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Dumfries Approves Permit for Cultural Events at Outdoor Showplace

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DUMFRIES, Va. – The Dumfries Town Council reversed course and voted unanimously to approve a conditional use permit (CUP) that will allow a local business to host cultural, entertainment, and community events on its property along Washington Street.

The business, Outdoor Showplace, is located at 17715 Washington Street, directly across from Dumfries Town Hall. Known as the region’s largest fully custom landscape showroom, the two-acre property displays outdoor kitchens, fire pits, patios, water features, and more—giving customers the chance to walk through and experience sample backyard designs in a real-life setting.

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Crash in Nokesville Claims Life of 22-Year-Old Driver

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NOKESVILLE, Va. – A 22-year-old woman from Springfield died Monday afternoon after a two-vehicle crash in Nokesville, according to the Prince William County Police Department.

The crash happened at 12:53 p.m. on July 28 at the intersection of Owls Nest Road and Vint Hill Road. Investigators say Cassandra Ann Signet was driving a 2016 Jeep Renegade and attempted to turn left onto westbound Vint Hill Road when her vehicle crossed into the path of an oncoming 2019 International HV507 truck.

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From Healing to Hiring: Local Companies Win Big at Chamber Awards

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FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – Four standout businesses were honored with the 2025 We Mean Business Awards at the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce’s July 25 Member Meeting, recognizing their efforts to innovate, lead, and support the local community.

The Healing Station received the Emerging Business Award for its work expanding access to mental health services, including over 1,300 affordable counseling sessions and a growing youth residential treatment initiative. SimVentions earned the Workplace Culture Leader Award for its strong employee ownership model and commitment to career growth.

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Features

C.D. Hylton Student Wins Statewide Teen Driver Safety Award

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Cassidy Turpen, a student at C.D. Hylton High School, has received the Youth Leadership Award from the Youth of Virginia Speak Out About Traffic Safety (YOVASO) program.

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Back-to-School Community Event Returns Aug. 2 to Gar-Field High School

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A back-to-school festival held at Unity Reed High School near Manassas. [Photo: Prince William County Community Foundation]

The free event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and aims to provide students with the tools they need to start the year strong—offering school supplies, vaccinations, community resources, and entertainment for the entire family.

“This year’s Back-To-School event will be here before you know it, so we encourage families to put it on their calendar,” said Dr. Vanessa M. Gattis, president and CEO of PWCCF. “Our goal is to put students in the best position to succeed, and with I-66 EMP as a Silver Sponsor, this event is ready to do exactly that.”

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Death in Tent, Assaults, Robberies, and Arrests

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A 39-year-old man was found dead inside a tent late Friday night near the 8400 block of Sudley Road, near Manassas. Prince William County Police say the man was unconscious in a wooded area when first responders arrived. He was pronounced dead on the scene. There were no signs of foul play, and his body has been taken to the Medical Examiner’s Office for an autopsy.

This incident leads the July 28 Prince William County Police blotter, which also includes multiple reports of malicious wounding, assaults, robberies, and arrests across the Manassas and Woodbridge areas.

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Speed Blamed in Stafford Motorcycle Crash That Left Rider Critically Injured

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STAFFORD, Va. – A 36-year-old man from Front Royal is still hospitalized with life-threatening injuries following a motorcycle crash on Garrisonville Road. The July 26 crash occurred near Furnace Road and is believed to have been caused by excessive speed. The Sheriff’s Office said multiple witnesses helped provide critical information at the scene, and the investigation remains ongoing.

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Weather

Cooler Day Today, But Big Changes Coming Late Week

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After a sweltering weekend that brought heat index values over 100 and a heat advisory, today feels like a slight relief. Highs will reach the low 90s, but lower humidity and fewer storms will make conditions feel more manageable. Looking ahead, hot and humid weather returns through midweek, with highs climbing into the mid to upper 90s by Wednesday. However, a strong cold front arrives late in the week, bringing the chance for showers and storms—followed by a significant drop in temperatures heading into the weekend.

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New Leadership Announced Across Manassas City Schools Ahead of 2025–26 School Year

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As Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS) prepare for the first day of school on August 12, Superintendent Dr. Kevin Newman introduced a group of new administrators who will be stepping into key leadership roles across the division. The announcements, made during the July School Board meeting, reflect a mix of fresh talent and internal advancement designed to strengthen support for students and staff in the year ahead.

New Principal at Round Elementary

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Carl Street of Youth For Tomorrow Tapped for State Council on Children’s Services

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BRISTOW, Va. – Carl R. Street, Jr., Vice President for Behavioral Health Services at Youth For Tomorrow, has been appointed to the State Executive Council for Children’s Services by Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin.

Street, a licensed counselor with decades of experience in substance abuse and mental health services, oversees seven regional behavioral health offices in Prince William, Fairfax, Fauquier, and Loudoun counties. He began his current role at Youth For Tomorrow (YFT) in 2020, following his promotion from Director of Behavioral Health Services, a role he assumed in 2015. Prior to that, he spent 15 years with YFT in residential care roles ranging from counselor to director.

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