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Yesli Vega endorses Navy SEAL veteran Cameron Hamilton

By Uriah Kiser
Yesli Vega (center) pictured with Cameron Hamilton (right) and his family.
Yesli Vega (center) pictured with Cameron Hamilton (right) and his family.

Yesli Vega will not seek the Republican nomination for the 7th District Congressional race.

Vega was the party nominee in 2022 for the seat now held by Abigail Spanberger. She told Potomac Local News that she endorsed Hamilton at the Prince William County Republican Committee meeting.

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Features

Prince William Forest Park a snowy spectacle

By Uriah Kiser
[Photo: Prince William Forest Park]

A Facebook post from Prince William Forest Park highlights the beauty of snow covering the forests in the park.

It mentions that trails are still snow-covered, while Scenic Drive and parking areas have been cleared of snow. However, caution is advised due to the remaining icy patches on the roadways.

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Breaking News

Updated: Biden event to affect George Mason University’s SciTech Campus, airport

By Uriah Kiser

On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) is set to host a high-profile event at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on George Mason University’s SciTech Campus outside Manassas, featuring President Joe Biden, first lady Jill Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and second gentleman Douglas Emhoff.

This event is not affiliated with the university and is strictly invitation-only, states a university spokeswoman. Security measures will be robust to ensure the safety of attendees and dignitaries. The anticipated high-profile nature of the gathering is expected to result in significant traffic and parking disruptions on and around the SciTech Campus.

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Virginia

Democratic-backed firearm proposals breeze through committee

By Uriah Kiser

“Multiple Democrat-sponsored pieces of gun legislation aimed at strengthening firearm laws advanced in Virginia’s House of Delegates this week,” reports Morgan Sweeney at The Center Square. “A bill to watch this legislative session sponsored by Del. Dan Helmer, D-Fairfax, House bill 2 creates a class 1 misdemeanor for any person who imports, sells, manufactures, purchases, possesses, transports or transfers an assault firearm and prohibits anyone convicted of such violation from purchasing, possessing or transporting a firearm for three years from the date of conviction.”

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Prince William

Virginia Conservation Lobby Day to address data center legislation

By Uriah Kiser
Manassas, battlefield, park, civil war
Manassas National Battlefield Park Visitor Center is located on Route 234 near Manassas, Virginia.

In an effort to advocate for policies safeguarding national parks, clean water, and combating climate change, the Virginia Conservation Network, in collaboration with the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA), is gearing up for the annual 2024 Conservation Lobby Day on Wednesday, January 31.

This significant event aims to unite environmental supporters from across the state, addressing the constant threats faced by Virginia’s national parks, particularly from the proliferation of data centers. The General Assembly is set to consider various bills in 2024 to tackle the impacts of data centers, including rising electricity costs and environmental pressures.

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News

$15 million increase sought: Stafford leaders to talk school funding at joint meeting

By Uriah Kiser
Stafford County Public Schools Alvin York Bandy Complex, the headquarters of the school division.

The ongoing process of formulating the Stafford County Schools Fiscal Year 2025 budget is progressing with a collaborative meeting between the School Board and the Board of Supervisors.

The joint session is set to take place at the school headquarters complex, located at 37 Stafford Avenue, near Route 1 and the county government center, on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.

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Features

Colonial Forge High School to host 3rd annual Community Health and Wellness Fair

By Uriah Kiser
S.E.R.V.E. stands for "Stafford Emergency Relief through Volunteer Efforts. [Photo: S.E.R.V.E. Facebook page]

This year’s fair introduces the Polar Pals Fun Run for elementary students at 10:15 a.m., with a route around the high school. The Polar Crew welcomes participants at 10 a.m.; hot chocolate is available after the run. Registration is open for those eager to join.

Attendees can enjoy activities, including giveaways, school nutrition tastings, health screenings, life-saving technique demonstrations, and interactions with local organizations and businesses. The Fair emphasizes Stafford Schools’ eight wellness areas: Occupational, Physical, Emotional, Social, Spiritual, Intellectual, Financial, and Environmental. The goal is to inspire healthy living, empower the community, and foster overall family wellness, according to the school division.

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Features

Gainesville Middle School 7th grader wins publishing contest

By Uriah Kiser
Misra

Each year, the iWRITE literacy organization organizes a publishing contest for young writers and illustrators in grades three through 12.

This year, Anushka Misra, a seventh-grade student at Gainesville Middle School, emerged as one of the 125 winners chosen from across the globe.

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