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Prince William

Prince William Fire & Rescue to host countywide open houses for Fire Prevention Week

By Uriah Kiser
Courtesy of Prince William County

Families across Prince William County are invited to meet their local firefighters and explore fire stations during a series of open houses on Saturday, October 11, 2025, as part of Fire Prevention Week celebrations.

This year’s national theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home,” highlights the safe use and storage of rechargeable batteries commonly found in phones, laptops, and other household devices.

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Prince William

Colgan High School mourns death of Delegate Candi King’s daughter

By Uriah Kiser

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. — Prince William County Public Schools confirmed Sunday that Candis King, a 10th-grade student at Colgan High School and daughter of Virginia Delegate Candi Mundon King, has died.

In a letter sent to Colgan families on Sunday, Principal Tim Healey informed parents of the student’s death. He said the school community would receive counseling and emotional support this week.

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Stafford

Traffic relief, new schools on deck for Stafford Supervisors

By Uriah Kiser

Stafford County supervisors this week will weigh two major projects aimed at easing traffic and adding classroom space for a fast-growing community.

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Fredericksburg

‘Let in the Light’: Sears in Falmouth Calls Out Democrats After Jay Jones Text Scandal

By Uriah Kiser
Winsome Sears speaks in Falmouth on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025, during a stop on her “Faith and Freedom” bus tour. The Republican gubernatorial candidate called on Virginians to reject political violence and “let in the light.”

FALMOUTH, Va. – Republican gubernatorial candidate Winsome Sears delivered a fiery speech Saturday evening outside her campaign bus in Falmouth, near Fredericksburg, condemning what she described as a “culture of hate and violence” taking root within Democratic politics.

The event came just days after National Review first reported 2022 text messages sent by Jay Jones, the Democratic nominee for attorney general. In the messages, Jones joked about violence against then–House Speaker Todd Gilbert, writing, “Gilbert gets two bullets to the head,” and later referencing Gilbert’s children, saying, “Only when people feel pain personally do they move on policy,” according to The Washington Post. The Associated Press and Politico later confirmed the authenticity of the exchange, which Jones has since acknowledged and apologized for.

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Fredericksburg

Cole and Steinway Face Off in Fredericksburg Debate—Here’s Where They Split on the Issues

By Uriah Kiser
Cole/Steinway

 

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – On Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, voters filled Dodd Auditorium at the University of Mary Washington to hear Delegate Joshua Cole (D) and Republican challenger Sean Steinway debate issues shaping the 65th House District race.

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Politics

10-acre rule divides Gainesville candidates in Prince William land-use debate

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William County’s long-running fight over the Rural Crescent has become a defining issue in the Gainesville supervisor race, where candidates George Stewart and Patrick Harders are offering starkly different visions for the county’s future.

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Fredericksburg

First Friday kicks off fall fun with Scarecrow Fest in downtown Fredericksburg

By Uriah Kiser

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – Downtown Fredericksburg is full of fall spirit as Scarecrow Fest returns now through October 31. The annual event transforms the city into a festive, family-friendly destination with creative displays, activities, and Halloween-themed events.

The Scarecrow Contest is already underway, featuring more than 30 handmade scarecrows on display outside local businesses and organizations. Visitors can pick up a map from participating spots or download one online, then vote for their favorite display through the end of the month.

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Manassas

Manassas School Board moves to revisit ‘50 floor’ grading policy after parent pushback

By Uriah Kiser
Members of the Manassas City School Board meet at City Hall on Sept. 25, 2025, where they voted to send the division’s grading policy back to the Policy Committee for revisions.

The Manassas City School Board will review its grading policy after parents and teachers voiced frustration that the division’s “50 floor” system allows students to coast instead of completing their work.

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Neighborhood Notes

Publisher’s Notes: From Taylor Swift to Helicopters in Blooms Park — Here’s What’s Happening

By Uriah Kiser

This newsletter is a fresh blend of our classic Publisher’s Post and the newer Neighborhood Notes. Stay tuned for Fun and News — your go-to for local happenings, things to do, and behind-the-scenes tidbits from the local news world. Enjoy!

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