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Bel Air Elementary students decorate Senator Warner’s Christmas Tree

By Uriah Kiser

Senator Mark Warner’s office: “Today, Sen. Warner welcomed kindergarteners from Bel Air Elementary School in [Dale City] to his Capitol Hill office to kick off the holiday season with carols, milk and cookies, and decoration of the office Christmas tree. This year’s tree, a 12-foot Fraser fir, is from Mt. Rogers Tree Farm in Grayson County, Va.”

“Students helped Sen. Warner decorate his tree with handmade ornaments while serenading members of his staff with classic carols such as “Jingle Bells” and “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.”

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News

Manassas man killed in Centreville crash

By Uriah Kiser

Fairfax County police: “At 12:24 a.m. on Dec. 5th, officers responded to the intersection of Lee Highway and Clifton Road in Centreville. Officers found a 2013 BMW M3 and a 2012 Hyundai Sonata with severe damage. The driver of the Hyundai Sonata, Sohail Iqbal, 30, of Manassas, was declared deceased by Fairfax County Fire and Rescue at the scene.”

“The driver of the BMW was taken to the hospital for injuries considered life-threatening.”

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Politics

Nembhard seeks to replace Jennifer Wexton in CD10

By Uriah Kiser

Travis Nembhard: “I’m running for the U.S. Congress in my home district of VA-10. I look forward to continuing to serve the community that has given me so much, and where I’ve been raising my two children with my wife Stephanie.”

“I have spent my career standing up for people who are too often forgotten. My lifetime of public service is focused on combating injustices and fighting for those who need someone to fight for them the most. While working in the Obama White House, I witnessed the power of government to be a force for good. As an assistant attorney general in the Civil Rights Bureau, I went after slumlords, corrupt employers that violated wage laws, and companies that discriminated against individuals. And, as a financial regulator, I investigated instances of complex white-collar crime. I have a consistent record of working to protect the public against bad actors, and I intend to do the same in Congress, on behalf of the 10th Congressional District.”

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Prince William

Waste hauler fees increase January 1, 2024

By Uriah Kiser
Prince William County landfill

Prince William County Government: “Effective January 1, 2024, waste haulers and commercial users disposing of regular refuse at the landfill will be charged $40/ton at the Prince William County Landfill.”

“Residents will not be charged a fee for bringing regular household trash, recyclable materials and yard waste to Prince William County solid waste facilities. Permitted haulers will not be charged a tipping fee for yard waste at the Balls Ford Road Compost facility.”

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Virginia’s ‘Data Center Alley’ residents say an eerie hum is keeping them up at night

By Uriah Kiser
[Photo by Jordan Harrison on Unsplash]

“At the beginning of this year, she started hearing an eerie hum that got louder at night. Brookes thought it sounded like someone doing lawn work constantly, but she had no idea what it was — until neighbors told her the noise came from the data centers that have earned the county the nickname Data Center Alley.”

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Prince William

Police search for sex assault suspect

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William police: “Abduction | Attempted Sexual Assault *UPDATE – The Prince William County Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance with identifying the man sought in connection to an abduction that was reported to have occurred in the area of Forestdale Ave. and Fullerton Rd. in Woodbridge (22193) on December 3 at around 1:30AM.”

“The victim voluntarily got into the suspect’s vehicle where he then refused to let her leave despite the victim’s numerous attempts. While traveling in the above area, the suspect exposed himself and made inappropriate gestures before grabbing the victim. Later that morning, the suspect drove the victim to her residence where she encountered police. Attached is a composite sketch of the suspect and photos of the suspect’s white sedan. The investigation continues. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the Prince William County Police Department tipline at 703.792.7000 or submit a webtip to: www.pwcgov.org/policetip.”

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Schools

William & Mary to cover in-state tuition for limited income high school students

By Uriah Kiser

WAVY-TV: “The College of William & Mary announced it’s expanding enrollment to support first-generation and limited-income college students.School administrators said a new initiative called the Commonwealth Impact Partnership Program, launched this semester.”

“According to a press release, the program is aimed at high schools identified by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) to participate in the Virginia College Application Week initiative each fall.’

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Virginia local governments will now have to plan for water supply regionally

By Uriah Kiser

Virginia Mercury: “Virginia’s State Water Control Board amended regulations last week that will require local governments in the same river basin to work together in crafting plans for water supply and use.”

“Previously, the state allowed local governments to choose whether they wanted to submit such plans independently or work with other localities in a regional approach. Plans must include existing water sources, water use and environmental conditions, any actions being taken to manage water supply and drought response plans, among other information.”

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Home deemed unsafe after basement fire

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William County fire and rescue: “[At 1:44 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023], units were dispatched to the 8400 block of Impala Drive [near Manassas] for a reported [House Fire]. Crews arrived with fire showing from a single-family home. The fire was quickly brought under control. The occupant reported being in the home’s basement earlier when she was alerted by a smoke detector.”

“Upon investigation, a fire was discovered in the basement. The occupant was able to safely evacuate and report the fire by calling 9-1-1. No injuries were reported. The home sustained moderate damage and was determined unsafe to occupy by the Building Official. The home’s only resident was displaced. The Fire Marshal’s Office confirmed the fire started in the basement and was caused by accidental use of a burning material.”

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News

Dean Park, proposed school focus of Manassas councilwoman’s year-end event

By Uriah Kiser
Coates Ellis

Manassas City Councilwoman Theresa Coates Ellis: “After the new Dean School construction plan was presented by the Manassas City School Board to the Manassas City Council last Thursday, I planned a Year End Wrap-Up for this upcoming [Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023, 5:30 p.m., City Tavern, 9550 Center Street, Manassas], and have invited the public to hear more details and welcome questions.”

“The original plan “A” would be to build the new Dean behind the existing Dean and leave all athletic fields and track in place and available for the Dean Sports Complex. Plan “E” was recommended by the School Board. This plan would eliminate the track, a rectangle field, and a diamond and possibly a second diamond.”

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