Weather

Prince William County Public Schools says it is closely monitoring the forecast for this weekend as a major winter storm threatens the region. Any decisions on delays or closures will be based on guidance from emergency management, meteorologists, and state highway officials, along with inspections of roads, sidewalks, parking lots, and bus lanes across the county.

School officials say they try to make weather-related decisions as early as possible to give families time to plan. In most cases, a decision is made the night before, or by no later than 4:30 a.m. on the morning of a closure if conditions remain uncertain. Once a decision is made, notifications will be shared quickly through multiple communication channels.


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Marine Corps Base Quantico says its operating status will be updated as forecasted winter weather approaches and impacts base operations this weekend. Officials are urging personnel and visitors to regularly check official channels for the latest information.

Updates will be posted on the base’s weather webpage, social media accounts, and sent through the MCB Quantico Mass Notification System as conditions evolve. The base also shared winter weather preparedness resources from surrounding local governments.


Weather

Manassas Regional Airport says it is actively monitoring a forecasted snow event expected to impact the region this weekend. Airport officials say crews, contractors, and specialized equipment are ready to respond if winter weather affects operations, with a focus on reopening runways as quickly as possible after snowfall ends.

The airport operates under an FAA-approved Snow and Ice Control Plan that outlines priorities during winter weather events. Airport stakeholders are encouraged to monitor NOTAMs, the airport’s website, and official social media channels for the latest operational updates as the storm approaches.


Weather

A major winter storm is increasingly likely to impact the region from late Saturday through Sunday, bringing heavy snow, areas of sleet and freezing rain, and significant travel disruptions.

Forecast confidence is high that most areas will see substantial winter weather, with some locations facing a dangerous mix of snow and ice. Bitterly cold air will follow the storm, with near record-low temperatures and wind chills lasting into early next week.


Manassas

A 74-year-old woman died after her car was hit by a pickup truck that reportedly ran a red light in Manassas on Friday.

Police say the crash happened around 1:52 p.m. on January 19 at the intersection of Liberia Avenue and the Davis Ford Shopping Center. A black Ram pickup allegedly failed to stop at the red light and struck a tan Toyota sedan that was turning left. The driver of the sedan, identified as Marjorie Reynolds, was seriously injured and later died at a nearby hospital.


Weather

A weak system moved through the region Saturday, bringing light snow mainly to the mountains, with some lingering snow showers possible into the evening. Attention now turns to a second system late tonight into Sunday, which could bring light snow or a rain/snow mix, mainly east of the Blue Ridge. While any accumulation on Sunday should be minor for most areas, much colder air arrives early next week, with dangerously cold wind chills by Tuesday morning.

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Prince William

“Our office is committed to dismantling criminal enterprises that profit from human suffering.” “These arrests stem from a joint investigation between the FBI, the Prince William County Police Department, and the Virginia State Police,” U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia said.

Following a raid yesterday, Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, federal authorities allege that since May 2023, Kosha and Tarun Sharma, who operate the Red Carpet Inn in Dumfries, took a cut of profits from illegal activity on the motel’s third floor. Between May and December 2025, law enforcement conducted controlled buys of fentanyl and cocaine and prostitution encounters tied to the location. Four other individuals — Margo Waldon Pierce, Joshua Reddick, and Rashard Perrish Smith — were arrested on related charges. All defendants are charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, facing a mandatory minimum of 10 years in prison if convicted.


Stafford

Stafford County residents will have a chance to weigh in on the controversial North Anna–Kraken Loop Electric Transmission Project during a public listening session on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Brooke Point High School, 1700 Courthouse Road. The session begins at 6:30 p.m. and is intended to provide information on the project’s regulatory process while gathering community feedback.

The evening will feature two identical presentations—one at 6:30 p.m. and another at 8 p.m.—to accommodate more attendees. Following the presentations, attendees can visit interactive stations organized by the five proposed transmission line segments located within Stafford County. County officials will be on hand to answer questions, collect feedback, and share large-scale maps to help residents understand how the project may affect their neighborhoods.


Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg Winter Restaurant Week kicks off Friday, January 16, and runs through Sunday, January 25, 2026, bringing deals and special menus to diners across the city. The event features local restaurants, coffee shops, bakeries, and specialty food spots offering a wide range of price-friendly options.

This year’s Restaurant Week welcomes first-time participants including Locavore, Smugglers Cafe, and Fearless Gluten Free Cafe. Their addition brings new energy and flavors to the event, which has become a popular tradition in Fredericksburg’s food scene.


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