Author: Potomac Local News
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Prince William County, Va. –– The man looking to unseat Prince William County Board Chairman Corey Stewart got a nod Monday from a seasoned Northern Virginia politician.
Democratic congressman Jim Moran (D-8th) endorsed Babur Lateef in his bid to become Prince William’s next board chair.
Stafford County, Va. –– Marine Sgt. Kenny Lyons gave a limb for his country while serving in Iraq.
The fire was reported just after 3 p.m., at mile post 142, south of Garrisonville Road (Va. 610).
Fire crews on the scene reported a fire in the engine compartment of the vehicle, and quickly worked to douse the blaze, according to initial reports.
Woodbridge, Va. –– An underage male student from Gar-Field High School had a sexual relationship with a woman from Stafford County, police said.
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North Stafford, Va. –– There’s going to be a crackdown on illegal parking in two of Stafford’s busiest commuter lots.
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Dale City, Va. –– With the smell of fresh-popped kettle corn wafting in the air, some 18 vendors began the 2011 season of the Dale City Farmer’s Market.
Lorton, Va. –– Students’ artwork was on display in Lorton this weekend.
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Woodbridge, Va. –– That short merge lane from Gordon Boulevard (Va. 123) onto Interstate 95 south will be extended.
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If your green thumb is looking a little black around the edges the Prince William Master Gardeners can help.
Nancy Berlin, Natural Resources Specialist for the Virginia Cooperative Extension and Master Gardener Coordinator says that the Master Gardener program exists to cultivate a joy for gardening, not just plants. “We offer environmental education programs for all ages and skill levels, you don’t have to be a Master to get involved,” said Berlin.