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Stafford County Students Selected as Virginia General Assembly Pages

By Uriah Kiser
Virignia State Capitol

Stafford County Public Schools announced that Nevaeh Lewis of Colonial Forge High School and Emma Siegmund of Rodney Thompson Middle School have been selected for prestigious roles in Virginia’s legislative programs.

Lewis will serve as a House of Delegates Page, while Siegmund has been chosen as a Senate Page. These appointments provide hands-on opportunities to learn about government and leadership during the upcoming General Assembly session in Richmond beginning January 8.

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OmniRide Adjusts Service for January 7, FXBGO! Suspends Operations

By Uriah Kiser

 

OmniRide has announced adjusted operations for Tuesday, January 7, in response to anticipated inclement weather conditions. Fredericksburg Regional Transit (FXBGO!) has also confirmed the suspension of all transit services on Monday, January 6, due to the weather, with plans to resume operations on Tuesday at 10 a.m.

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Manassas

Manassas City Council Meeting Postponed; Survey Shows Decline in School Satisfaction

By Uriah Kiser
Manassas City Hall

The Manassas City Council meeting originally scheduled for January 6, 2025, has been postponed to Monday, January 13, 2025. The meeting will feature the swearing-in of elected officials, administered by the Honorable Jacqueline Smith, Clerk of the Circuit Court.

Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger, who won re-election in November 2024, will take the oath of office for her second term. Joining her will be Councilman Tom Osina, beginning his second term; Councilman Mark Wolfe, embarking on his fourth term; and newly elected Councilwoman Ashley Hutson, serving her first term on the council. All four ran as Democrats in the 2024 election.

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Stafford Supervisors Presented Citizen with Settlement Agreement

By Uriah Kiser

(FXBG Advance) – Prior to ever publicly addressing questions about the removal of Mary Becelia from the Central Rappahannock Regional Library’s Board of Trustees for alleged misconduct, the Stafford Board of Supervisors presented Becelia with a “Settlement Agreement, Release, and Covenant Not to Sue.”

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Newslinks

Kick off the New Year with a free 15-minute therapy consultation!

By Uriah Kiser

Start 2024 on the right foot by prioritizing your mental health and well-being. At Peaceful Mind Solutions, we understand how challenging life can be—whether it’s managing stress from work, family dynamics, or navigating the complexities of the world around us. Our team is here to help you create balance and find the peace you deserve.

We’re offering a free 15-minute consultation to help you explore how therapy can work for you. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, looking for support, or just want to talk things through, this is the perfect opportunity to take that first step toward a healthier, happier you.

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Podcast

Snowstorm Update: VDOT’s Response and Road Safety Measures | Interview with Kelly Hannon

By Uriah Kiser

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Kelly Hannon from the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) as we discuss the ongoing snowstorm impacting the Fredericksburg region and beyond. With some areas, including Stafford County, seeing up to 8 inches of snow, VDOT crews are working tirelessly to clear roads and ensure safety.

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