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Manassas

Veterans Day Parade to Temporarily Close Center Street During Final Day of Early Voting

By Uriah Kiser

“Center Street will shut down from 9 am to 2 pm due to the Veterans Day Parade,” the Manassas Police Department announced. “If you are coming to vote today, park in our Parking Garage at 9102 Prince William Street, VRE Lot on Prince William Street, or at Osbourn High School. You can walk up Main Street.”

“When the parade is going from 11 am–12:30 pm you will not be able to crossover Center Street,” the post continued. Handicap parking is available at East Street off Church Street and in the Parking Garage.

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Manassas Park

Larcomar Cafe Lounge Celebrates Grand Opening in Manassas Park

By Uriah Kiser

“What an amazing turnout this afternoon as we officially welcomed Larcomar Cafe Lounge to Manassas Park with a ribbon cutting celebration!” the City of Manassas Park announced. “A huge thank-you to everyone who joined us in celebrating this exciting new addition to our community.”

Larcomar Cafe Lounge, a new dining and social venue, officially opened its doors in Manassas Park with support from city officials and community members during the ribbon-cutting event.

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Prince William

Eighteen Prince William County Schools Earn 2025 Virginia Purple Star Designation

By Uriah Kiser

“Each year, I’m grateful for the opportunity to work alongside our schools that go above and beyond to foster a culture of support, understanding, and resilience for our military-connected students,” shared Kimberly Simpson, PWCS military achievement specialist, as Prince William County Public Schools announced the recognition of 18 schools as 2025 Virginia Purple Star schools. “The Purple Star designation is a powerful acknowledgment of the collaborative efforts that ensure every student, regardless of background or mobility, can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.”

The Virginia Department of Education recognized 18 PWCS schools—including four first-time honorees and 14 renewals—for their continued support of military-connected students. With this recognition, 51 PWCS schools now hold the Purple Star Designation, representing 53% of the division’s total schools.

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Stafford

‘Why Not Here?’ — Supporters Say Buc-ee’s Could Put Stafford on the Map

By Uriah Kiser

At a marathon Stafford County Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025, supporters of a proposed Buc-ee’s travel center near Interstate 95’s Exit 140 praised the project as a rare economic opportunity for the county.

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Politics

Member Exclusive: The Theater That Never Came: Bart Randall Calls Out False Campaign Claims

By Uriah Kiser

Stafford County has been waiting for a movie theater for nearly a decade

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Newslinks

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday, November 2 — Fire Officials Urge Residents to Check Smoke Alarms

By Uriah Kiser
Prince William County's Fire & Rescue System Engine 23. [Courtesy of PWCFRS]

“As you turn your clocks back, the Prince William County Fire and Rescue System would like to remind residents to change the battery in their smoke alarms,” the department announced. “When properly installed and maintained, working smoke alarms save lives and protect against injury and loss due to fire. You double your chances of surviving a home fire with working smoke alarms compared to homes without working smoke alarms.”

National fire statistics show that 344,600 home structure fires occurred in recent years, leading to 10,400 injuries, 2,890 deaths, and more than $11 million in property loss. Cooking remains the leading cause of home fires and injuries, while smoking materials cause most home fire deaths.

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Prince William

Hart’s move to Prince William County preceded exposure of Alexandria schools dual-employment scandal

By Uriah Kiser
Hart

“When former Alexandria City Public Schools Chief Operating Officer Alicia Hart resigned in late September to take a high-ranking government job in Prince William County, her duties were temporarily split between two directors — including Ayanna Harrison,” The Alexandria Times reported. “Weeks later, Harrison was found to have secretly been working full-time in Atlanta as the chief operating officer of The Kindezi Schools.”

“An anonymous employee said human resources was warned in early October about Harrison’s dual employment,” the paper continued. “But by the time the issue surfaced publicly, Hart had already departed for her new role as Prince William County’s deputy county executive overseeing government operations and innovation.”

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Features

Town of Dumfries to host free Trunk or Treat Halloween celebration

By Uriah Kiser

“Join us for Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 31, 2025, from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM at Garrison Park, 17749 Main St.,” the Town of Dumfries announced. “Enjoy thrilling music, games, and of course: CANDY!”

The free, family-friendly Halloween event invites residents to dress up, play games, and collect treats in a festive community setting. Hosted by the Town of Dumfries in partnership with the Heavenly Minded Club, the celebration encourages costumes and promises a “spooktacular” evening of fun for all ages.

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News

Three injured after vehicle crashes into Stafford storage facility

By Uriah Kiser

“SCFR units responded for a report of a vehicle into a structure in the area of Town and Country Drive and Walsh Lane with people trapped,” Stafford County Fire and Rescue stated.

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