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Clouds increase, showers possible | Water’s End Brewery sponsors our weather posts

Published February 9, 2024 at 8:00AM

The National Weather Service’s forecast indicates that high pressure will move offshore, resulting in increased cloud cover and warmer temperatures. A weak cold front will approach from the west on Saturday, bringing on and off shower chances along with increased cloud coverage.

Publisher's Post

Publisher’s Post: Tailor’s gift sparks nostalgia for this former newspaper man

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 8, 2024 at 2:18PM

My longtime friend, Kenny Loveless, proprietor at Tangs Alterations in Manassas, a Local Spotlight member, and my tailor picked up this mailbox for me at a local antique store. The Manassas Journal Messenger is where my career came into focus and where I put in the time, training, and effort to learn the media business and laid the groundwork to become an entrepreneur.

Hired in 2006 to work at the daily newspaper, I was tasked with helping the salespeople in the bullpen close their deals. I was able to travel around the community, meet the business leaders of our community, and get an education on how to help businesses grow.

Originals

Prince William police applauded for CALEA accreditation

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 8, 2024 at 12:34PM | Updated February 11, 2024 at 8:56AM

At the recent Prince William Board of County Supervisors meeting on February 6, 2024, the Prince William County Police Department received recognition for its Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) accreditation. Chief of Police Peter Newsham expressed gratitude for the honor, highlighting the significance of the department’s continuous commitment to excellence since 1987.

“This accreditation is just a symbol of that,” Chief Newsham remarked, emphasizing the department’s dedication to promoting progressive community engagement strategies, utilizing data for management decisions, and setting leadership benchmarks among peer agencies.

Features

Locals Only: The first dish sold at Bob & Edith’s Diner in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 8, 2024 at 9:46AM

Bob and Edith’s Diner, a beloved establishment synonymous with classic American dining, proudly announced the grand opening of its latest location in Manassas on January 31.

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Warmer Weather Ahead | Water’s End Brewery sponsors our weather posts

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 8, 2024 at 9:00AM | Updated February 8, 2024 at 9:51AM

Another stunning sunrise this morning with temperatures in the 20s and 30s. [Photo: National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington]

Increasing high clouds are expected throughout the day, but no precipitation is anticipated. Tonight, skies will remain mostly cloudy, with a possibility of a brief shower in the Alleghenies later in the night. Temperatures will be warmer, with lows in the mid-30s to near 40.

News

Manassas councilwoman praises interim city manager, high employee satisfaction

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2024 at 4:00PM | Updated February 11, 2024 at 9:06AM

Manassas City Councilwoman Theresa Coates Ellis provided insights into the ongoing search for a new city manager and discussed the results of a recent city employment satisfaction survey.

According to Coates Ellis, the city’s current state has significantly improved, with Police Chief Douglass Keen serving as the interim city manager. “They’re a lot better now with Chief Keen on board as the interim. That was the best thing we could have, mean to get through a very, in my opinion, unstable time.”

Business

Exclusive: Fredericksburg’s Historic Kenmore Inn reimagined as Ironclad Inn and Bourbon Tasting Room; Soft Opening Set for Feb. 20

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2024 at 2:00PM | Updated February 11, 2024 at 9:06AM

Ironclad Distillery Co., renowned for its bourbon whiskey production in Newport News, has made waves in the hospitality industry with its recent acquisition of the historic Kenmore Inn in Fredericksburg.

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Prince William

Locals Only: What are those brown suds in the Occoquan River?

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2024 at 8:30AM

Occoquan Mayor Earnie Porta shed light on the occurrence of off-white, brownish suds and orange slime in the Occoquan River, clarifying that these phenomena are natural processes resulting from the breakdown of organic debris and bacterial action on iron, respectively.

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Clear skies and mild temperatures Ahead | Water’s End Brewery sponsors our weather posts

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2024 at 8:21AM

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Time’s up for Stafford schools’ ‘power hour’ lunch; Division reverts to 3-bell lunch schedule amid safety concerns and student incidents

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 6, 2024 at 12:30PM | Updated February 11, 2024 at 8:57AM

A reporter interviews Stafford County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor.

The school division announced it will revert to a three-bell lunch schedule starting Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. Potomac Local was the first to tell you administrators were scrutinizing the extended “power hour” lunch period following the arrest of at least 10 students involved in an early-morning fight at Brooke Point High School on January 29, 2024.

Later that day, police placed the school on lockdown after students assaulted two Brooke Point teachers in a separate incident.

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