Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

Police report: Rape investigation underway, suspect at large; Reckless firearm handling incident resolved without charges

Published February 13, 2024 at 5:46PM

Rape Investigation

On November 26, 2023, at 12:26 AM, officers responded to a residence in the Woodbridge (22192) area of Prince William County to investigate a sexual assault. The investigation revealed a female juvenile victim was being sexually assaulted by a man, identified as Dimas Alexis LAZO, inside the home. A family member intervened, separating the victim from the accused who fled the residence. Detectives determined the victim and the accused had previously met on a social media app and arranged to meet at the residence. Dimas Alexis LAZO, 26, of the 9200 block of Limestone Pl. in College Park, MD, is wanted for rape.

Breaking News

Updated: 2 dead after stabbing, officer-involved shooting

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2024 at 5:24PM | Updated February 14, 2024 at 7:15AM

Updated: One of the victims involved in the initial stabbing altercation with the suspect has died. All parties involved in the incident were adult males. The surviving victim remains hospitalized in critical condition. A knife was recovered at the scene. The identities of the deceased will be released pending notifications of their next-of-kin, police said.

Original post: Prince William County Police responded to a reported stabbing incident at an apprenticeship training center on Infantry Ridge Road, near Northern Virginia Community College Manassas Campus, on February 13 at 3:23 p.m.

Business

Rappahannock Goodwill announces new board member and officers

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2024 at 10:00AM

Lafayette store and donation center in Fredericksburg. [Photo: Rappahannock Goodwill]

Additionally, RGI disclosed the election of new officers for the upcoming year. Brian Roinestad, Director of Purchasing at Atlantic Builders, secured the position of Board Chair. Andy Withers, Senior Vice President, Central CRE Region Group Leader at Atlantic Union Bank, transitioned into the role of Vice Chair, having previously served as Treasurer. John Rogers, Local Sales Manager at Effectv, a Comcast Company, retained his role as Treasurer, while Stephanie Lyles, Director of Marketing Outreach at Topside Federal Credit Union, remained as Board Secretary.

Expressing gratitude for these developments, Steve Cox, President and CEO of Rappahannock Goodwill, emphasized the organization’s strategic positioning to fulfill its mission of creating work opportunities, offering job search assistance, and providing employment skills training to individuals across the region.

Fairfax

Paradise Springs Winery represents Fairfax Global Wine Showcase in Paris

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2024 at 10:00AM

[Photo: Visit Fairfax]

The winery, already the first bi-coastal wine brand in the United States after opening a second location in Santa Barbara, CA, will showcase several of its key blends, including last year’s Virginia Governor’s Cup Case Winner, the 2021 Petit Verdot, at the Wine Paris Vinexpo event. The renowned international wine and spirits exhibition, one of the largest wine shows in the world, is scheduled from February 12 – 14 in Paris, France.

In addition to the Petit Verdot, the winery will also be pouring the Cabernet Franc Petit Manseng and the specialty PVT (50% Petit Verdot/50% Tannat), which will also be served at the U.S. Ambassador’s home during the U.S. Ambassador Dinner this week.

Business

High school students explore career paths at Fredericksburg Intern Expo

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2024 at 9:00AM

[Photo: Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce]

On February 6, the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce played host to nearly 550 high school students hailing from King George, Spotsylvania, Caroline, Stafford, and Fredericksburg, as well as homeschool and private school attendees, along with college students from Mary Washington University and Germanna Community College.

This marked the third annual Intern Expo, themed “Oh the Places You’ll Go.”

News

Volunteers needed: Help serve home-cooked meals to homeless at Bill Mehr Drop-In Center

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2024 at 8:00AM | Updated September 13, 2024 at 11:26AM

Greetings, Prince William – StreetLight Community Ministries needs volunteers to provide a nourishing dinner for 30 people each night at the Bill Mehr Drop-In Center, 14716 Potomac Mills Road in Woodbridge, through March 31. Meals should be prepared at home and provided in disposable aluminum pans or serving trays; drop-off is between 6:15 pm and 7 pm only. Desserts and sides are also appreciated but not required. It’s a fantastic group project, and you’ll feel great knowing you are providing a delicious home-cooked meal for our homeless neighbors! Please visit https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/lowvd4/ to sign up. If you sign up to bring a meal and cannot honor your commitment/make it on time, please email [email protected] or call 571.677.2883.

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call our wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William at 703.369.5292. You can also visit our website at www.volunteerprincewilliam.org. Thanks so much for all you do in our community.

Prince William

Dumfries Town Council gathers to weigh new proffer conditions for The Rose Gaming Resort

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2024 at 7:45AM

Dumfries Town Hall

“A few moments ago, the Town of Dumfries Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the proposed amendments to the proffer related to The Rose. The vote was 4-0. The amendments and other commitments, as outlined below, will go before the Town Council for its consideration on Tuesday evening,” said Michael Kelly, spokesman for The Rose, on Monday night, Feb. 12, 2024.

Tonight, the Dumfries Town Council convenes to deliberate on pivotal proffer amendments concerning The Rose Gaming Resort. These amendments were recently greenlit by the Planning Commission, marking a significant step forward for the proposed expansion.

News

Snow clearing: Gusty winds, drier conditions expected, another system looms | Water’s End Brewery sponsors our weather posts

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2024 at 7:31AM

The National Weather Service forecast indicates that low pressure will move eastward, leading to a transition from rain to snow over the mountains and areas north and west of metropolitan areas.

Business

Sheetz redevelopment, new church on county’s agenda

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2024 at 7:00AM

The iconic Sheetz gas station at 4021 Prince William Parkway in Dale City may transform. Dating back a quarter-century, this Sheetz location is seeking approval from the Prince William Board of County Supervisors for a special use permit (SUP) to incorporate a drive-through facility. If granted, the existing structure will make way for a modernized Sheetz gas station featuring updated interior designs and the reintroduction of a drive-through option for the convenience store.

Encompassing the demolition and reconstruction of the current Sheetz, the proposed design spans 6,100 square feet of gross floor area and includes 12 gas pumps.

Prince William

Violent incidents unfold in Woodbridge: Carjacking, reckless firearm use, and domestic assault

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 12, 2024 at 2:30PM

Barrie, Jr. [Photo: Prince William police]

In the late hours of February 11, a disturbing incident unfolded in the 14200 block of Smoketown Road, near Potomac Mills mall in Woodbridge, when an 18-year-old man fell victim to a carjacking and robbery. According to reports, the victim had offered a ride to a group of men, one of whom was identified by police as Ibrahim Jr., an acquaintance. However, what began as a seemingly routine gesture quickly turned violent.

As the victim parked the vehicle in a nearby lot, the situation took a turn when Barrie, Jr. and another individual from the group pursued and tackled the victim in the median of Smoketown Road, police said. The assailants assaulted the victim and took his personal belongings, including phones, wallet, and keys, police said. Fortunately, a Good Samaritan intervened, allowing the victim to escape with only minor injuries.