Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

2 adults displaced after fire in Dale City

Published September 1, 2023 at 11:55AM

Prince William fire and rescue: “Earlier this morning, units were dispatched to a townhouse on fire in the 4600 block of Whitaker Place. Crews arrived with fire to the rear of the home extending up into the attic. The fire was quickly brought under control. No injuries were reported. The home sustained major damage, and the Building Official declared the structure unsafe to occupy. The American Red Cross is assisting 2 adults who resided at the address. The Fire Marshal’s Office stated the fire was electrical in origin and was determined to be accidental.”

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UMW to host candidate debates

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 1, 2023 at 10:45AM

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Five candidates running for Senate and House of Delegates seats are set for debates next month at the University of Mary Washington.

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Anti-data center group objects to November vote for Prince William Digital Gateway

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 1, 2023 at 10:37AM

Insidenova.com: “The HOA Roundtable of Northern Virginia on Monday wrote to Prince William County leadership, objecting to their decision to take up two rezoning requests related to the contentious PW Digital Gateway data center project in November.”

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Prince William school system, education association running out of time in contract negotiations

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 1, 2023 at 10:34AM | Updated August 13, 2024 at 6:25PM

Insidenova: “Time is running out for Prince William County Public Schools to reach a contract agreement with its new employees union, and negotiators from the Prince William Education Association say the school division isn’t showing enough urgency.”

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Former teacher solicited sexual acts from students, police said

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 1, 2023 at 10:22AM | Updated August 13, 2024 at 6:25PM

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On July 27, detectives began an investigation into inappropriate communication involving a former teacher with Prince William County Schools that was reported to have occurred in Prince William County in July 2023.

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Today’s weather forecast | Sponsored by Prince William Parks, Recreation & Tourism

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 1, 2023 at 9:20AM

National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Sunny skies & low humidity look to continue through the start of the holiday weekend as high pressure builds into the region. Turning hotter Sunday with highs back in the low to mid-90s along and east of I-81.”

“Today: Sunny, with a high near 80. Northeast wind around 6 mph.”

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GMU sets state record for total enrolled students at more than 40,000

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 30, 2023 at 10:04AM

Insidenova: “George Mason University’s total student enrollment has surpassed 40,000 this year, marking a record for both the school and the commonwealth. The 40,000 includes the university’s anticipated record total of roughly 11,000 new students, including the largest freshman class in school history of 4,500 students, 3,500 of which are from Virginia.”

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Today’s weather forecast | Sponsored by Prince William Parks, Recreation & Tourism

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 30, 2023 at 9:40AM

National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Showers associated with a cold front passage this morning will give way to a mixture of clouds and sun this afternoon. Highs today will be 80s for most, with 60s and 70s in the mountains.”

“Today: Partly sunny, with a high near 88. Northwest wind 6 to 9 mph.”

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Firefighter injured after blaze in North Stafford

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 28, 2023 at 10:59AM

Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department: “Just after 11:45 on Sunday, August 27th, units with Stafford County Fire and Rescue (SCFR) were dispatched for a reported structure fire in the 00 block Cliff Circle (Foxwood Village in North Stafford), reported by multiple callers. First arriving units marked the scene less than five minutes later and reported heavy fire from the front and side of a mobile home. Crews quickly made entry and brought the fire under control in approximately 10 minutes.”

“The residence was occupied by three people at the time of the fire, all were able to evacuate prior to the arrival of units. Two patients were evaluated, one was transported for non-life-threatening injuries. In total, five people were displaced and are receiving assistance from the American Red Cross. One firefighter was transported for non-life threatening injuries. The fire was investigated by Stafford County Fire Marshal’s Office and determined to be accidental in nature. SCFR units were assisted on scene by Quantico Fire and Emergency Services.”

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Today’s weather forecast | Sponsored by Prince William Parks, Recreation & Tourism

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 28, 2023 at 10:44AM | Updated September 5, 2023 at 12:07PM

National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “A Heat Advisory is in effect for much of the area between 12-8pm today. Heat index values this afternoon will range between 100-105 degrees. If spending extended times outdoors please stay hydrated & take plenty of breaks.”