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OmniRide Lake Ridge routes consolidation: Public hearing Wednesday, May 31

By Uriah Kiser

OmniRide: “The Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission (PRTC) has scheduled a public hearing to discuss the following proposed changes to OmniRide bus services.”

“Consolidation of the Lake Ridge-Washington DC (L100) and Lake Ridge-Pentagon-Crystal City (L200) commuter routes into one route. The consolidated route would serve the Pentagon Transit Center as well as all current L100 stops in downtown Washington. Extension of select Dale City-Pentagon (D200) trips into Crystal City to compensate for the Lake Ridge route consolidation. Introduction of new Eastern and Western Commuter Lot Connector trips to provide additional access to commuter lots during off peak times. Details about these proposed changes will be available at OmniRide.com prior to the public hearing.”

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Child shoots dad in leg, dad charged

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William police: “Allowing Access to Firearms by Children – On May 26 at 7:05PM, officers responded to investigate a shooting that was reported to have occurred at the Westgate Apartments located in the 8000 block of Ashland Ave. in Manassas (20109) at approximately 6:35PM.”

“The investigation revealed the victim, a 12-year-old male juvenile, was inside the apartment with his father, identified as the accused, when he was left unattended with a loaded firearm. The juvenile was handling the firearm when a round was fired from the weapon which then struck the victim in the leg. The accused contacted another family member who drove the victim to an area hospital where police were contacted.’

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Woman stops car in Woodbridge, bullets fly

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William police: “Shooting Investigation – “On May 28 at 8:13PM, officers responded to the area of Delaware Dr. and Horizon Ct. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a shots fired call. The investigation revealed the victim, a 19-year-old woman, was driving when she briefly stopped her vehicle in the above area and observed two unknown men on the opposite side of the street.”

“At one point, the victim’s vehicle was struck by rounds fired by the men. The victim quickly drove to a nearby residence and contacted the police. The suspects fled the area prior to police arriving at the location. No injuries or additional property damage were reported. While checking the area, officers located shell casings in the roadway.”

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Stafford PC recommends Kingslet Solar Farm, defers vote on Enon Road Solar Farm

By Uriah Kiser
Kingslet solar farm proposal on Truslow Road in Falmouth

The Stafford County Planning Commission recommended approval of a solar farm in the Falmouth District on May 24, 2023.

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Poll shows a majority support easing perimeter rule around Reagan National

By Uriah Kiser

The Center Square: “A recent poll shows a majority of Northern Virginia residents support expanding the flight distance perimeter around Reagan National Airport, allowing the airport to accommodate more routes, thus making fares more competitive, according to supporters of the measure.”

“Recent legislation introduced by Utah congressmen Burgess Owens and Hank Johnson, known as The Direct Capital Access Act, part of the 2023 Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization bill, would allow for the increase and creation of longer-haul flights in and out of Reagan. The legislation would add 28 flights in and out of the 1960s-era perimeter rule for incoming and outgoing flights.”

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NOVA Veterans Council bestows Memorial Day honors at Quantico National Cemetery

By Uriah Kiser

At 11 a.m. Monday, May 29, 2023, the Potomac Region Veterans Council partnered with Quantico National Cemetery and Quantico Marine Corps Base for its annual Memorial Day Ceremony.

RPV Chair Rich Anderson: “I moderated the ceremony with about 500 attendees. The featured speaker was Army Brig. Gen. James W. Ring, Assistant Adjutant General of Virginia who will become Adjutant General next Saturday and be promoted to major general (two stars).”

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Mix of sun and clouds; Highs will be in the upper 70s

By Uriah Kiser

National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Showers remain possible across central Virginia and southern Maryland today. Elsewhere, expect a mixture of sun and clouds. Highs will be in the upper 70s to low 80s across northern areas with low to mid 70s in the south.”

On this day in local/regional weather history: “Two tornadoes were confirmed on May 30, 2019…Below is a summary of two tornadoes confirmed by the National Weather Service Forecast Office in Sterling, VA, following data analysis and surveys in Frederick and Howard Counties in north central Maryland.”

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