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“Virginia Democrats quickly accused the governor of grandstanding in a “desperate search for national relevance” – using Virginians’ tax dollars for a “political stunt.” While Virginia Republicans praised the governor’s move in the “strongest possible terms”— instead criticizing President Biden’s administration.”
“Virginia Republicans applauded Youngkin’s decision to deploy national guardsmen to the southern border in response to the federal government’s “lack of action.” Del. Todd Gilbert, the House of Delegates speaker, underscored the fentanyl crisis in support of the deployment.”
Manassas City School Board member Sara Brescia: “I have been working with the Superintendent and the administration to increase recess and playtime in our earlier grades to go beyond the current 20 minutes per day (the state minimum).”
“I am happy to report that next school year the minimum for unstructured playtime for each school will be expanded by an additional ten minutes to a total of 30 minutes. This is a move in the right direction, and I want to thank the administration for working with me on this change.”
Virginia Attorney General’s Office: Attorney General Jason Miyares joined an 18-state coalition suing the Biden Administration over its proposed new Circumvention of Lawful Pathways rule.”
“The federal government has characterized the new rule as a means for continuing to regulate immigration following the expiration of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC’s) Title 42 public health order. Title 42 previously granted authorities a greater ability to bar immigrants from crossing the border during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, in reality, the new rule only worsens the problem by redefining previously illegal border crossings as “lawful pathways.”
Stafford County Government: “Stafford County Real Estate and Personal Property tax bills for the first half of 2023 have been mailed and the due date is approaching. The taxes are due on Monday, June 5, 2023. The Stafford Treasurer’s Office encourages citizens to pay by the due date to avoid additional penalties. There are many convenient ways to pay, including the secure online bill-paying system, Invoice Cloud. Citizens can always call the Treasurer’s Office with concerns or questions.”
“The Treasurer’s Office accepts cash, checks, money orders, debit and credit cards. You may pay online by credit card or e-check at the Invoice Cloud portal on Stafford’s website, by phone at (540) 608-2142, in person at the Treasurer’s Office, by mail, or via the after-hours drop box located at the front of the entrance to the George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA 22554.”
Prince William police: “Triple Murder Investigation *SUSPECT IDENTIFIED | WANTED – Detectives have identified the suspect sought in connection to the shooting death of three men, and the serious shooting injury of a fourth man, following an altercation that occurred at a residence located in the 14700 block of Birchdale Ave. in [Dale City] on May 26.”
“A gathering was occurring inside the home when the suspect began shooting. Two of the victims died that day, the third the following day. The surviving victim is expected to recover. The suspect fled the scene immediately after the encounter. Following the investigation, detectives obtained arrest warrants for the suspect, identified as Donald Antonio BARAHONA QUINONEZ.”
National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Today will bring the first shot for 90 degrees. Skies may be hazy at times due to the wildfire over southern NJ. A backdoor cold front tracks through on Sat, increasing shower chances, especially west of I-95. Expect quieter weather into early next week.”
Air Quality Alert: “The DC region is currently experiencing Code Orange unhealthy air and Code Orange air is forecast for [today], Friday, June 2. Area residents are encouraged to limit outdoor activities.”
Fredericksburg Nationals: “The FredNats walked off against the Shorebirds for the second time this week, in an eventful 8-7 victory.”
“Daylen Lile drew a leadoff walk in the bottom of the first, stole second base, and then scored the games’ first run on a Sammy Infante double. Infante later swiped third base, setting him up to score on a Paul Witt sacrifice fly to put Fredericksburg ahead 2-0.”
