Uriah Kiser, Author at Potomac Local News

Video: Youngkin Silent at Stafford Airport when Pressed on Political Violence, Election Security After Issuing Executive Order 53

Published September 16, 2025 at 10:30AM

Gov. Glenn Youngkin's security detail stands guard outside the Stafford Regional Airport for a private fundraiser held by Delegate Paul Milde (R-Stafford) on September 15, 2025.

We asked Governor Glenn Youngkin whether he fears more political violence following the assassination of Charlie Kirk—especially with Virginia being one of just two states holding statewide elections this year. We also asked how his new Executive Order 53 is designed to safeguard elections and protect voters.

No comment from the governor.

Fredericksburg

Complete Streets Plan Aims to Make Region Safer for Walkers, Cyclists

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 16, 2025 at 10:00AM | Updated September 16, 2025 at 10:16AM

Traffic signal set to flashing red at the intersection of George and Prince Edward Streets in downtown Fredericksburg. [Submitted]

A citizens advisory panel heard Wednesday that the Fredericksburg region has logged more than 400 crashes involving pedestrians and bicyclists since 2016, underscoring the need for safer, more connected roadways.

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News

Doug Ollivant Just Jumped Into the VA-7 Race Against Tara Durant

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 16, 2025 at 9:30AM

Olivant

We just heard from retired Army Lt. Col. Doug Ollivant—he’s officially in the race for Congress in Virginia’s 7th District. That means he’ll face State Sen. Tara Durant in the 2026 Republican primary, with the winner taking on Democrat Rep. Eugene Vindman in November.

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Fredericksburg

City Pulls the Plug on Cable TV Board, Renews Cox Contract

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 16, 2025 at 9:00AM

Fredericksburg City Hall

City Council on Sept. 9 approved two measures on cable television, extending Cox Communications’ right to operate in the city while eliminating a commission once meant to give residents more oversight of cable service.

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Neighborhood Notes

Neighborhood Notes: CIP Town Hall, Street Art Festival, and Early Voting

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 16, 2025 at 8:32AM

On Saturday, September 13, 2025, the Manassas Park Police Bike Unit provided mutual aid support during the 2025 Special Olympics Dulles Plane Pull.

Stafford Schools Host CIP Town Hall Tonight

Via Colori Street Art Festival Returns to Stafford This Month

Obituaries

Longtime Quantico Town Councilman Rusty Kuhns Has Died

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 16, 2025 at 8:15AM

QUANTICO, Va. – The folks in Quantico are mourning the loss of one of their own. Russell Victor “Rusty” Kuhns, a Vietnam veteran and longtime town councilman, passed away peacefully at his home, the town just shared with Potomac Local News.

Rusty served on the Quantico Town Council for 20 years, first elected in 2008 and last serving through 2024. While he didn’t run for re-election in 2024, his decades of leadership left a lasting mark on the only U.S. town located entirely within a military base.

Manassas

Manassas Scraps Church Street Battery Plan After Neighbors Raise Alarm

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 16, 2025 at 8:00AM

Manassas City Hall

City leaders have dropped plans to install Tesla battery units at the Church Street Generation Facility after weeks of pushback from nearby residents and additional safety reviews by staff.

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Fredericksburg

Housing Market Slows, But Prices Keep Climbing in Fredericksburg

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 15, 2025 at 4:30PM

A rendering of a typical home proposed for the Clift Farm development in Stafford, which would have 141 homes for seniors.

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – The folks at the Fredericksburg Area Association of Realtors just shared their latest housing report with Potomac Local News—and it’s a mixed bag for buyers and sellers.

Even though more homes are hitting the market, sales have slowed compared to last year. Just 491 homes sold in August, down about 8% from 2024. But prices? Still going up. The median home price jumped over 5% to $485,750.

Stafford

After Years of Tax Hikes, Stafford Sets Timeline for Next Budget Showdown

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 15, 2025 at 3:00PM

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors will vote Tuesday, Sept. 16, on adopting the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Calendar, setting the stage for the county’s next major debate over taxes and spending.

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Police Blotter

Crash on Courthouse Road Claims One Life—Investigation Ongoing

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 15, 2025 at 2:25PM

[Courtesy of Northern Virginia Police Cars via Instagram]

The folks at the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office just told Potomac Local News that the crash happened around 5:40 p.m. on September 14, in the 6800 block of Courthouse Road. Deputies say a 2022 Tesla X crossed the double yellow line and slammed into a 2024 Hyundai Tucson.

The driver of the Hyundai, 76-year-old Donna Pinnell of Goochland, died at the scene. Her family has been notified.