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New Podcast Episode: Resilience and Community Spirit with Barbara Biddle of District Hemp

By Uriah Kiser

We’re excited to share our latest Potomac Local podcast episode featuring Barbara Biddle, the owner of District Hemp. In this insightful conversation, Barbara recounts the emotional journey of losing their original storefront due to the demolition of the Old Town Inn and the subsequent challenges of reopening at their new location at 9417 Main Street, downtown Manassas.

Barbara delves into the significant regulatory changes that impacted District Hemp, including the introduction of SB903 and how these changes have increased operating costs and limited product availability. Despite these hurdles, Barbara shares how the unwavering support from the Manassas community was pivotal in expanding District Hemp to Leesburg and Washington, DC.

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City Hall Renovations Complete, Costs Higher Than Anticipated

By Uriah Kiser
Manassas City Hall

Manassas City Hall has reopened after significant renovations.

The building, which had remained unchanged since 1987, now features upgraded windows, an HVAC system, plumbing, an elevator, and reconfigured office space. The renovation project, initiated in 2014, cost $15.9 million and included a new roof and generator installed in 2021.

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Victim Sprayed in Face with Caustic Substance

By Uriah Kiser
Corum Hill

On Wednesday, June 26, at 9:07 p.m., officers responded to a domestic dispute at the Elevations One Apartments in the 14300 block of Bellona Road in Woodbridge.

The investigation revealed that a 26-year-old man and an acquaintance were involved in a verbal altercation in the parking lot. The situation escalated, and during the encounter, the woman sprayed the victim in his face and upper body with an unknown substance before driving away.

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Manassas Park Hosts Veterans Dinner

By Uriah Kiser

The Manassas Park Veterans Dinner was held at 6:30 p.m.,  June 27, 2024, at the Manassas Park Community Center.

The event provided an opportunity for the city to honor those who served and Gold Star Families who have lost loved ones in the service of the U.S. military. City Manager Keith Ngyuen, an Army veteran, led a champagne toast that honored all branches of military service, including the Coast Guard and Space Force, with a champagne toast.

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Fatal Crash Investigation in Lake Ridge

By Uriah Kiser
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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.

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This Weekend: Barbara Biddle Talks About Reopening District Hemp

By Uriah Kiser

The latest edition of the Potomac Local Podcast will be posted this weekend. It’s a privilege to bring it to you, our paid members, who support our efforts to bring you local community news.

This week, discover resilience and community spirit as we chat with Barbara Biddle, Owner of District Hemp in Manassas and Leesburg.

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New Planet Fitness Gym Set to Open at Stafford Marketplace

By Uriah Kiser

Planet Fitness will open a new gym at 1455 Stafford Marketplace in North Stafford later this year. The facility will occupy the former Best Buy location, which closed in March 2024.

Jillian Sanchez, Senior Project Manager at GFP Planet Fitness, shared details about this upcoming venture. “We are thrilled to bring a 20,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art fitness facility to the Stafford community. At Planet Fitness, our mission is to provide accessibility to fitness at a low cost and promote the physical well-being of the community,” Sanchez stated in emails obtained by Potomac Local as part of a freedom of information records order.

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

By Uriah Kiser
Tacketts Mill, shopping center, plaza
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.

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Controversial Cultural Exchange: Chinese Leaders Visit Manassas

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