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Manassas

Manassas missiles! Defense firm blasts into town with jobs, tech, and firepower

By Potomac Local News

CoAspire, a Fairfax-based defense and aerospace company, is opening a new assembly and manufacturing facility in Manassas, further boosting the city’s status as a hub for high-tech, high-wage jobs in the defense sector. The company is best known for its work on the Rapidly Adaptable Affordable Cruise Missile (RAACM), a next-generation, 3D-printed missile designed for affordability and exportability.

The company will occupy the former 30,000-square-foot Georator facility and plans to hire more than 25 employees for roles in engineering, precision manufacturing, quality assurance, and production support. Job postings are expected to appear on LinkedIn in the coming weeks as CoAspire ramps up operations.

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Business

Fredericksburg Regional Chamber announces 2026 new Board of Directors Chair, Vice Chair and board members

By Potomac Local News
Stafford Economic Development: Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce

The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce has named Ginni Matern, Owner and President of Matern Staffing in Spotsylvania, as the 2026 Chair of the Board.

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Prince William

Manassas and Warrenton food pantries receive 36,000-pound donation to fight hunger

By Potomac Local News

Two Northern Virginia nonprofits — Northern Virginia Food Rescue (NOVA-FR) in Manassas and Fauquier FISH in Warrenton — received a massive food delivery earlier this month to support local families facing hunger. Each organization was given 18,000 pounds of food and pantry staples on December 11 as part of a national initiative by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The donation marks the first in the Washington, D.C. area from the Church’s America250 campaign, which pledges to donate 250 semi-trucks of food to food pantries across the U.S. by the end of 2026. Items included peanut butter, pancake mix, canned vegetables, pasta and more.

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Features

Virginia State Parks invite visitors to ring in 2026 with First Day Hikes

By Potomac Local News
Widewater State Park in Stafford County. [Photo: Virginia State Parks]

“New this year, DCR will be hosting a few guided hikes at natural area preserves, which are managed by the Virginia Natural Heritage Program,” DCR stated. “Visit the special event website for more information on how to reserve your spot for this unique way to kick off the new year.”

Virginia State Parks will offer a wide range of First Day Hike activities on January 1, including midnight hikes at Pocahontas and Lake Anna, sunrise hikes at parks such as Widewater and Sky Meadows, wildlife and history-themed hikes, and special dog-friendly programs at select locations. Visitors will receive a commemorative sticker while supplies last, and most parks will host multiple guided hikes and programs throughout the day. A full list of hikes and details is available on the DCR website.

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Podcast

Growth, housing, and traffic: Victor Angry on what’s next for Prince William County

By Potomac Local News

Prince William County Supervisor Victor Angry says the county must continue approving new housing, even as residents raise concerns about traffic, schools, and infrastructure, arguing that Northern Virginia’s housing shortage leaves local leaders with few alternatives.

Angry, who represents the Neabsco District on the Prince William Board of County Supervisors, joined Potomac Local News founder and publisher Uriah Kiser for a wide-ranging interview focused on growth, long-term planning, and several major development projects now moving forward across the county.

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Prince William

Prince William police to encrypt radios, joining Manassas, Fredericksburg, and Stafford

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Prince William County Police Chief Peter Newsham [Photo: Uriah Kiser]

Beginning Jan. 5, 2026, Prince William County Police Department radios will switch to encrypted transmissions, preventing residents, media outlets, and scanner apps from monitoring police activity in real time.

Police officials say the move reflects national public safety standards and is designed to protect sensitive information routinely transmitted during calls for service.

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Stafford

Rock Hill Church Road reopens early after tree removal work

By Potomac Local News

Rock Hill Church Road is back open to traffic ahead of schedule after crews completed tree removal work at Aquia Creek in Stafford County.

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) announced the reopening at 2:15 p.m. on Tuesday, December 19. The road had been scheduled to remain closed through Monday, December 22, as part of preparations for a bridge replacement project set to begin in summer 2026.

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Stafford

Stafford seeks stronger voice at SCC as Kraken Loop advances

By Potomac Local News

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors on Dec. 16 unanimously approved a resolution authorizing continued county action on the proposed North Anna–Kraken Loop Transmission Line Project.

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Stafford

Stafford Christmas Parade Returns to Pratt Park on Dec. 20 with “Christmas Vacation” Theme

By Potomac Local News

The annual Stafford Christmas Parade returns to Pratt Park on Saturday, December 20, 2025, bringing holiday cheer, festive floats, and community spirit to the heart of Stafford County.

Presented by Stafford Fair, the parade will step off at 3 p.m. Organizers encourage spectators to arrive early to secure parking, grab food, and claim the best viewing spots.

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Weather

Strong winds today as cold front sweeps through

By Potomac Local News

A strong cold front is pushing through the area this morning, bringing scattered showers early, followed by clearing skies and falling temperatures this afternoon. Gusty west winds will be the main concern today, with breezy conditions lasting into the evening before calming overnight. High pressure builds in Saturday with sunshine and lighter winds, followed by a milder and mostly sunny Sunday.

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