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Manassas Man Dies in Woodbridge Crash

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A 41-year-old Manassas man died Friday afternoon, April 10, 2026, after his car pulled onto Harbor Drive from a private road and was struck by another vehicle in the Lake Ridge area of Woodbridge.

Prince William County police responded around 2:29 p.m. April 10 to the intersection of Harbor Drive and a private road across from 12730 Harbor Drive. Investigators said Joseph Franklin Ledoux was driving a 2014 Hyundai Sonata when it entered Harbor Drive and collided with a southbound 2018 Dodge Durango. Ledoux was pronounced dead at the scene.

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274 New Homes Planned for Dumfries Main Street as Developer Clears Trees and Moves Toward Construction

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Vista Residential Partners is advancing plans for 274 new residential units along Dumfries Main Street, with visible progress marked by recent tree clearing and an aggressive timeline targeting groundbreaking later in 2026.

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Stafford Homeowners Face Higher Tax Bills as Schools, Debt, and Growth Drive County Spending

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Stafford County homeowners left the April 7, 2026, budget public hearing with a clear message: the cost of living in Stafford is going up again, and they’re the ones expected to pay for it.

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Prince William Residents Urge Supervisors to Drop Digital Gateway Appeal: ‘Stop Spending Our Money to Sue Us’

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Prince William Conservation Alliance members held a press conference urging the Board of County Supervisors to drop its lawsuit in favor of the Prince William Digital Gateway. [Photo: Prince William Conversation Alliance]

Residents packed the Board of County Supervisors meeting on April 7, 2026, pressing the board to withdraw immediately from the Digital Gateway lawsuit and redirect more than $2 million in taxpayer funds to housing, employee wages and a water study.

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Volunteers Push for More Animal Shelter Staffing as Prince William Budget Takes Shape

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Volunteers and a member of the Animal Advisory Committee urged the Prince William County Board of Supervisors on April 7, 2026, to fund additional staffing at the county’s Animal Services facility as part of the developing FY2027 budget.

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Buc-ee’s Proposal Sparks Sharp Divide at Stafford County Board Meeting

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Stafford County residents voiced passionate and often conflicting views on a proposed Buc-ee’s travel center during the Board of Supervisors meeting on April 7, 2026, highlighting deep community divisions over growth, traffic, economic benefits, and quality of life in the Garrisonville and Rock Hill areas near Courthouse Road and Interstate 95.

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Spring Market Season 2026: Haymarket, Manassas, Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania Opening Dates

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As warmer days return to Northern Virginia, the 2026 farmers market season is blooming with promise. From vibrant produce stands to handmade treasures and ready-to-eat delights, these beloved community hubs are the perfect way to connect with neighbors, support regional farmers and artisans, and fill your basket with the freshest seasonal goods.

Spotsylvania Farmers Market The season is already underway in Spotsylvania, where the market opened on Saturday, April 4. Early shoppers have discovered fantastic vendors like Always Flavored, who are encouraging everyone to “come hungry and leave flavored” with their exciting sauces and seasonings.

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Supervisors Recognize ACTS During Sexual Assault Awareness Month

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The Prince William County Board of Supervisors issued a proclamation on April 7, 2026, recognizing ACTS (Action in Community Through Service) during the early portion of its regular meeting, alongside other community recognitions.

The proclamation honored ACTS for its longstanding contributions to residents facing crisis, including support for survivors of sexual assault, as part of the board’s observance of Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

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Prince William Supervisors Signal Support for Route 28 Widening After Bypass Cancellation – But Who Will Fund It?

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Prince William County supervisors signaled broad support Tuesday, April 7, 2026, for widening a 2.5-mile stretch of Route 28 from four to six lanes between Manassas and the Fairfax County line, but raised pointed questions about how to cover ballooning costs after the county formally canceled the long-planned Route 28 bypass last year.

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Anglers Invited to Occoquan Shad Run

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Anglers of all ages are invited to the 2026 Occoquan Shad Run this Saturday. The Town of Occoquan is hosting the free event from 9 a.m. to noon on April 11 at River Mill Park, giving participants a chance to fish the historic Occoquan River during the spring shad migration.

Anglers can cast from approved riverbank spots, the footbridge or by launching a kayak or boat directly onto the water. The run focuses mainly on hickory shad, though American shad may appear. American shad must be released immediately because of a statewide conservation moratorium.

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