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Injured Blue Heron Rescued in Argyle Hills, Transported for Care

By Uriah Kiser

A blue heron in distress received a helping hand from local law enforcement.

On Saturday, February 8, Deputy O.J. Martins responded to Argyle Hills after receiving a call about an injured bird that was unable to fly. Upon arrival, she located the heron trapped in a backyard, unable to take flight.

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Vinyl & Brews: Pop-Up Record Shop Coming to Highmark Brewery

By Uriah Kiser

Looking for something fun to do? Shake off the winter blues and check out a pop-up vinyl shop from @bumrushvinylshop, Fredericksburg’s newest record store opening soon. Enjoy great brews, dig through crates of vinyl, and grab some delicious bites from Cocinita Mexicana.

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The Community is Talking—Join the Buzz at Potomac Local News!

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Something exciting is happening in our community—people are talking about Potomac Local News! From breaking stories to in-depth local coverage, we’re delivering the news that keeps our region informed, and our readers are loving it.

As more people turn to Potomac Local News for reliable, hyperlocal coverage, we’re making it even easier for you to stay informed with new membership plans:

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Fredericksburg

Market Shift: How Fairfax, Prince William, and Stafford Are Responding to Federal Layoffs

By Uriah Kiser
New homes at K. Hovnanian's Four Seasons at Virginia Crossing in Woodbridge.

The Northern Virginia real estate market is experiencing an increase in home listings, with notable changes in pricing and inventory levels across Fairfax, Prince William, Stafford, and Spotsylvania counties.

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Severe Winds Cause Power Outages Across Prince William and Stafford Counties

By Uriah Kiser

Thousands of residents in Prince William and Stafford counties are without power as Dominion Energy and Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC) report widespread outages amid a high wind warning.

As of Sunday evening, Dominion Energy has reported 7,496 outages in Prince William County and 8,363 outages in Stafford County. NOVEC has also reported power disruptions, with 3,322 customers affected in Prince William County and 1,031 in Stafford County.

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Stafford Supervisors to Vote on Bylaw Changes Following Monica Gary Censure, Library Board Controversy

By Uriah Kiser

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors will vote on significant changes to its bylaws governing appointments to local and regional boards and commissions during its meeting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

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Adopt Your New Best Friend and Celebrate World Spay Day

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Phase I of the new $16.7 million Prince William County Animal Shelter, at 14807 Bristow Road, opened in late November 2021. [Photo: Uriah Kiser/Potomac Local News]

This limited-time offer is perfect for bringing home a loving companion while ensuring they receive essential veterinary care. Whether you’re looking for a playful pup or a cuddly cat, your future best friend awaits you.

Help give a shelter pet a second chance—spread the word and find your perfect match today.

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Manassas

Manassas Honors Doug Keen for Serving as Interim City Manager 

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Mayor Michelle Davis Younger (left) and Douglass Keen (right).

The Manassas City Council honored Police Chief Douglass Keen for serving as the city’s interim leader for over a year. The council recognized Keen for his dedication and leadership during a transition period.

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Window Cleaner Gives Back to Boys & Girls Club of Manassas for Random Acts of Kindness Week

By Uriah Kiser

Fish Window Cleaning owner Lona Bryan and her crew volunteered to clean the windows at the Boys & Girls Club of Manassas during National Random Acts of Kindness Week, giving back to the organization that first introduced her children to organized sports.

A random act of kindness can make a big difference. That’s the mindset of Lona Bryan, owner of Fish Window Cleaning, who brought her crew out to the Boys & Girls Club of Manassas Thursday. The Fish crew volunteered to clean the windows at the nonprofit, which provides before and after-school activities to community children including sports and educational programs. The initiative was in celebration of National Random Acts of Kindness Week.

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