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Volunteers plant trees along Occoquan Reservoir

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The newly-planted trees on county-owned land near the bridge crossing the Occoquan Reservoir are just saplings, but in time, they will grow and create a little ecosystem.

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Stafford County seeks feedback on transportation survey

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

Stafford County continues to supplement the transportation work planned by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT). While VDOT bears the responsibility for the majority of Virginia roads, Stafford has taken a bigger role in assisting with traffic problems in the county in recent years.

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Tourists spent $54 million in Manassas last year

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Recently released data from the Virginia Tourism Corporation on the economic impact of visitors in Virginia reports a major increase in visitor spending in the City of Manassas. During 2021, visitor spending in the City reached $54 million, a 14.5% increase from pre-pandemic levels and up 36% year-over-year.

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Tomorrow: Police offering free catalytic converter etching

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The Prince William County Police Department is partnering with G&C Tire & Auto Service to provide a free catalytic converter etching for Prince William County residents.

Bring your privately-owned vehicles to the G&C Tire & Auto Service, 11707 Pump Station Way, near Manassas, on Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for free etching on your catalytic converter.

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Tonight: Road work on Route 17 at I-95 in Stafford County

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Route 17 at Interstate 95 in Stafford County [Photo: VDOT]

Route 17 travelers may experience overnight delays tonight, November 3, through early Friday, November 4, as construction continues to improve Interstate 95 at the exit 133 interchanges in Stafford County.

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Flags for Heroes returns to Manassas Museum in honor of veterans, first responders

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The Bull Run Rotary Club will display the 7th annual “Flags for Heroes” in Manassas from Friday, November 4, to Sunday, November 13. The flags honor Veterans, Active Duty Service Members, Front-Line Workers, and Local First Responders.

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Stafford hosting 2nd Annual Christmas Tree Lighting

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Stafford County will host its Second Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at the Stafford Government Center campus on Friday, December 2, 2021. The public is invited to enjoy a time of fellowship and fun, including a visit from Santa, caroling, holiday music, and food trucks. New this year will be a European-style Christmas market with vendors and artisans.

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Stafford County to close offices for Election Day November 8, 2022

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Stafford offices, departments, facilities, and all courts will be closed on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, for Election Day. Both locations of the residential and commercial services of the R-Board/Regional Landfill (Eskimo Hill and Belman Road) will remain open.

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Five Stafford County Public Schools named military friendly

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The Virginia Council on the Interstate Compact for Military Children awarded five Stafford County Public Schools with 2022 Purple Star Designation; Margaret Brent Elementary and North Stafford High School for the first time, Rockhill, Widewater, and Winding Creek Elementary Schools for the second time. The Virginia Purple Star Designation applies to military-friendly schools that demonstrate a major commitment to students and families connected to the nation’s military.

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Stafford mourns former county administrator, champion of Ferry Farm, Gov’t Island preservation

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Williams, Jr.

Stafford County mourns the passing of former County Administrator C.M. Williams, who served as County Administrator from 1984 to 2003.Williams helped lead the county through great change and population growth. He was also instrumental in helping protect historical treasures from development and designing the George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center.

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