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Prince William Real Estate listings decline substantially

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William Association of Realtors: “Bright MLS, Smartcharts, a leader in real estate data and insights, has unveiled its August 2023 market report, delivering a comprehensive overview of the local real estate landscape. This report delves into key trends that have shaped the market throughout this period.”

“Key findings from the report indicate significant shifts in various real estate metrics compared to the previous year. Notable data points for August 2023 include a substantial 37.02% decline in new listings, with only 529 new listings recorded, as opposed to 840 in August 2022.”

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Politics

Wexton won’t seek reelection due to health battle

By Uriah Kiser
Jennifer Wexton (D-Va, 10) greets at a voter at Unity Reed High School near Manassas.

The Center Square: “Virginia Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton said Monday she will not be seeking reelection, citing health concerns.”

“The third-term Democrat previously announced she was battling Parkinson’s Disease and receiving treatments. After further testing amid unresponsive treatment, Wexton disclosed she had been diagnosed with Progressive Supra-nuclear Palsy, type-p. The congresswoman said the disease is characterized as “’Parkinson’s on steroids.’”

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Prince William extends car tax deadline 90 days

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William County Government: “During their meeting this afternoon, the Board of County Supervisors unanimously voted to extend the tax payment due date for the vehicle classification of tangible personal property by 90 days.”

“Normally, the vehicle classification of the tangible personal property tax payments is due by October 5 of the calendar year. The approved extension means that the vehicle personal property tax for tax year 2023 will now be due on Jan. 3, 2024.”

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News

Stafford announces early voting info; Polls open Friday, September 22

By Uriah Kiser

Stafford County Government: “Early voting in Stafford County begins on Friday, September 22, 2023. This year’s general election is on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. You may request a mail-in ballot from the General Registrar until October 27, 2023.”

“Early voting will be available at Conference Room ABC of the George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA 22554. It is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. from September 22, 2023, through November 3, 2023. It will also be available on two Saturdays – October 28, 2023, and November 4, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.”

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Chair Wheeler backs away from holding PW Digital Gateway hearing the week of Thanksgiving

By Uriah Kiser
Former Prince William Board of County Supervisors Chair At-large Ann Wheeler. [File photo]

Insidenova.com: “Prince William Board of County Supervisors Chair Ann Wheeler on Tuesday walked back her original plans to consider the contentious PW Digital Gateway data center project at the board’s Nov. 21 meeting that falls just days before Thanksgiving.”

“The Tuesday before Thanksgiving is not an appropriate time to hear the Digital Gateway,” Wheeler said during the board’s Sept. 12 meeting.”

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New signs to warn public to stay off school grounds

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William County Public Schools: “Signs stating, “No public access to grounds during school hours,” are being installed at every school in the division. Each school will have multiple signs on or around high-traffic areas on the school property.”

“Limiting public access to school grounds during the school day is a result of several incidents of trespassing on our campuses. The posted signs serve as a reminder to the public and provide a proactive approach to safety.”

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News

Gravley named CEO of Manassas-based Didlake, Inc.

By Uriah Kiser

Didlake, Inc.: “Didlake, Inc., a nonprofit that connects people with disabilities to employment and community engagement opportunities, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Paul Gravley as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective October 23, 2023.”

“Gravley will bring more than 25 years of experience leading multi-million-dollar organizations across multiple nonprofit sectors to Didlake. With a proven track record of crafting vision, strategic implementation, funding, and leading organizations, Gravley is poised to lead Didlake into a new era of success.”

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Originals

Prince William County teachers union 17% pay raise would require 73% hike in homeowner tax bills

By Uriah Kiser
[Photo: Prince William Education Association Facebook page]

The cost of the Prince William County teacher’s union’s request for a pay raise would take an expensive toll on homeowners or lead to reduced public school services.

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Features

‘Voctave’ to perform at Hylton Performing Arts

By Uriah Kiser

The musical ensemble “Voctave” will perform in Manassas on Saturday, September 23, 2023.

Hylton Performing Arts Center: “This superstar vocal ensemble has amassed more than 150 million views on their videos of a cappella masterpieces; performed all over the world alongside GRAMMY, Dove, and American Music Award winners; and garnered multiple #1 songs and albums on iTunes, Amazon, and Spotify. Voctave has also ranked in the top 25 on Billboard Magazine’s charts.”

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Public safety forum planned at Woodbridge Middle School

By Uriah Kiser

The Woodbridge Potomac Communities Civic Association will host a forum on crime and public safety in Prince William County.

The program comes as the violent crime rate in Prince William County has increased by 70% since 2019. It’s also an election year in the county, with all local seats on the Board of County Supervisors, School Board, Sheriff’s Office, and Commonwealth Attorney on the ballot.

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