Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

Spotsylvania Man Charged on Multiple Child Exploitation, Obscenity Charges

Published November 5, 2025 at 9:01PM

[Courtesy of Northern Virginia Police Cars via Instagram]

Deputies responded November 3 to a report of an adult male meeting with an underage female. The investigation was conducted by the department’s Child Victim’s Unit and Internet Crimes Against Children Unit, which is part of the NOVA-DC ICAC Taskforce. The sheriff’s office emphasized its collaboration with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to prevent child exploitation and urged anyone with concerns about abuse to contact local authorities or NCMEC.

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Northern Virginia Delivered 88% of Spanberger’s Victory Margin, Analysis Shows

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 8:48PM

Photo: Spanberger Facebook page

“Northern Virginia accounted for about 88% of Gov.-elect Abigail Spanberger’s victory margin on Tuesday,” InsideNoVa reported, citing preliminary results from the Virginia Department of Elections. “In the region’s four counties and five cities, Spanberger, the Democrat, won 72.3% of the total vote to just 27.4% for her Republican opponent, Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears.”

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Democrats Take Over Majority on Stafford County Board of Supervisors

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 8:46PM

“I’ve been serving Stafford for almost 20 years, building relationships, and it paid off in a big way,” Fredericksburg Free Press reported, quoting newly elected Aquia District Supervisor Maya Guy at a watch party Tuesday night. “As I say, when we come out, we show up and we show out,” added Falmouth District winner Kecia Evans. “So I want us to party like we ain’t never partied before because Democrats are in the house!”

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Stafford Democrats Lead Sweeping Victories, Flipping Local Government Blue

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 8:36PM

“The difference in this election was the quality of the candidates,” FXBG Advance reported, quoting Stafford Democratic Committee Chair Howard Rudat. “Every one of them brought quality, charisma, dedication, and a love of each other. Every time they went out the door, they were a team. It was one team with one vision for a better Stafford, a better Virginia.”

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Trump Talk, Trans Fights — and a Total Flip in Virginia: From Manassas to Spotsy, Dems Drown GOP

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 3:00PM

Photo: Spanberger Facebook page

Four years after Republican Glenn Youngkin carried Virginia on a message of parental rights and education reform, voters across Greater Prince William and Fredericksburg sent a very different signal in 2025.

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“White Christmas” Opens Today at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 2:13PM

The holiday season has arrived early at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts, where Irving Berlin’s White Christmas opens today!

This beloved holiday musical follows veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis, a successful song-and-dance duo after World War II. When they meet a pair of talented singing sisters, Betty and Judy Haynes, romance and comedy ensue as the group travels to Vermont to perform a Christmas show. The twist? The inn hosting their holiday spectacular is owned by the men’s former army commander.

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Free Tickets Available for U.S. Army Band ‘Pershing’s Own’ Veterans Day Concert at Hylton Center

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 1:15PM

“Join us for an afternoon of music and meaningful moments as we give a thunderous ‘thank you’ to our nation’s heroes,” The U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” announced. “We’re shining the spotlight on the loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage of our Veterans.”

The U.S. Army Band is partnering with George Mason University’s Veterans and the Arts Initiative to present A Salute to Veterans!—a free concert honoring those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The performance will be held at the Hylton Performing Arts Center, and tickets are available at no cost through the Hylton Center Ticket Office.

Manassas

Osbourn High Students to Appear on ‘It’s Academic’ Television Quiz Show

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 12:36PM

“Osbourn High School’s ‘It’s Academic’ team — made up of students Victoria, Gabrielle, and Marshall — proudly represented MCPS during the show’s 65th season taping on October 25,” Manassas City Public Schools announced. “Special thanks to the team’s coaches, Mrs. Bond, Mr. Iqbal, and Ms. Hagood, as well as Chair Seaberg, Vice-Chair Spall, Ms. Tania, and Mrs. Cook for their support in making this experience possible.”

“We can’t wait to cheer them on when their episode airs January 10 — stay tuned!” the division added.

Prince William

Ribbon Cutting Set for Rollins Ford Park Pump Track in Nokesville

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 12:28PM

[Photo: Prince Willam County Government]

“Join us in celebrating the opening of our new pump track,” Prince William County Parks, Recreation & Tourism announced. “Drinks and donuts for early birds! See you out there.”

Brentsville District Supervisor Tom Gordy previously said the long-discussed project “is going to provide a completely different type of recreational activity for the Brentsville District specifically, but for Prince William as a whole.”

Prince William

Prince William County Appoints Leslie B. Weldon as New Director of Finance

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 5, 2025 at 12:22PM

Weldon

“Leslie’s proven record of financial leadership and her ability to strengthen complex organizations make her an exceptional addition to our executive team,” Prince William County announced. “Her experience guiding large-scale fiscal operations and commitment to collaboration will help us continue building a financially strong, transparent and forward-looking government.”

“I am excited to start this new path in my career journey by serving the people of Prince William County,” said Weldon. “This position balances my skillset with an opportunity for professional development, and I am grateful to the Board of County Supervisors and the County Executive for their support. I can’t wait to get started.”

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