Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

Prince William County Police Department Seeks Community Feedback for Accreditation Process

Published September 18, 2024 at 1:50PM

Prince William Police Captain Jacques Poirier, commander of western district operations

The Prince William County Police Department, a nationally accredited law enforcement agency through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), has launched an online portal to gather community feedback as part of its accreditation process. The department is committed to maintaining the highest standards of service and professionalism, which includes actively engaging with residents, business owners, and visitors to ensure continuous improvement.

The online portal will allow community members to share their thoughts on the department’s adherence to CALEA standards, their engagement with the community, and the quality of public safety services. This portal is part of the department’s broader goal to foster a partnership with the community and uphold its pursuit of professional excellence.

Manassas

Exclusive Interview with Mark Wolfe: Get Answers to Key Questions About the Future of Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 18, 2024 at 1:30PM | Updated September 19, 2024 at 12:28PM

In this exclusive interview, Wolfe tackles critical questions, such as:

With early voting beginning on Friday, September 20, 2024, this is a must-listen for anyone who cares about the future of Manassas. Potomac Local News is committed to bringing you exclusive interviews with the people who want to lead your city. We’re asking the questions that matter and getting the answers Manassas residents need before heading to the polls.

News

Prince William County’s New Crisis Receiving Center Faces Funding Hurdles Amidst Medicaid Challenges

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 18, 2024 at 9:00AM | Updated September 20, 2024 at 10:53AM

A former Gander Mountain store at 14011 Worth Avenue in Woodbridge will be used as a mental health crisis center.

Prince William County is developing a new Crisis Receiving Center (CRC), which will provide much-needed mental health and substance abuse services to the community. Set to replace the former Gander Mountain store at 14040 Worth Avenue, the 79,000-square-foot facility is expected to serve as a state model for addressing mental health crises. Still, operational funding hurdles have emerged due to Medicaid restrictions.

The CRC will feature 16 32 beds—~~eight~~ 16 for adults and ~~eight~~ 16 for children—for individuals needing urgent mental health care. Patients may arrive independently, be transferred from local hospitals, or be brought in by police. Once at the center, individuals will receive continuous monitoring and care for up to 23 hours a day, typically staying between three and five days as they stabilize and prepare for the next steps in their treatment journey.

Fredericksburg

Game 2 of Carolina League Championship Postponed Due to Storms; Potential Doubleheader Today

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 18, 2024 at 8:30AM

Tonight’s Game 2 of the Carolina League Championship Series between the Fredericksburg Nationals (FredNats) and the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers has been postponed due to inclement weather. The two teams will now look to play a potential doubleheader today, with the first game scheduled for 5:05 p.m. Both games are set to last seven innings each, but if the FredNats win the first game, they will be crowned Carolina League champions, making the second game unnecessary.

Fans who had tickets for Tuesday night’s postponed matchup will have the option to exchange their tickets for an equal or lesser value ticket for tomorrow’s doubleheader. Gates are expected to open at 4 o’clock this afternoon.

Fredericksburg

FredNats One Win Away from North Divisional Championship in Tonight’s Home Showdown

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 17, 2024 at 1:41PM

After securing a 6-4 win on the road in Game 1, the FredNats return home to try and finish the series with a victory. Starting pitcher Alex Clemmey takes the mound for Fredericksburg, making his second playoff start. Clemmey had an early solid outing in his first playoff start but struggled in the 4th inning. Travis Sthele is expected to back him up from the bullpen while Kannapolis sends righty Tanner McDougal to the mound.

In Game 1, the FredNats led wire-to-wire, jumping ahead with key RBI hits from Caleb Lomavita and Nate Ochoa and a clutch two-run single from Seaver King in the 5th. Despite a strong comeback effort from the Cannonballers, Fredericksburg held on, aided by a stellar outfield assist from Cristhian Vaquero and solid relief pitching from Robert Cranz and Anthony Arguelles.

Business

Data Center Expansion Poses Challenges to Innovation Hub at George Mason University’s SciTech Campus

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 17, 2024 at 10:00AM

Prince William County is navigating challenges as it seeks to balance the growing demand for data centers with its aspirations for technological innovation and education, particularly around the George Mason University SciTech Campus.

This dynamic was discussed at the Prince William Board of County Supervisors meeting on September 10, when leaders and stakeholders expressed concerns over how the expansion of data centers could impact the county’s economic growth potential, particularly at the college’s Innovation District, outside Manassas.

News

7th District hopefuls make case to voters in Free Press town hall

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 17, 2024 at 9:45AM

Vindman / Anderson

Fredericksburg Free Press: “They agreed that health care costs are too high and that prices at the gas pump have been, too. But that was about it Monday night.

Manassas Park

Judge sets December trial date for Naresh Bhatt in case of missing Manassas Park wife

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 16, 2024 at 1:37PM | Updated October 17, 2024 at 1:41PM

The Judicial Center for Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park.

News

Rachel Vindman Deletes Tweet After Backlash Over Trump’s Assassination Attempt

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 16, 2024 at 12:30PM | Updated September 19, 2024 at 12:28PM

Vindman [Photo: Alan Gloss]

Vindman posted on her X account (formerly Twitter): “No ears were harmed. Carry on with your Sunday afternoon.” The comment referenced a prior assassination attempt on Trump in July 2024, where a bullet grazed his ear during a political rally in Pennsylvania.

In a subsequent post, she added: “Sorry you’re triggered. I mean no I’m not. I don’t care a little bit.”

Manassas

Long-Term Infrastructure Projects Continue in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 16, 2024 at 11:00AM | Updated September 19, 2024 at 12:29PM

Grant Avenue in Manassas now has a roundabout.

At the Manassas City Council meeting on Sept.9, several transportation and infrastructure projects were discussed, emphasizing both ongoing improvements and long-term planning.

Key updates included the Grant Avenue roundabout, the Sudley Road third lane addition and regional transit expansion initiatives, such as the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) and Metro.