Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

FredNats take down Pelicans 6-4

Published June 14, 2023 at 6:57AM

Fredericksburg Nationals: “The Fredericksburg Nationals opened up their two-week road trip with a 6-4 victory over the Myrtle Beach Pelicans.”

“It was the Pelicans who got on the board first in this series opener, in the bottom of the second inning. Christian Hernandez and Jefferson Rojas each singled off of starter Brad Lord, to put runners on the corners with one out. Lord got Rafael Morel to pop up for the second out, but Reivaj Garcia smoked a double back up the middle to plate a pair, and Myrtle Beach took a 2-0 lead.”

Juneteenth closures June 19, 2023

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 14, 2023 at 6:30AM | Updated June 14, 2023 at 4:18PM

Photo from Dumfries Juneteenth Parade in 2022

Stafford County Government: “Stafford offices, departments, facilities, and all courts will be closed for the Juneteenth holiday on Monday, June 19, 2023. Both locations of the R-Board/Regional Landfill (Eskimo Hill and Belman Road) will be open. Full details.”

Manassas Park City Government: “Please note the below city closures on Monday, June 19, 2023, in observance of Juneteenth. Full details”

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First 100 customers at new Wawa get t-shirts

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 13, 2023 at 9:50PM

A Wawa gas station

Wawa, Inc., today announced the grand opening of its newest store located at 9235 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania, VA 22553 on June 15th.

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Stafford changes start-time for middle, elementary schools

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 13, 2023 at 8:56PM

Photo: Stafford County Public Schools

Middle and elementary schools in Stafford County will begin instruction earlier when school begins on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.

Today, the school board delayed start times by about 10 minutes.

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‘Perfekt Blend’ next act slated for the ‘Fridays at 5’ concert series

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 13, 2023 at 8:36PM

Prince William County Government: “Perfekt Blend is the next act slated for the Fridays at 5 Concert series, which is scheduled for this Friday, June 16, at the Sean T. Connaughton Plaza at the McCoart Government Center, 1 County Complex Court in Woodbridge.”

“Jaynel Jones, founder and lead singer with Perfekt Blend, said the band will bring something for everyone to enjoy.”

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Woman clucks about drive-through order, charged with disorderly conduct

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 13, 2023 at 3:50PM

Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “On June 11th at approximately 7:36 p.m., Deputy J.D. Hurt responded to Popeyes, located at 253 Garrisonville Road, for a report of a scrambling disorder. It was advised a female was parked in the drive-thru and was refusing to move. The incident wouldn’t be over easy.”

“The suspect advised there was an issue while she was attempting to order chicken and she wasn’t moving until she got her discount, even suggested the vehicle would need to be towed before she voluntarily moved it. Another customer advised she attempted to converse with the suspect when the suspect chest-bumped her.”

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Woman abducted at Manassas-area apartment, dragged behind car

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 13, 2023 at 3:40PM

Prince William police: “Abduction | Robbery – On June 12 at 7:58AM, officers responded to the 10600 block of Automotive Dr. in Manassas (20109) to investigate an assault. The investigation revealed earlier that morning, the victim, a 25-year-old woman, was inside her apartment in the 10200 block of Launch Cl. when an acquaintance, later identified as the accused, entered the residence without consent.”

“While inside the apartment, the accused pushed the victim before taking her phone. The accused refused to return the phone before forcing the victim into a vehicle driven by another acquaintance. While driving, the accused forced the victim to electronically transfer funds from her account.”

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Woman, 19, boy, 17 shot in Dale City

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 13, 2023 at 3:36PM

Prince William police: “Shooting Investigation – On June 12 at 3:18PM, officers responded to the area of Cloverdale Rd. and Carlsbad Rd. in [Dale City] to investigate a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located two victims, a 17-year-old male juvenile and a 19-year-old woman, suffering from gunshot wounds. Officers immediately provided first aid until fire and rescue personnel arrived and transported the victims to an area hospital where their injuries were determined to be non-life threatening.”

“The investigation revealed the victims, and two other individuals were inside a parked vehicle when they were approached by three masked men. One of the men brandished a firearm and fired multiple rounds, striking the two victims. When the occupants attempted to drive away, they inadvertently reversed into a nearby home before the vehicle stopped. The suspects fled in a separate vehicle prior to police arriving at the scene. No additional injuries were reported. While checking the area, officers located three homes and one vehicle that also sustained damage from being struck by gunfire.

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Manassas Democrats to hold ‘Two Blue Cities Breakfast’

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 13, 2023 at 12:47PM

Manassas & Manassas Park Cities Democratic Committee: “The Manassas & Manassas Park Cities Democratic Committee (MMPCDC) will hold its Two Blue Cities Breakfast on Saturday, July 8th from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the Greater Manassas Volunteer Rescue Squad’s John S. Hutton Jr. Event Hall, 9324 Center Street, Manassas, VA 20110 (near the Social Security office).”

“The doors will open at 8:30 am, breakfast will be served at 9 am, and the program will start at 9:30 am.”

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