo courtesy of Prince William County]

On Friday, November 15, Prince William County will join national celebrations for America Recycles Day with events at Chinn Park Regional Library and Central Library, where residents can learn about recycling and participate in the “I Recycle” pledge contest.

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NOVEC HELPS Partners with NOVEC for Annual Day of Caring at Willing Warriors Retreat

By Aya Karouane
NOVEC HELPS members Ruth Holdbrook, Kim Case Timberlake and Nan Musick work in one of the gardens at Willing Warriors Retreat in Haymarket during the sixth annual Day of Caring. [Image: NOVEC]

On October 23, NOVEC employees participated in the sixth annual Day of Caring at the Willing Warriors Retreat in Haymarket, partnering with NOVEC HELPS to volunteer for landscaping, gardening, and other tasks. The event also included a $2,500 donation to the retreat, which provides a respite for wounded service members and their families.

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Commonwealth Aviation Celebrates Merger and Expansion with Manassas Based Aero Elite

By Aya Karouane
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Founded in 2020, Commonwealth Aviation has merged with Aero Elite and expanded to a new office space in Manassas, becoming one of the largest flight schools in the mid-Atlantic. The new location was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting on November 1, offering a professional and welcoming environment for students and pilots.

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