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Costco Wholesale is set to expand its fuel station at Potomac Mills Circle. The current setup, which features eight fuel pumps, will be increased to twelve fueling positions. The expansion aims to improve service efficiency for the members.
The expansion request involved amending the conditions of the Special Use Permit, approved by the Board of County Supervisors on July 16, 2024. This amendment will add more fueling positions and revise the existing layout to enhance circulation within the station.
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On Friday, July 19, 2024, the Prince William Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of Urban Air Adventure Park in Woodbridge. The event will occur at 4:30 p.m. at Urban Air Woodbridge, 14173 Crossing Place, Woodbridge.
Urban Air Adventure Park offers a variety of attractions for visitors of all ages. These attractions include trampolines, an indoor sky rider, a ropes course, climbing walls, and the Warrior Course. Additionally, the park features Spin Zone Bumper Cars, Laser Tag, Virtual Reality experiences, Mini-Golf, Bowling, and indoor Go-Karts. Younger visitors can enjoy the Tubes Playground and Flash Pads, while those seeking more thrill can try the Leap of Faith, Twist Tower, and Trapeze.
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors unanimously approved a Special Use Permit for a new Starbucks near Dumfries.
The coffee shop will replace an old Ruby Tuesday restaurant. The permit allows a drive-through facility in connection with a by-right restaurant and associated sign modifications in the B-1 General Business zoning district. The project was praised for being a veteran-owned business.
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Many went to the Dollar Tree in Gainesville to find a note on the door stating that it was closed until further notice.
We asked the company what led to the closure, and it just sent us this message:
On June 25, Stafford County hosted a groundbreaking for NorthPoint Development’s new Austin Ridge Logistics Center. The ceremony at 2125 Austin Ridge Drive featured speakers Meg Bohmke, Chairwoman of the Stafford Board of Supervisors, and Ryan Marshall, Development Manager at NorthPoint Development.
The Austin Ridge Logistics Center will include five to seven buildings, totaling 2,078,015 square feet. Positioned along Interstate 95, the development will accommodate large-scale users, including last-mile logistics facilities, regional distribution warehouses, and data centers. This project aims to provide business and economic opportunities for Stafford County.
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Lose It Rage Room, a new addition to the local stress-relief scene provides a unique and therapeutic way for people to let off steam. This concept allows individuals to smash, break, and demolish objects in a controlled environment, offering a safe outlet for pent-up frustration and anger.
Located at 3085 Golansky Boulevard in Woodbridge, the Lose It Rage Room caters to a wide range of customers, from those looking to relieve stress to those seeking a fun and unconventional way to spend time with friends. The owners did not respond to a request for comment for this story; however, according to their FAQ page, the rage room experience is designed to be therapeutic and exhilarating, allowing participants to smash items such as glass bottles, electronics, and even furniture.