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Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg City Council Appoints Susanna Finn to Ward 3 Seat Amid Transparency Concerns

By Uriah Kiser
Finn takes the oath of office. [Photo: Fredericksburg City Government]

Finn, an urban planning professional and Chair of the Fredericksburg Planning Commission, brings a decade of experience in city planning and holds a certification from the American Institute of Certified Planners. She also has an educational background in historic preservation from the University of Mary Washington.

“Fredericksburg, and particularly Ward 3, is where my family and I have planted our roots, grown, and thrived,” Finn stated in a press release. “I am excited about the bright future of our city and confident that with genuine collaboration, we can overcome challenges and enact positive solutions.”

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What You Told Us About the Potomac Local News Newsletter

By Uriah Kiser
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At Potomac Local News, we value our readers’ feedback. Recently, we surveyed to learn what you think about our email newsletter and the local news coverage we provide. Your responses helped us better understand what works, what could be improved, and what content you’d like to see more of.

High Satisfaction and Relevance

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Set Sail for Mystery: Who Killed Jolly Roger?

By Uriah Kiser

Set sail for a night of mystery and adventure with Who Killed Jolly Roger? on February 14, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the ARTfactory in Manassas. This immersive murder mystery, directed by Talya Conroy and written by Robert J. Leblanc, brings together a rowdy crew of pirates, thrilling twists, and plenty of audience interaction.

Guests are encouraged to wear pirate-themed attire for a chance to win a costume contest. Enjoy a four-course meal, join in a 50/50 pirate cash booty giveaway, and bid on silent auction treasures. Tickets are $85 through February 7, with table reservations available.

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Manassas

Officials Push for Federal Funding as Manassas Airport Eyes Commercial Service in 2026

By Uriah Kiser

The Manassas Regional Airport is on the verge of a major transformation as it progresses toward becoming a Part 139 certificated airport, a designation that would allow it to offer commercial airline service.

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Pets

Prince William County Animal Services Bureau Opens On-Site Veterinary Clinic

By Uriah Kiser
Photo: Prince William County Government

The Prince William County Animal Services Bureau has obtained a Virginia state license to operate a veterinary clinic at the Animal Services Center. The clinic will provide medical care exclusively for animals under the bureau’s care, improving efficiency in treating injured, ill, and routine medical needs.

The clinic will be led by Dr. Kimberly Nelsen, an veterinarian specializing in shelter medicine. Dr. Nelsen, a Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine graduate, has extensive experience in both rural and large-scale veterinary care and was recently recognized as one of Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top Veterinarians for 2024.

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Business

U.S. Polo Assn. to Open New Outlet at Potomac Mills

By Uriah Kiser

Potomac Mills Mall is preparing to welcome U.S. Polo Assn. Outlet,  the official clothing brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA).

U.S. Polo Assn. offers clothing, accessories, luggage, watches, and shoes for men, women, and children. The new store will open on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025, giving shoppers access to a selection of classically styled pieces that embody the heritage of the sport of polo.

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News

Police Blotter: Dangerous Driver Detained After Pursuit, Body Found in Car

By Uriah Kiser

Updated 2:45 p.m. – On February 12, law enforcement from multiple jurisdictions worked together to apprehend Gideon Owusu, Jr., 31, after a high-speed chase spanning Prince William, Stafford, and Spotsylvania counties. Owusu, wanted for the malicious wounding of two Prince William County Police officers, was taken into custody after a dramatic pursuit on Interstate 95.

The series of events began on February 11 at 4:12 p.m., when Prince William County Police responded to Summerhouse II Condos on Gableridge Turn in Woodbridge to investigate a stolen vehicle. Officers learned that the suspect had taken an acquaintance’s vehicle without permission earlier in the day in Dumfries. Upon arrival, officers found Owusu with a different stolen vehicle, belonging to another acquaintance.

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Fredericksburg

Petition Seeks Release of Applications, Notes Related to Fredericksburg City Council’s Ward 3 Vacancy

By Uriah Kiser

(FXBG Advance) – A Fredericksburg resident has filed a petition asking the Circuit Court to compel the release of applications, notes, and interview questions related to the recent Ward 3 vacancy and to block Council from holding closed meetings to discuss matters related to filling the vacancy.

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Fredericksburg

‘Snowmen Against Data Centers’: Protesters Push Back on Fredericksburg Development

By Uriah Kiser

Organized by the Rappahannock Community Coalition, the “Snowmen Against Data Centers” rally took place just one day after nearly 10 inches of snow blanketed the region. The snowmen were erected on the Mary Washington University Campus, City Hall, and a house off Harrell Road in Stafford County.

The protest comes on the same day of the Fredericksburg Planning Commission meeting, where commissioners took up a proposal to endorse a Comprehensive Plan Amendment, a Zoning Map Amendment applying the Technology Overlay District, and a Zoning Proffer Amendment — which would clear the way to build the city’s first data center. The city council announced it would pursue the data center on an “accelerated” timeline in December but has yet to disclose which firm would develop the project.

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Features

Stefan Boutchyard Brings Fresh Culinary Vision to Riverside Center for the Performing Arts

By Uriah Kiser
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Fredericksburg’s Riverside Center for the Performing Arts has welcomed a new force in its kitchen: Chef Stefan Boutchyard. With a rich culinary background spanning Fredericksburg, Culpeper, and high-profile catering events—including the inauguration of President Donald Trump—Boutchyard is breathing new life into the dinner theater’s menu.

A Culinary Journey to Riverside

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