Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

Fatal Crash Investigation in Lake Ridge

Published June 28, 2024 at 10:41AM

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Both drivers and passengers in the vehicles were taken to the hospital. On June 27, crash investigators were notified that the male passenger who was injured in the Edge died as a result of injuries sustained during the crash. All other involved parties are expected to survive. Investigators determined that speed, alcohol, and drugs were not factors for the driver. At the time of the collision, the driver of the Edge, identified as Doris Ann Grosskopf, was charged. The investigation continues.

Doris Ann Grosskopf, 82, of the 12100 block of Clipper Drive in Woodbridge, is charged with failure to follow a traffic signal. She is due in court on August 26, 2024, and was released on a court summons.

Business

This Weekend: Barbara Biddle Talks About Reopening District Hemp

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 28, 2024 at 7:00AM

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New Planet Fitness Gym Set to Open at Stafford Marketplace

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 27, 2024 at 2:32PM

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Poilce report: Two shot with BBs inside car at Tacketts Mill

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 27, 2024 at 12:18PM

Takett's Mill shopping center in Lake Ridge, Virginia.

On Tuesday, June 25, at 10:40 p.m., officers responded to Tackett’s Mill Shopping Mall in the 2200 block of Old Bridge Road in Lake Ridge. The response was to investigate a shots fired call.

The investigation revealed that two victims, a 22-year-old male and a 21-year-old female, were in the parking lot when a black SUV drove by and fired BB or other pellet-type rounds from the vehicle, striking both victims. No injuries were reported. No additional injuries or property damage were reported.

Controversial Cultural Exchange: Chinese Leaders Visit Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 26, 2024 at 11:48AM

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Published June 26, 2024 at 10:40AM | Updated June 26, 2024 at 1:03PM

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News

Stafford Begins Search for New Schools Superintendent — Again

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 26, 2024 at 9:26AM

The Stafford County School Board unanimously approved JG Consulting to search for a new Superintendent of Stafford County schools during its meeting on June 25. The firm will begin the search process later this week, pending execution of the $40,000 contract.

The School Board and JG Consulting will schedule community meetings for the community to provide input regarding the qualities required of the next superintendent. Dates will be announced later this summer.

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Furious Lawmakers Promise Probe into Quantico Security Breach Isn’t Over

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 26, 2024 at 9:17AM | Updated June 26, 2024 at 11:49AM

Republican lawmakers have lodged five deadline information requests to President Biden’s Department of Homeland Security for information that would enlighten the American public about a Jordanian border-crosser May 3 truck-ramming attack on the Quantico Marine Corps Base in northern Virginia along with a co-conspirator here on a student visa, reports Todd Bensman at the Center for Immigration Studies.

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Fox News to Broadcast Live from Juke Box Diner in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 26, 2024 at 9:11AM | Updated June 27, 2024 at 4:38PM

President Donald Trump will hold a campaign rally in Chesapeake, about 200 miles away, at 3 p.m. on the same day. Youngkin, a potential vice presidential candidate, is expected to join Trump at the rally.

Last year, on July 5, 2024, Youngkin appeared on Fox and Friends at the same diner. During his appearance, he discussed education and hiring more police officers. In an interview with Potomac Local News, Youngkin emphasized the need for departments to support their officers, highlighting a partnership with Petersburg that has reduced police vacancies.

Features

Prince William Conservation Alliance Hosts “People Who Make a Difference” Awards Ceremony

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 26, 2024 at 6:00AM | Updated June 26, 2024 at 11:59AM

The Prince William Conservation Alliance held its “People Who Make a Difference” Awards on Saturday, June 22, 2024.

This year’s event recognized four community members whose efforts have significantly contributed to the local environment’s preservation and enhancement. The awards honor individuals who embody the principle that people who care can make a difference.