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Manassas

Bull Run Harley-Davidson in Manassas Closes, Merges with Patriot in Fairfax

By Potomac Local News

InsideNoVA reported that Bull Run Harley-Davidson in Manassas has closed and consolidated with Patriot Harley-Davidson following a sale. The Manassas shop at 9321 Center St. closed at the end of May, with employees transitioning to the Fairfax location. California-based Performance Brokerage Services facilitated the deal between Lindsay Automotive Group and PVM Enterprises, led by Paul Veracka.

The move combines resources to expand market share and customer service for Harley-Davidson riders across Northern Virginia, building on Bull Run’s 2017 origins from Whitt’s Harley-Davidson in historic Old Town Manassas. PVM Enterprises is the largest Harley-Davidson dealer on the East Coast.

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Quantico

Quantico Marine Corps Base Hosts Independence Day Celebration on July 2

By Potomac Local News

Marine Corps Base Quantico announced via Facebook that the Independence Day Celebration is scheduled for July 2 at 5 p.m. at Lejeune Field, featuring food trucks, yard games, a performance by the Marine Corps Band, and a fireworks show starting at 9:15 p.m.

This family-friendly event on base celebrates 250 years of American freedom and offers Northern Virginia residents a chance to enjoy patriotic festivities with military community spirit.

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Stafford

Rescued Eagle Returns to Stafford Skies

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Stafford County Sheriff’s Office reported that, alongside the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center and Stafford County residents, officials helped release an eagle rescued by the county’s Animal Control unit around Memorial Day. The bird received excellent care at the wildlife center before being returned to the wild.

The successful release highlights ongoing local wildlife rehabilitation efforts in Stafford County, allowing the majestic raptor to once again soar through Northern Virginia skies.

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Prince William

DHS Urges Spanberger to Work with ICE After Child Sex Crime in Prince William County

By Potomac Local News

7News reported that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger not to release Jose Nahun Aleman Hernandez, an illegal immigrant charged with molesting a 5-year-old girl at a babysitter’s home in Woodbridge.

ICE lodged a detainer against Hernandez, who entered the country illegally, and DHS criticized Spanberger’s executive orders limiting cooperation with ICE and 287(g) agreements.

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Prince William

Dumfries Advances Waterfront Redevelopment, Small Area Planning, and Comprehensive Plan Goals

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Demolition work is progressing on the town-owned waterfront property as Dumfries continues to advance long-term planning and redevelopment initiatives.

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Police Blotter

Police Blotter: Assault Arrest, Indecent Exposure Reported

By Potomac Local News

On June 17 at 9:45 a.m., deputies responded to a fight in progress at the William J. Howell Library on Lyons Boulevard. The victims reported that the suspect brake-checked their vehicle and followed them into the parking lot, where he confronted them, shoved one victim, and punched the other. A witness confirmed the events. The 60-year-old man from Fredericksburg admitted to confronting the victims and throwing a punch. He was arrested and charged with two counts of assault and battery.

On June 17 at 9:26 a.m., deputies responded to Ludwell Lane for a fraud report. The victim mailed a check that was later altered and cleared for a different amount. Camera footage provided no leads. The victim provided copies of the checks to investigators.

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Virginia

Virginia Senate Proposes $1.7 Billion Data Center Generator Fee

By Potomac Local News
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“Virginia Senate leaders unveiled a budget proposal Tuesday that would raise an estimated $1.7 billion over two years through a new fee on data center generators,” The Center Square reported. The tiered impact fee on new generators would start Jan. 1 as part of unresolved budget negotiations with the House and Gov. Abigail Spanberger due by June 30.

The plan offers an alternative to phasing out sales tax exemptions for data centers, a key issue for Northern Virginia localities like Prince William and Stafford facing rapid industry growth and related infrastructure demands.

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Traffic

Virginia Gas Prices Drop for Third Week

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“Virginians are paying less at the pump this week as gasoline prices have fallen for three straight weeks, with the statewide average for regular unleaded gasoline dropping to $3.77 per gallon,” The Center Square reported. “Virginia’s average price was down from $3.91 a week ago and $4.32 a month ago.”

GasBuddy analyst Patrick De Haan noted prices fell in 47 states last week and could keep trending lower with steady market conditions.

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Fredericksburg

Podcast: New Name, Bigger Vision: Fredericksburg Region Launches Virginia’s Innovation Crossroads

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The Fredericksburg Regional Alliance, a longtime regional economic development organization, has officially rebranded as Virginia’s Innovation Crossroads (VIC), aiming to position the area as a unified hub for innovation, advanced manufacturing, and talent retention.

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Prince William

Dumfries Town Council Approves Flock Safety License Plate Reader Policy

By Potomac Local News

The Dumfries Town Council unanimously approved a new policy governing the use of automated license plate reader (LPR) technology by the Dumfries Police Department during its June 16, 2026, meeting.

The policy establishes guidelines for the operation, access, retention, sharing, and auditing of data from eight Flock Safety LPR cameras. Flock Safety is an Atlanta-based company whose LPR systems are among the most widely used in Virginia.

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