Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

I-95 E-ZPass Express Lanes operator Transurban donates $250,000 to Germanna, Infrastructure Academy

Published December 5, 2023 at 6:45AM

Germanna Community College: “On Monday, Dec. 4, 2023, Transurban North America, operator of the 95, 395, and 495 Express Lanes, celebrated the imminent completion of the 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension with a $250,000 grant to the Virginia Infrastructure Academy at Germanna Community College.”

“Joined by the Virginia Foundation for Community College Education, the Virginia Department of Transportation, elected officials, and community members, Transurban presented the contribution that will go toward the Infrastructure Academy’s mission to train military veterans for a career in infrastructure.”

Breaking News

Route 55 in Haymarket closed due to gas leak

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 4, 2023 at 6:01PM

“Ongoing outside gas leak. Earlier this afternoon units arrived on the scene to find a large gas line severed by a Dominion Energy crew. Washington Gas arrived on the scene and determined it is a 6” line and estimate it may take 3-4 additional hours to repair.”5 in

“The length of time is necessary to ensure gas service is not interrupted to the area. John Marshal Highway (Route 55) is completely shut down between Trading Square (Home Depot) and Antioch Road. Five structures on Tulip Terrace were evacuated as a precaution in case the gas line was to ignite.”

Features

Vega to light Christmas Tree, collect toys for children

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 4, 2023 at 4:34PM

The supervisor is also collecting toys for children.

Supervisor Yesli Vega: “Help us put a smile on a child’s face this year! Our office is helping to collect new, unwrapped gifts for Toys for Tots. If you are able to help our efforts, you can drop off a gift at the Coles District Office (13476 Dumfries Rd) or bring a toy to our annual Christmas Tree Lighting event. We are accepting donations at our office Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM until Friday, December 15.”

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OmniRide expecting new buses after new Stafford, Spotsylvania services begin

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 4, 2023 at 4:24PM | Updated December 4, 2023 at 10:45PM

Regional transit provider OmniRide will begin serving new destinations, and it won’t be long before customers may ride on new buses.

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4,000 auto dealers: Electric vehicles are ‘stacking up’ on lots

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 4, 2023 at 4:05PM

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“BEVs [battery electric vehicles] are stacking up on our lots,” the auto dealers stated in the letter. “Last year, there was a lot of hope and hype about EVs. Early adopters formed an initial line and were ready to buy these vehicles as soon as we had them to sell. But that enthusiasm has stalled. Today, the supply of unsold BEVs is surging, as they are not selling nearly as fast as they are arriving at our dealerships – even with deep price cuts, manufacturer incentives, and generous government incentives.”

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Woodbridge ambulance crews save heart attack patient’s life

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 4, 2023 at 3:02PM

On November 8, 2023, an emergency department doctor at Sentara Lake Ridge diagnosed a patient as having a heart attack. The doctor requested an ambulance to transfer the patient to Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center’s cardio catheterization lab.

Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department’s (OWL VFD) Ambulance 502 and Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue’s (DFR) Medic 520 were dispatched to the scene.

News

Hospital to light Christmas Tree

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 4, 2023 at 1:55PM

Stafford Hospital, 101 Hospital Center Boulevard in Stafford.

The Stafford Hospital Auxiliary will host the annual Stafford Hospital tree lighting in the atrium on Tuesday, December 5, at noon.

The Auxiliary will have five raffle prizes to give away. Purchase a raffle ticket from the Stafford Hospital gift shop between now and December 5. The Brooke Point High School Choir will perform at 12:00 noon followed by the raffle drawing and the tree lighting around 12:30 p.m.

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Northern Va. commuter ferry unlikely to launch any time soon — but there’s still interest

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 4, 2023 at 1:36PM | Updated December 4, 2023 at 10:36PM

[Photo by Andrew Sprague on Unsplash]

“With budget shortfalls looming and a projected recession ahead, local and state leaders have turned their attention elsewhere, leaving it to the private sector to consider investing in the costly project.”

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Freedom-Woodbridge advances to state football final after routing Madison

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 4, 2023 at 1:33PM | Updated August 13, 2024 at 6:25PM

Insidenova.com: “Just as they have done in nearly every game for the past two seasons, the Freedom Eagles soared high above their opponent—this time one of the best team’s in Class 6 in the Madison Warhawks.”

“Unleashing one of their most complete games of the season en route to their 28th consecutive victory, Freedom defeated Madison 55-14 Saturday afternoon in the state semifinals.”

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I-66 police chase ends with 1 in custody

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 4, 2023 at 1:29PM

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Virginia State Police: “At 11:34 a.m., Virginia State Police attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a vehicle traveling east on I-66 near Exit 43. The vehicle refused to stop for the trooper and, instead, sped away. A pursuit was initiated. The suspect vehicle lost control and spun out at Route 29 and Linton Hall Rd. The suspect vehicle came to a stop and the 25-year-old male driver was taken into custody. The driver was not injured.”

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