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Dominion Energy to Upgrade Aging Power Lines from Fredericksburg to Possum Point

By Uriah Kiser

Dominion Energy is preparing to launch a significant infrastructure upgrade along a key electrical transmission corridor stretching from Fredericksburg to Possum Point in Prince William County.

The project, known as the Fredericksburg-Possum Point 230 kV Electric Transmission Upgrade and Rebuild, aims to replace aging equipment and bolster grid reliability as regional electricity demand grows. The existing infrastructure has served the area for more than five decades and is reaching the end of its service life.

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NVTA CEO: $129.7M Route 1 Project in Dumfries is ‘Transformational’; More Funding Opportunities Coming

By Uriah Kiser
Overlooking Dumfries, Virginia [Drone photo/ Uriah Kiser / PLN]

The widening of Route 1 through the heart of Dumfries, backed by a $129.7 million investment from the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA), is more than a transportation upgrade—it’s a transformative project for the region, said Monica Backmon, CEO of the NVTA.

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Old Dominion Humane Society Rescues 22 Dogs from Kentucky Hoarding Case

By Uriah Kiser

Volunteers with Old Dominion Humane Society (ODHS), just outside Fredericksburg, care for 22 dogs rescued from hoarding in Lawrence County, Kentucky. The animals had been living in deplorable outdoor conditions.

The rescue, which occurred on March 20, was part of a coordinated effort between ODHS and Squishy Face Crew (SFC), a Fredericksburg-based foster-focused rescue group. The ODHS team made a nine-hour round trip to meet a transport team in Beckley, West Virginia, and bring the dogs to safety.

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Meet O’Riley: Your Future Co-Pilot Awaits

By Uriah Kiser

O’Riley is a lovable 2-year-old hound mix with a sleek gray and black coat and a personality that shines even brighter. Found as a stray, he came to the shelter with a possible fracture in his right hind leg and a small head wound—but after some much-needed care, he’s fully recovered and ready for a new beginning.

This good boy is full of heart, adventure, and the classic hound’s musical voice. Whether it’s a walk in the park, a cuddle on the couch, or a road trip with the windows down, O’Riley is ready to be your loyal companion.

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Local Ensembles to Perform ‘Illuminare: Songs of Light and Life’ at Hylton Performing Arts Center

By Uriah Kiser

Three local music groups—Old Bridge Chamber Orchestra, Gainesville Community Choir, and South Loudoun Youth Chorale—will perform together at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Saturday, April 5, at 7:00 p.m.

The concert, Illuminare: Songs of Light and Life, will bring 300 musicians together for one evening. The program includes Lux: The Dawn from On High by Dan Forrest, selections from Mozart’s Requiem, and music from video games.

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Stafford Schools to Require Opt-In for Bus Transportation Amid Efforts to Fix System Failures

By Uriah Kiser

Families in Stafford County must now opt-in to receive school bus transportation for the 2025–26 academic year—a major change prompted by last year’s transportation meltdown that left thousands of students without a ride to school.

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Prince William Board Delays School Bus Use Agreement Over Sharp Cost Increases

By Uriah Kiser

A routine agreement for using school buses by Prince William County government agencies was anything but routine Tuesday, as the Board of County Supervisors raised sharp concerns over dramatic cost increases and deferred the decision for further negotiations.

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Prince William County Launches Spring Cleaning Initiative with Environmentally Friendly Disposal Options

By Uriah Kiser
Prince William County landfill

As spring approaches, the Prince William County Solid Waste Division is making it easier than ever for residents to tackle their annual spring cleaning with a series of environmentally friendly programs and events designed to reduce landfill waste.

Through initiatives like Dumpster Days, Community Clean-Ups, and a special paper shredding event, residents are encouraged to declutter responsibly—by recycling, donating, composting, or properly disposing of items that can’t be reused.

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Willing Warriors to Celebrate 10 Years of Serving Veterans at Retreat near Haymarket

By Uriah Kiser
Dominick speaks at the Prince William Board of County Supervisors meeting.

Willing Warriors, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting recovering service members and their families, will hold a community-wide event this spring to celebrate a decade of healing and hope.

The organization will mark its 10-year anniversary with a celebration on Monday, May 26, 2025, at 11 a.m. at the Warrior Retreat at Bull Run near Haymarket. The retreat provides free, week-long stays for wounded service members and their families, offering them rest, reconnection, and recovery in a peaceful setting.

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Experts Warn Federal Job Cuts Could Ripple Through Prince William Economy

By Uriah Kiser
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The panel, moderated by University of Mary Washington political science professor Dr. Stephen Farnsworth, focused on the sweeping changes being proposed by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a federal initiative aiming to root out waste, fraud, and abuse in government spending.

Federal cuts coming

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