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Prince William County Reports Record Infrastructure Growth in FY2024

By Uriah Kiser
Officials cut the ribbon on a new Balls Road Road interchange at Prince William Parkway near Interstate 66.

The Prince William County Department of Transportation (PWDOT) has released its FY2024 Annual Report, outlining major infrastructure improvements, safety initiatives, and upcoming projects that aim to enhance the county’s multi-modal transportation network.

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Breaking News

Fatal Crash in Dumfries Claims Life of 18-Year-Old Driver

By Uriah Kiser

A high-speed crash late Sunday night claimed the life of an 18-year-old driver near Dumfries, while three others sustained injuries, authorities reported.

Prince William County crash investigators responded to the scene at Route 234 and Van Buren Road intersection at 10:36 p.m. on Sunday, February 16, where they found a two-vehicle collision involving a 2013 Audi A7 and a 2024 Cadillac Escalade.

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Press Release

Prince William County Police Thank Community for Supporting Polar Plunge 2025

By Uriah Kiser

The Prince William County Police Department is expressing gratitude to the community after another successful Polar Plunge event, which raised $130,000 for Special Olympics Virginia.

The event, held on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at Leesylvania State Park, saw strong participation from local residents, law enforcement personnel, and sponsors. Funds raised during the Polar Plunge will support Special Olympics Virginia, providing athletes with opportunities to compete and receive essential services.

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Health

Sentara Lake Ridge Now Accepting Ambulance Patients

By Uriah Kiser

Sentara Lake Ridge, a standalone emergency facility, is now accepting ambulance patients as of February 4, 2025, expanding emergency medical access in eastern Prince William County. Previously, emergency medical service (EMS) vehicles were required to take patients to Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, a Level III Trauma Center.

This expansion aims to address the region’s growing healthcare needs and alleviate pressure on SNVMC’s emergency department, which treated over 50,000 patients in 2024. SLR, which served more than 23,600 walk-in patients last year, has invested in staff training and medical equipment to support this transition.

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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.

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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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