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Prince William

Delegate Lovejoy proposes legislation addressing data center sites and land-use transparency

By Uriah Kiser

Delegate Ian Lovejoy (R-22, Bristow) updated his legislative priorities at the end of the first week of the 2024 Virginia General Assembly.

Lovejoy emphasized his focus on two key issues: limiting the siting of data centers near certain areas and addressing potential conflicts of interest among local elected officials involved in land use proceedings.

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Prince William

Woodbridge District Supervisor Margaret Franklin to host Zoom town hall amidst rising crime rates

By Uriah Kiser

In response to the recent surge in crime rates in Prince William County, Woodbridge District Supervisor Margaret Angela Franklin is set to host a Zoom town hall meeting on Monday, January 22, at 7 p.m. The town hall aims to address community concerns and provide insights into the county’s current public safety situation.

The decision to hold this annual town hall comes on the heels of a shooting in Woodbridge, resulting in the first homicide victim in Prince William County for the year 2024. A woman lost her life after being shot and taken to a local hospital.

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News

Assault at Brooke Point High School

By Uriah Kiser

On Thursday, January 18, 2024, at 12:30 p.m., a disturbance unfolded at Brooke Point High School, located at 1700 Courthouse Road. Deputy D.J. Taylor, fulfilling his School Resource Officer (SRO) duties, responded to the commotion caused by two students engaged in a physical altercation.

Upon arrival, school staff assisted in separating the two students involved in the fight. Investigation revealed that student one had initiated the confrontation by approaching student two with the intention of starting a fight. As the victim tried to disengage from the situation, she became the target of an assault by the aggressor.

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Publisher's Post

Calling all local restaurants: Be featured in our Valentine’s Day special!

By Uriah Kiser

As we eagerly anticipate the season of love, Potomac Local News is gearing up to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style. And we want to showcase the heart and soul of our community – your restaurant.

I’m Uriah Kiser, the Publisher of Potomac Local News. I’m contacting all the fantastic local restaurant owners in Prince William County and Stafford counties, as well as Manassas, Manassas Park, and Fredericksburg. We invite you to join us in creating a unique Valentine’s Day feature that highlights the culinary delights our community has to offer.

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Politics

Virginia State Senator Danica Roem tests positive for COVID, participates remotely in General Assembly Session

By Uriah Kiser
Roem [Photo courtesy Mike Beaty]

Roem has focused on legislation related to data centers, emphasizing the need for stringent approval processes. One of her proposed bills states that any local government land use application required for the siting of a data center must adhere to specific notice and noise abatement provisions. These provisions include notifying residents within a half-mile radius, scheduling and attending neighborhood meetings, and conducting sound studies to determine baseline and post-construction noise levels.

“I’m isolating at home in Manassas (albeit with my kitties, so not entirely alone). I plan to participate in committee and floor session remotely Monday,” Roem posted to X, formerly Twitter. “If I test negative Tuesday, I’ll mask up and return.”

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News

Public opinion on Route 1 renaming revealed in poll

By Uriah Kiser

In a recent survey conducted by Potomac Local News, nearly 1,300 individuals shared their perspectives on the renaming of Route 1 from Jefferson Davis Highway to Richmond Highway.

The poll aimed to gauge public sentiment regarding the impact of the 2021 law, signed by former Governor Ralph Northam, which mandated the renaming of the 200-mile highway in Virginia.

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News

Stafford County Public Schools Superintendent unveils FY25 budget proposal

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

The proposed budget, totaling $453.4 million for the 2024-2025 school year, aims to prioritize student success, address growth, and emphasize the need for increased investment in education.

Taylor highlighted the adverse effects of postponed projects and declining funding on student performance. Comparing the situation to 2012, when the school system was adequately funded, Stafford Schools ranked 15th in Virginia for student performance.

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Publisher's Post

Potomac Local News Events Calendar: Boost your event visibility today!

By Uriah Kiser

Potomac Local News is not just your go-to source for local news—it’s also the perfect platform to promote your community, nonprofit, or business events through our Events Calendar.

Whether you’re hosting a charity fundraiser, a local festival, an event for your church, or a business workshop, our calendar is here to help you reach a wider audience and make your event a success.

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News

Cold temps, snow showers persist across region | Water’s End Brewery sponsors our weather posts

By Uriah Kiser

The National Weather Service reports ongoing cold temperatures and snow showers, particularly along the Allegheny Front.

The atmosphere remains conducive to occasional streamers making their way east of the mountains. Currently, one such streamer has reached Fairfax County, albeit weakening. Despite this, it still holds some intensity and may drop another couple of tenths of an inch of snowfall for those under the heaviest portion. Additionally, some light snow showers continue in northeast Maryland, with another couple of tenths of an inch possible.

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