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Delores Ione Rison

Published February 3, 2014 at 9:25AM

Obituary for Delores Ione Rison

Delores Ione Rison, 85, of Milford, VA, passed away on January 29, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Russell C. Rison. Loving mother of Georgia Herrell (Marvin); Lucille Dodson (Richard Minter); Russell D. Rison (Rosemary); Mitchell P. Rison ; and Teny Cahill (Bobby). Cherished grandmother of 22. Great Grandmother and Great Great Grandmother to many. The family will receive friends at the MOUNTCASTLE TURCH FUNERAL HOME, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City, VA 22193 on Sunday, February 1, 2014 from 1 to 5 PM, where services will be held on Monday at 12 Noon. Interment will follow at Dumfries Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Mary Washington Hospice, www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/services/hospice or the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org/donate

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James B. Pittman

By Potomac Local News

Published February 3, 2014 at 9:24AM

James B. Pittman, 90, of Woodbridge, VA, passed away on January 27, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Grace Pittman. Loving father of Randy Pittman (Sandra); Sherry Lucas ( Herbert); Brenda Simmons; Eddie Pittman (Lisa); and Jennifer Via (Jl). Cherished grandfather of 20, great grandfather of 38 and 1great great grandson. Dear brother of Mildred Herndon and Elizabeth Williams. Mr. Pittman was predeceased by his sons Alec Pittman (Late Sharon) and Jeff Pittman (Late Patty), as well as a sister Doris Sears. James was a Navy Veteran of World War II. The family will receive friends at the MOUNTCASTLE TURCH FUNERAL HOME, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City, VA 22193 on Monday, February 3, 2014 from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM, where a funeral service will be held Tuesday at 12 Noon. Interment will follow in Quantico National Cemetery with Navy Honors at 1:30 PM.

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Updated: Prince William’s Website Back Up

By Potomac Local News

Published February 3, 2014 at 9:07AM | Updated February 3, 2014 at 11:17AM

The Seal of Prince William County, Va.

11 a.m.

The Prince William County website is working again.

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Flash Cube

By Potomac Local News

Published February 3, 2014 at 9:04AM

Bi-County Parkway By the Numbers: Does Population Spike Prove Need? —As Loudoun moves to third in county population estimates, advocates say road is needed for “regional equity.” [Patch.com]

VDOT considers truck ban for Occoquan — The GPS programs in some big rigs are telling drivers that cutting through Occoquan between Va. 123 and Old Bridge Road is a great way to save some time. [Insidenova.com]

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Temps will Determine Changeover from Rain to Snow

By Potomac Local News

Published February 2, 2014 at 12:20PM | Updated February 3, 2014 at 11:23AM

[Photo from Lake Ridge, Va. -- March 6, 2013]

The time it takes for rain to change over to snow will determine how much accumulation, if any, we will see from the low pressure system to move through our area tonight and into Monday morning.

A winter storm watch is issued for Loudoun County, but no warnings are in effect for Prince William. But we still could see some flakes, according to the weather service.

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House Explosion Reported in Stafford

By Potomac Local News

Published February 2, 2014 at 9:22AM

A house explosion on Hopkins Branch Way in Stafford County was reported last night by the Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department.

Units responded to the call of the explosion, and there are indications that a gas leak may have been the cause. No injuries were reported.

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Snowflakes Expected in Stafford Tonight

By Potomac Local News

Published February 2, 2014 at 9:04AM

Snow is back in the forecast is back for us tonight. While Stafford County is not currently under a winter storm watch, nearby Loudoun County and counties in Maryland are under a winter storm watch, with a projection of more than five inches of snow to begin tonight.

There is a possibility for wintry conditions in Stafford, with a mixture of rain and snow, although little snow accumulation is expected.

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Get the Salt Out

By Potomac Local News

Published January 31, 2014 at 3:39PM

A line of cars waiting to pull into the White Horse Auto Wash on U.S. 1 in Woodbridge backed out onto the street at 3:30 p.m. Friday.

The busy business already had several vehicles being cleaned while more customers waited patiently to get their rides hosed down with soap and water.

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Increased Patrols Expected for Superbowl Sunday in Stafford

By Potomac Local News

Published January 31, 2014 at 2:20PM

As part of the Fans Don’t Let Fans Drunk Drive Campaign, the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office will be increasing patrols throughout the county for Super Bowl Sunday festivities on Sunday.

More information from a Stafford County Sherriff’s Office release:

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Northern Virginia Drivers Cited Most for Texting While Driving

By Potomac Local News

Published January 31, 2014 at 11:14AM | Updated February 1, 2014 at 9:59AM

Photo: Mary Davidson

More drivers in Northern Virginia are being cited for texting while driving than any other portion of the state.

New statistics from the police agency show 567 drivers were cited statewide for sending a text message while behind the wheel in 2013. A total of 287 of those drivers were cited while in Northern Virginia, to include Fairfax, Prince William, and Loudoun counties.