Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

Always Flavored is open

Published May 9, 2024 at 11:43PM

[Photo: Mike Salmon]

Always Flavored aims to unite people through delectable cuisine, offering unique breakfast and lunch options such as the “Denver Sandwich” and “Furious Cuban,” featuring Rita’s renowned sauces.

Alongside its flavorful offerings, the bistro hosts cooking classes for kids, emphasizing culinary creativity. Rita anticipates engaging with the local community through grand opening festivities and participation in citywide events like First Friday and Restaurant Week.

Business

Prince William and Stafford County Business Owners Eligible for SBA Disaster Funding Following Bridge Collapse and Port Closure

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 9, 2024 at 2:34PM | Updated May 9, 2024 at 3:54PM

The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed on March 28, 2024. [Photo: USDOT Facebook]

Business owners in Prince William and Stafford counties impacted by the economic fallout from the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge and the subsequent closure of the Port of Baltimore can now apply for Small Business Administration (SBA) Economic Injury Disaster Loans.

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Breaking News

Dean Elementary School in Shelter-in-Place Mode, Police Provide Limited Information

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 9, 2024 at 2:15PM | Updated May 9, 2024 at 2:49PM

Dean Park Lane in Manassas has been cordoned off due to a significant police presence, leaving residents and parents concerned about the safety of Dean Elementary School students. Authorities have enacted a “shelter-in-place” protocol at the school as a precautionary measure, but details regarding the cause remain scarce.

Concerns escalated when the nearby Martin K. Alloy Boys and Girls Club announced it would also be on lockdown surrounding the situation.

Schools

Germanna graduates 867

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 9, 2024 at 1:29PM

[Photo: Suzanne Rossi}

Ava Conway, a distinguished student who received an associate degree with the highest honors, served as the keynote speaker for the event. At just 18 years old, Conway hails from Eastern View High School, where she is set to graduate with an advanced diploma on May 18. Ranking in the top 10 percent of her class, Conway is faced with a choice between three universities for her continued education.

During the ceremony, Germanna conferred a total of 1,307 degrees and credentials upon 867 students. Conway, who plans to pursue a master’s degree in fine arts to fulfill her dream of becoming a drama teacher, reflected on her journey through Germanna’s Scholars program, which allows students to earn degrees without leaving their county. This initiative, spearheaded by Culpeper businessman Joe Daniels and generously supported by him and his wife Linda, provides significant opportunities for local students.

Absorption Rate’s Crucial Role in Navigating Northern Virginia Real Estate

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 9, 2024 at 12:43AM

Mark Worrilow teaches in-person and hybrid real estate classes throughout the state.

Mark Worrilow from Fathom Realty

shared insights on the absorption rate’s crucial role in navigating Northern Virginia and Stafford County’s real estate market. He emphasized how this metric quantifies market conditions, with Stafford County currently at a 1.5-month absorption rate. Worrilow highlighted the importance of proactive decision-making for both buyers and sellers, given the swift pace of market activity. With a low absorption rate indicating a seller’s market, he underlined the ongoing trend and its implications for the region’s real estate landscape.

News

Officer rescues injured hawk

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 9, 2024 at 12:36AM

Animal Control Officer M. Schultz responded to the 14000 block of Glenkirk Road in Gainesville for a stuck bird. He arrived to find a red-tailed hawk in need of rescue. Thanks to help from PWC Fire & Rescue, Officer Schultz was able to safely free the bird without causing further harm. The hawk has been transported to Blue Ridge Wildlife Center for further evaluation.

— Prince William County Animal Services Bureau on Facebook

Features

Recognize the contributions of local educators

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 9, 2024 at 12:19AM | Updated May 9, 2024 at 12:43PM

This Teacher Appreciation Week, we urge you to recognize the impactful contributions of local educators who shape the futures of our children.

In Manassas, the teachers at Lightbridge Academy, a recent addition to our community, are actively engaged in addressing the pressing issue of the Childcare Cliff. Offering educational services for children aged six weeks to six years, they play a vital role in alleviating the burdens faced by Virginia parents.

News

Poll: Did you know that this weekend marks the 275th anniversary gala for the Town of Dumfries?

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 9, 2024 at 12:09AM | Updated May 22, 2024 at 9:05PM

As we gear up for the much-anticipated 275th-anniversary gala of the Town of Dumfries, we’re curious to know how many of you are already in the loop about this historic event. Scheduled to take place at the prestigious National Museum of the Marine Corps. Potomac Local News has written multiple stories about the upcoming event, dating back to January 2024.

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Business

Virginia Congressman Wittman visits Manassas-Based Dronemaker RapidFlight

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 8, 2024 at 10:26PM | Updated May 9, 2024 at 11:27AM

Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA 1), Vice Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, visited RapidFlight, a Manassas-based designer and mass manufacturer of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for the global defense industry, last week.

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Prince William

Student found with brass knuckles charged

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 8, 2024 at 4:53PM | Updated August 13, 2024 at 6:22PM

Patriot High School in Prince William County, VA

Authorities at Patriot High School in Brentsville were alerted to the presence of a weapon on school premises following a tip received through the See Something Say Something App.

The School Resource Officer (SRO) was notified on May 7 at 10:24 a.m., indicating that a student had been in possession of a weapon the previous evening during an after-school function. The investigation revealed that the student was seen with metal knuckles, police said.