Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

Does your child stand for the pledge?

Published May 27, 2021 at 1:52PM

Potomac Local News President Publisher Uriah Kiser

Standing, facing the U.S. Flag, and reciting the Pledge of Allegiance was a daily occurrence when I was a child in Prince William County Public Schools.

As we report on the school policies from public school divisions across our region, we’d like to hear from you.

Breaking News

Hurricane force wind clocked as storms roar across region

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 26, 2021 at 10:31PM

Massive storms swept across Prince William County and Manassas today, leaving tens of thousands in Northern Virginia without power.

A severe thunderstorm roared through the area about 9 p.m., bringing down tree limbs onto the powerline, rain, and gusty winds.

Pets

Bird found — no band

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 26, 2021 at 12:53PM

News

Route 28 widening project now extends into Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 26, 2021 at 12:21PM | Updated June 29, 2022 at 11:45PM

NVTA Executive Director Monica Backmon

The project to widen Route 28 from four to six lanes crossed jurisdictional lines, as work will now begin in Manassas.

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Originals

Dumfries residents in the dark over new streetlights

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 26, 2021 at 11:45AM | Updated June 29, 2022 at 11:45PM

Some Dumfries residents say they’re concerned about an effort to install new streetlights in their neighborhood.

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Publisher's Post

Youngkin doesn’t gaggle

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 26, 2021 at 9:39AM | Updated May 26, 2021 at 12:48PM

Potomac Local News President Publisher Uriah Kiser

During my time covering state and local politics, I’ve heard a lot of stump speeches.

Finally, as he moves around the commonwealth, I hope he sets aside time to speak with (gaggle, as we refer to it) with the when get steps off stage.

Originals

Youngkin rallies near Dumfries with top of Virginia GOP ticket

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 25, 2021 at 12:04AM | Updated June 29, 2022 at 11:46PM

Glenn Youngkin (center) Virginia GOP candidate for Governor, rallies with running mates Winsome Sears (right) for Lt. Governor, and Jason Miyares (left) for Attorney General.

The top of Virginia’s Republican ticket rallied a standing-room-only crowd in Prince William County.