Candidates in 13th, 50th House races to debate tonight
Four candidates vying for House of Delegates seats in Prince William County will debate tonight on Zoom. The Prince William Committee of 100 will host candidates in in the 13th District (Democrat incumbent Danica Roem and Republican challenger Christopher Stone) and 50th District (Democrat Michelle Maldonado and Republican Dr. Steve Pleickhardt). [Prince William Committee of 100]
Bullets fly in Woodbridge
From Prince William police: On October 12 at 8:29PM, officers responded to the 1400 block of Cottonwood Ct. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed that two groups of individuals were near the above area when gunfire was exchanged. Some of the individuals from one of the groups ran to a nearby residence and contacted the police, while other individuals fled in a light-colored vehicle prior to police arriving in the area. No injuries were reported. While canvassing officers located two unoccupied vehicles that sustained damage consistent with being struck by projectiles. This incident does not appear random. The investigation continues.
A 17-year-old was killed in a crash on Purcell Road early this morning.
Two teenagers in were inside of the car speeding, police said, when the car flipped about a mile west of Dale Boulevard in Dale City.
First-time candidate Sandy Cole challenging Incumbent Meg Bohmke in Stafford’s Falmouth supervisors race
Stafford County Supervisor Meg Bohmke, who has represented the Falmouth District for nearly eight years, faces political newcomer Sandy Cole in the Nov. 2 election. [Fredericksburg.com]
Those who are behind on their water bills are encouraged to get on a payment plan.
The Prince William County Service Authority says it’s willing to set up payment plans for more than 4,100 customers who are behind on their bills, or about four percent of the utilities’ customers. The payment plans are being offered from hose who 60 days or more behind on their accounts, and have not resounded to calls or messages about their overdue accounts.
Walmart theft leads to 3 arrests
From the Stafford sheriff’s office: [Monday, Oct. 11] at 10:46 a.m., Deputy A.W. Sypolt responded to the Walmart at 11 Village Parkway for a report of a theft. The loss prevention employee reported the female suspect got into a Ford Taurus and the male suspect left on foot.
Major delays tonight and tomorrow to open second southbound bridge over Rappahannock River
Travelers can expect major delays on Interstate 95 southbound to allow the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to open the second I-95 southbound bridge over the Rappahannock River in the Fredericksburg area. [VDOT]
Prince William County has a new chief at its office of elections. He’ll take over after the November 2 General Election.
From the county government: The Prince William County Electoral Board is excited to announce the hiring of Eric Olsen as the new Director of Elections (General Registrar) for Prince William County. The announcement comes following an extensive search and competitive hiring process. Mr. Olsen will start on November 8, 2021.
Crews working to build a new public safety center in in Manassas fell 30 feet to the ground.
From the Manassas government: On Friday, Oct. 8 at about 4 p.m. a construction scaffolding partially collapsed at the under-construction Public Safety Headquarters at 9608 Grant Ave in the City of Manassas. The scaffolding was in place to support exterior work of the building. Two workers were injured during the incident. The fall was approximately 30 feet. Both suffered non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to nearby hospitals. The scene is under investigation by OSHA, and the City of Manassas Risk Management.
Dumfries now has a place for caregivers to change adult diapers at its town hall.
From Dumfries Councilwoman Cydny Neville: When you visit the John Wilmer Porter Building on Main Street in Dumfries, you’ll notice a change on the first floor. One of the restrooms has been upgraded to an all gender, handicap restroom, with an adult changing station!
