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19-year-old Bristow man killed in fiery crash at I-66 rest area

By Uriah Kiser

A 19-year-old Bristow resident was killed Saturday afternoon when his Toyota sedan struck a parked tractor-trailer in an Interstate 66 eastbound rest area in Prince William County and burst into flames.

Virginia State Police responded to the crash at approximately 3:10 p.m. on February 28, 2026, about 0.3 miles west of Bull Run Drive near the 48-49 mile marker in the Manassas area.

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Former Fredericksburg Commonwealth’s Attorney La Bravia J. Jenkins Passes Away at 72

By Uriah Kiser

The Honorable La Bravia J. Jenkins, who served as Fredericksburg’s elected Commonwealth’s Attorney for more than a decade, passed away over the weekend of February 28–March 1, 2026. She was 72. Jenkins died in Louisville, Kentucky, according to local reports.

The announcement came from the Office of the Fredericksburg Commonwealth’s Attorney, now led by Libby Humphries, in a statement released on March 2, 2026. The office expressed deep sadness over the loss of a respected leader who shaped the region’s pursuit of justice.

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Free Joint Concert at National Museum of the Marine Corps Features Dordt University Wind Symphony and Quantico Marine Band

By Uriah Kiser

The National Museum of the Marine Corps and the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation are set to host a special evening of live music on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 7 to 8 p.m. The free indoor performance will bring together the Dordt University Wind Symphony and the Quantico Marine Band in the museum’s Leatherneck Gallery, offering the public a unique blend of collegiate and military musical talent amid iconic Marine Corps exhibits.

The concert is part of the Dordt University Wind Symphony’s 2026 national spring break tour, which takes the ensemble from northwest Iowa through the Midwest to the East Coast and back. Directed by Dr. Onsby C. Rose, the performance highlights the group’s repertoire, which often includes works by composers such as Robert Jager, Frank Ticheli, John Mackey, and David Maslanka.

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Suspects charged in fatal Potomac Mills parking lot shooting

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William County police have arrested a 25-year-old Chesterfield County man in connection with the February 24 shooting death of a 34-year-old Alexandria resident in the parking lot of Potomac Mills mall.

Clifton Joseph Douglas, 25, of Chesterfield, was taken into custody on March 2 by members of the U.S. Marshals Task Force in Chesterfield County. He faces charges of murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Douglas is being held without bond, with a court date pending.

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Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg Regional Chamber Hosts 5th Annual Intern Expo, Drawing Over 600 Students

By Uriah Kiser

The Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated a major milestone in youth workforce development with its 5th Annual Intern Expo, held at the Fredericksburg Convention Center. The event, themed “Oh the Places You’ll Go,” brought together more than 600 high school and college students from across the region for a day of career exploration, networking, and skill-building.

Students had the opportunity to connect directly with over 80 vendors representing diverse industries vital to Virginia’s economy. Key sectors highlighted included AI Innovation, Construction, Events, Distribution, and Healthcare, allowing attendees to gain firsthand insight into local job opportunities and emerging career pathways right here in the heart of the Commonwealth’s business community.

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Democrats Urge Casim to Drop Woodbridge Bid

By Uriah Kiser
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A group of Democratic elected officials led by former Woodbridge Supervisor Delegate Margaret Franklin called on Muhammed “Sef” Casim to step down as the Democratic nominee for Woodbridge District Supervisor, while Prince William Board Chair Deshundra Jefferson criticized his apology and urged meetings with affected communities.

On March 2, 2026, a joint statement from Democratic elected officials declared Sufiyan “Sef” Casim’s resurfaced social media remarks racist, xenophobic, and misogynistic, describing them as disqualifying due to a fundamental failure of character and judgment. The signers stated that Casim’s use of deeply derogatory language has caused immeasurable pain, particularly to African Americans, and that he does not grasp the weight and history of the words used.

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Haymarket advisors say Town Center funding feasible with debt mix

By Uriah Kiser

Municipal advisors on Feb. 23, 2026, told the Haymarket Town Council the town can afford its Town Center project through a balanced mix of cash and debt while keeping reserves healthy.

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GOP Demands Woodbridge Democrat Drop Out Over Alleged Racist, Antisemitic Posts

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Prince William County Republicans are demanding that local Democrats revoke support for their Woodbridge District Supervisor nominee after old social media posts resurfaced, while the candidate’s main X account is now protected from public view.

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Schools Seek More Funds Amid Proposed Homeowner Tax Hikes

By Uriah Kiser
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Stafford County Public Schools presented a request for $18.6 million in new local funding to the Board of Supervisors during a February 26, 2026, joint meeting in Stafford County, highlighting needs for three new schools and staff compensation amid low state support and rising taxpayer pressures.

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