Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

Manassas named bronze-level bicycle friendly community

Published June 1, 2023 at 9:00AM

Manassas City Government: “The City of Manassas has been awarded the Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award from the League of American Bicyclists. The City of Manassas joins 506 communities across the country in the movement for safer streets and better bicycling for everyone. The League of American Bicyclists’ Bicycle Friendly America program sets the standard for how communities build and benchmark progress toward making biking better.”

“The City of Manassas has worked to create a network of bicycle paths and bike lanes to help cyclists of all capabilities travel safely around and within the City of Manassas.”

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Olsen reappointed Prince William voter registrar; He reconsidered resignation

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 1, 2023 at 8:30AM

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“On Wednesday, May 24th, 2023, the Prince William County Electoral Board voted unanimously to reappoint Eric Olsen to the position of Prince William County Director of Elections. With this action, Eric will serve in the position for a four-year term beginning on July 1, 2023.”

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Relaxe & Throw opens at Highmark Brewery

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 1, 2023 at 8:00AM

Go Stafford Virginia: “An all new mobile axe throwing business is now traveling to you! This new business, Relaxe & Throw, celebrated their grand opening and official ribbon cutting on Saturday, May 27 at Highmark Brewery in Stafford, Virginia.”

“Relaxe & Throw is a new business offering an axe throwing experience, bringing two axe throwing lanes on a 18-foot mobile trailer, fully caged and equipped with dual throwing targets, LED lighting inside and outside for the night owls, and a roof in case of inclement weather.”

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Today marks the start of Meteorological Summer

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 1, 2023 at 7:21AM

National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “June 1 [today] marks the start of Meteorological Summer, which runs between June 1st-August 31. Expect a warm-up to near 90 degrees by Fri before a backdoor cold front moves through Sat. This will increase shower chances on Sat with a marked cool down by Sun.”

Fast fact: “If anyone has noticed, the severe weather season has been slow to evolve across the region. Stats do not lie as our office did not issue a single Severe Thunderstorm Warning in May (last May this occurred was 1987).”

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KPWB aims to help those considering environmental jobs in our area

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 1, 2023 at 7:00AM

“The Prince William County Green Business Council (PWCGBC)has partnered with gpac to provide resources to employers and job seekers working in environmental sustainability. The partnership comes as a result of the PWCGBC seeking to expand its offerings to new and existing member businesses across Prince William County.”

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Belmont Bay Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center honored

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 11:02PM

Press release: “Belmont Bay Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center has been named one of the nation’s “Best Nursing Homes 2022-23” by U.S. News & World Report. The 120-bed skilled nursing facility, formerly Envoy of Woodbridge, provides post-hospital care, short-term rehab and long-term residential care.”

“This honor is a testament to the excellent work being done by Belmont Bay’s care team members and the facility’s ongoing effort to provide high-quality clinical services in a modern environment,” said Megan Shilling, regional director of market development for Marquis Health Consulting Services, which supports Belmont Bay.”

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Jackson Hollow Road Weekend Closure in Haymarket June 2-4

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 10:55PM

VDOT Northern Virginia: “Jackson Hollow Road (Route 680) between Waterfall Road (Route 601) and Simon Kenton Road (Route 1055) in Haymarket will be closed to through traffic, weather permitting, from 8 p.m. Friday, June 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 4 to replace a pipe culvert, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.”

“Those needing to reach properties along Jackson Hollow Road will have access; however, traffic will not be able to go beyond the point of pipe culvert replacement (between Babbling Brook Court and Simon Kenton Road) in either direction.”

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Fredericksburg takes down Delmarva 9-2

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 10:53PM

Fredericksburg Nationals: “The FredNats erupted for eight runs in the fifth inning, as they took down Delmarva 9-2. Just two pitches into the game, Delmarva took a 1-0 lead as Angel Tejada singled and Carter Young doubled against Riley Cornelio.”

“That score held until the top of the fourth inning, as Cornelio found his rhythm. The right-hander struck out the side in the second, and racked up two more in the third. But in the fourth, Stiven Acevedo singled and stole second base, before taking third on a wild pitch. Erison Placencia drove Acevedo in with a double, but Cornelio limited the damage there.”

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Va. urges digital preparedness kits at start of hurricane season

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 10:50PM

Tropical Storm Isaias rainfall potential. [National Hurricane Center]

“When it comes to preparing for hurricane season, you may not necessarily think about digitization or protecting your computers, smart phones and other electronics,” said Chief Information of the Commonwealth Robert Osmond. “However, technology is a critical response and recovery tool, allowing you to stay connected and have access to life-saving and life-sustaining information before, during and after a disaster.”

“Here are the steps you can take right now to safeguard your data and devices:”

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Shots fired at Dale City house; Man, 64, charged

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 31, 2023 at 10:47PM

[Scott Rodgerson/Unsplash]

“While investigating the incident, officers made contact with the neighbor, identified as the accused, and determined he fired multiple rounds from an air rifle which struck the neighboring residence. No injuries or additional property damage were reported.”

“Following the investigation, the accused, identified as James Raymond BROOKS Jr., was arrested. Arrested on May 30: [No Photo Available]. Raymond BROOKS Jr., 64, of 4403 Kentmore Dr. in Woodbridge Charged with shooting into an occupied dwelling Court Date: Pending | Bond: Unsecured Bond”

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