Author: Dalila Conde

Business

Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces 2025 Leadership and Board Members

By Dalila Conde
Stafford Economic Development: Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce

The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce has announced Michelle Caldwell Thompson, owner and President of CTI Real Estate, as the 2025 Chair of the Board. The Chamber also welcomes its new board members for 2025, including George Barnick of Fredericksburg Technology, Latasha Brooks of A&B Creative Events, Chip Boyles of the George Washington Regional Commission, Barbara Gustavson of Discover Next Step, and Werner Jansen of Bloomia. Additionally, Jennifer McGovern of Parrish Snead Franklin Simpson, PLC, has been named the Chamber’s legal counsel for the upcoming year.

The board officers for 2025 include Michelle Caldwell Thompson as Chair, Ginni Matern of Matern Staffing as Vice Chair, Kevin Dillard of LifeCare Medical Transports as Immediate Past Chair, Shawn Sloan of The Media Partners as Treasurer, and Susan Garnett Spears continuing as President and CEO.

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News

OmniRide Announces Service Changes Effective December 9

By Dalila Conde

OmniRide will introduce significant service changes starting Monday, December 9, affecting all Express, Metro Express, and Local routes.

As part of these updates, the organization will begin serving the newly opened Neabsco Commuter Garage in Woodbridge, replacing the OmniRide Transit Center for several routes. Additionally, two western Express routes will be extended: the Gainesville-Washington route will now originate in Front Royal, and the Gainesville-Pentagon-L’Enfant Plaza-Navy Yard route will start in Warrenton. However, the Gainesville-Dulles/Herndon/Reston route will be discontinued.

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Features

Community Interfaith Concert Scheduled for December 15th in Gainesville

By Dalila Conde
[Image: Pixabay]

The program will feature music from the Little Zion Baptist Church, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Gainesville High School Ensemble, and the Gainesville Virginia Stake of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, among others. Traditional carols and seasonal favorites will be performed.

Brief messages reflecting on the Christmas season will be shared by Pastor George Carlisle, Pastor James McCray, and President Hans Carlson, who is hosting the event for the first time. Carlson expressed his enthusiasm, emphasizing the concert’s focus on community and holiday spirit.

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Prince William

Boat Ramp to Open at Neabsco Regional Park

By Dalila Conde
New Boat Ramp under Construction at Neabsco Regional Park

Neabsco Regional Park is set to feature another recreational amenity, a new boat launch, by the New Year’s.

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News

‘Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical’ at Journey Theater in Vint Hill

By Dalila Conde
The Wagner Family at Journey Theater

Triune Entertainment is producing Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical at Journey Theater in Vint Hill, Virginia, with performances on December 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, and 29. The musical, based on Barbara Robinson’s beloved story, features orchestrations by Malcolm Hillgartner and a book by Jahnna Beecham. It tells a heartwarming story of grace, kindness, and community, becoming a holiday classic.

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Manassas

Fitness Studio on Liberia Avenue to Hold Ribbon Cutting

By Dalila Conde

Dylan Smith and Ester Garrido, who share a passion for fitness, recently opened Training Ed, a private personal training studio in Manassas at 9824 Liberia Avenue. With 10–15 years of experience and multiple certifications, their trainers provide personalized, contract-free sessions in a supportive environment.

The facility is equipped with premium gear and offers both in-person and virtual coaching, focusing on education and tailored programs for lasting results.

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News

Raccoon on a Mission to Reduce Litter

By Dalila Conde
Trashy the Raccoon

We all want to live in a community that is fun, safe, and, at its core, clean. However, it’s easier said than done.

Maintaining an inviting, enjoyable space has challenges, from monetary expenses to valuable time and effort. Prince William County has been attempting to address the biggest environmental culprit – litter. To combat this, the county has implemented additional litter crews for several roadways, especially ones regularly littered. These crews operate on a consistent schedule. However, this doesn’t mark the end of their efforts – meet Trashy!

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Manassas

Manassas Police Reinstate Safe Exchange Zones

By Dalila Conde

With the return of the city’s safe exchange zone at the Manassas City Police Department, residents of Manassas now have a designated safe space to conduct online purchases and child custody exchanges.

Located behind the Public Safety Facility at 9608 Grant Ave., the zone is marked and offers a secure environment for community members to meet.

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Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg Police Makes Arrest for 7-Eleven Armed Robbery

By Dalila Conde
Fredericksburg Police Makes Arrest: Marquis Harrell

A suspect in an armed robbery at a 7-Eleven in Fredericksburg has been apprehended. In the early hours of November 13, 2024, a masked individual presented a firearm and demanded cash from a 7-Eleven cashier at 340 Amaret Street before fleeing on foot. Fredericksburg police shared surveillance footage details with Stafford County authorities, who located and arrested Marquis Harrell, 30, at a different 7-Eleven. Harrell faces multiple charges, including using a firearm in a felony, robbery, and brandishing a weapon. The investigation is ongoing, and further charges may be filed across jurisdictions.

On November 13, 2024, at 1:33 a.m., our E-911 Communications Center received a call about an armed robbery at the 7-Eleven located at 340 Amaret Street.

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