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Weather

Drier Saturday Before Sunday Storms

By Potomac Local News

“Drier conditions on Saturday as high pressure moves into the Mid-Atlantic. Severe thunderstorm chances return on Sunday with an incoming cold front from the northwest,” NWS Baltimore-Washington reported. “Somewhat cooler temperatures and mostly cloudy conditions are expected Monday.”

Today features sunny skies with a high near 90. Sunday brings a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms, a high near 94 with heat index values up to 100, followed by a 40% chance of storms Sunday night. Monday looks mostly sunny with a high near 81.

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I-95 Ramp Work Returns at Exit 143

By Potomac Local News
Va. 610 at I-95 in North Stafford. (Mary Davidson/PotomacLocal.com)

“Milling and paving near exit 143 (Aquia/Garrisonville) between mile markers 142-145 in Stafford County,” the Virginia Department of Transportation reported. “Single lane closure begins at 9 p.m. Double lane closure starts at 10 p.m.”

Multiple overnight ramp closures are also scheduled for the Exit 143 area on I-95 southbound through next week, with drivers urged to use alternate routes such as Exit 148 (Quantico) to Route 1. Work runs nightly from 9 or 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., weather permitting.

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Stafford

Police Pursuit Ends in Embrey Mill Detention

By Potomac Local News

“There is a large police presence in the area of Embrey Mill as the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is assisting with a pursuit from Fredericksburg,” Stafford County Sheriff announced. “The suspect has been detained and there is no threat to the community at this time.”

The update was posted around 2:29 p.m. on June 12 as the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office assisted in the pursuit originating from Fredericksburg.

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Fredericksburg

No More Free Parking? Fredericksburg Eyes Sophia Street Changes

By Potomac Local News

City Council discussed shifting parking management on the 1000 block of Sophia Street during a June 2026 work session, weighing revenue potential against impacts on downtown businesses, employees, and Riverfront Park visitors.

The city owns approximately 37 spaces on the block near Riverfront Park, intertwined with adjacent parcels owned by Stover General in a “piano keys” pattern of alternating ownership. A legacy free parking agreement dating to roughly 2007-2009 has allowed unrestricted use, but Stover General is moving toward a paid model similar to the William Street parking garage operated by Bigos.

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Fredericksburg

New Health Director Addresses Budget Shortfall and Service Reprioritization in Fredericksburg

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Fredericksburg City Hall

At the June 9 Fredericksburg City Council meeting, new Rappahannock Area Health District Director Rachel Stradling outlined her district’s broad responsibilities while addressing ongoing budget challenges that are forcing changes to service delivery, including slower processing of new restaurant permits in the city.

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Prince William

Fridays at 5 Concert Canceled

By Potomac Local News

“We are disappointed to announce that tonight’s Fridays at 5 concert with Delta Spur has been canceled due to impending hazardous weather conditions,” Prince William County Parks & Recreation announced. “The safety of our attendees, performers, and staff remains our top priority.”

The free outdoor concert series was scheduled for Friday, June 12, at Sean T. Connaughton Plaza in Woodbridge.

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Quantico

Quantico Live Fire Training Set for June

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Members of the Marine Corps Embassy Security Group train at Quantico

“Marine Corps Base Quantico operates 43 live-fire ranges that support training from small arms to explosive demolitions to artillery fire to the delivery of live-aerial munitions,” Marine Corps Base Quantico announced. “The impact of noise, vibrations, and/or illuminations experienced across the area can vary greatly depending on the residential location, atmospheric conditions, time of day and reductions to naturally occurring sound barriers.”

The advisory details multiple live fire demonstrations June 12–26, including several overnight sessions from June 15–17, 19, and 22–26 with activities ranging from small charges to grenade launchers. Residents near the base should expect variable noise, vibrations, and illuminations and can follow the base’s Facebook page for schedule updates.

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Prince William

Prince William County Warns of Planning Scam Emails

By Potomac Local News

“The Prince William County Planning Office and Planning Commission will never request payments by wire transfer, credit card or Automated Clearing House (ACH) through email,” Prince William County announced. “All official county email communications are sent from addresses ending in @pwcgov.org.”

“Residents and businesses who have questions about an email’s authenticity should contact the Prince William County Planning Office at 703-792-7615 before responding, providing personal information or making any payment,” the county stated.

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Weather

Severe Storms Possible in Scorching Heat

By Potomac Local News

“The higher probabilities of damaging winds generally along and east of the Blue Ridge,” the National Weather Service reported. “Some of the storms could be severe.”

This afternoon and evening will bring showers and thunderstorms likely mainly after 5 p.m., with a high near 99 and heat index values as high as 107. Severe storms are possible with a 60% chance of precipitation. Tonight, additional showers and thunderstorms are likely mainly before 9 p.m. with an 80% chance. Saturday looks much drier and cooler with mostly sunny skies and a high near 90, while showers could return Sunday.

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Manassas

Police: No Attempted Abduction in Manassas Incident

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Manassas City Police have closed their investigation into a reported attempted abduction at Dean Park, determining that no crime of that nature occurred.

Investigators identified the masked man as Tony Rivas Nolasco, 20, of Manassas, through public tips, surveillance and other leads. During an interview, Nolasco told police he was heavily intoxicated at the time of the June 7 incident at the park on 9501 Dean Park Lane. Authorities found no evidence that he or the second reported individual took any actions toward an abduction.

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