Business

Crimson Coward brings fiery flavor to Fredericksburg: Hot chicken joint opens next to Mary Washington University

By Uriah Kiser

Crimson Coward, a new restaurant specializing in hot chicken, has recently opened in Fredericksburg next to Mary Washington University. The owners, the husband and wife team of Naveed Javed and Aman Naveed, bring years of experience in the restaurant industry to this venture.

Naveed and Aman are not newcomers to the restaurant scene in Fredericksburg, having been part of the community for almost two decades. Their journey began with Vocelli Pizza in 2008, and since then, they have expanded to four pizza delivery locations across the area.

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Historic Manassas welcomes Liz Barahona to Board of Directors

By Amelia Breeden

Historic Manassas press release: Historic Manassas, Inc. proudly announces Liz Barahona as a board member. Liz is a licensed master esthetician, master esthetic teacher, makeup artist, reiki master teacher, and social media influencer with her show “Live with Liz” on all social media platforms.

Liz grew up in Fairfax, and is the Owner and Founder of YES BEAUTY SPA & WELLNESS, LLC with more than 20 Years of experience in the Skin Care and Health Industry.

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Haymarket Medical Center celebrates a decade of growth, now under UVA Health leadership

By Kelly Sienkowski
Haymarket Medical Center in Prince William County

Once a free-standing emergency department in 2014, Haymarket Medical Center marks 10 years today, March 25, 2024.

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Ring Spaces creating community for professionals in new co-workspace

By Potomac Local News

Ring Spaces, located in downtown Fredericksburg, offers a dynamic environment for professionals seeking flexible workspace solutions. Serving as both a coworking space and an event venue, Ring Spaces aims to foster a vibrant community of like-minded business professionals. Paulina Bellrose, the community manager, elaborates on the vision behind Ring Spaces and its offerings.

“Ring Spaces provides a conducive environment for individuals who work remotely or seek an alternative workspace,” explains Bellrose. “Our goal is to cultivate a community where members can network and collaborate while pursuing their respective endeavors.”

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Ballywhack Shack Café moves to new location in Occoquan

By Potomac Local News
Ballywhack Shack owner Sherry Mangus opens her relocated sandwich shop in Occoquan.

Ballywhack Shack Café marked its grand opening with a celebratory ribbon-cutting ceremony this past Saturday, March 9. The café began on the town’s main drag, Mill Street, Ballywhack Shack, and has found its new a second home at 126 Commerce Street, neighboring the Golden Plum (previously known as Mom’s Apple Pie).

In a candid moment during the event, Sherry Mangas, owner of Ballywhack Shack, reminisced about the journey that led to this exciting milestone. Mangas shared her story, tracing back to her tenure at the Blue Arbor Café in 2007, where she discovered her passion for the culinary arts. Following the closure of Blue Arbor, fate intervened as she stumbled upon a humble shed on Mill Street, which she transformed into a thriving sandwich shop and hot dog stand.

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Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce unveils new headquarters

By Potomac Local News
Outside the new offices of the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce

In a momentous occasion attended by hundreds of community members and dignitaries, the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce inaugurated its new headquarters at 1701 Fall Hill Avenue with a vibrant ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday, March 13, 2024.

The event marked a significant milestone in the chamber’s history, symbolizing a new chapter of growth and opportunity for the organization and the community it serves. Susan Spears, the CEO of the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce, expressed her gratitude to all those who participated in the celebration and acknowledged the importance of their support.

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Celebree School of Bristow to hold ribbon cutting tomorrow, Friday, March 15

By Potomac Local News

Enrollment is now open, and community members are encouraged to contact Celebree School for tours, visits, and more information. Celebree School of Bristow offers childcare programs to families in the surrounding area.

Celebree School of Bristow is owned and operated by local entrepreneur, Nasar Agha. Agha is a veteran of the franchising industry with over 20 years of experience as a franchisee. He also has worked in construction, marketing, and sales after moving from Pakistan to the U.S. in 2008.

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Belmont Logistics breaks ground: $110 million industrial complex set to reshape Woodbridge’s Route 1 corridor

By Potomac Local News
Officials break ground for a new logistics center in the Route 1 corridor in Woodbridge [Photo: Alan Gloss]

Company and county government leaders gathered today for a groundbreaking ceremony at 13710 Dabney Road in Woodbridge for Belmont Logistics, a planned Class A industrial complex with three buildings totaling 416,000 square feet on 37 acres. The construction represents a $110 million capital investment in e-commerce logistics infrastructure and is the only new industrial space delivering in 2024 along Northern Virginia’s I-95 corridor, a press release states.

The development will reshape an area next to Belmont Bay, an enclave at the confluence of the Potomac and Occoquan rivers, and a wildlife refuge. The industrial land includes several auto shops, an ironworks, and a towing firm.

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Manassas government expands property portfolio: Purchases Manassas Shopping Center for redevelopment

By Potomac Local News

The Economic Development Authority of the City of Manassas (EDA) will buy a shopping center, a mainstay at 9018 Mathis Avenue, to help spur the long-planned redevelopment and revitalization of the Mathis Avenue corridor.

The purchase comes after the city announced the purchase of the former 20-acre Marsteller Middle School property at 8730 Sudley Road for $10 million, with plans to transform it into the city’s 21st public park.

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