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Stafford County Department of Economic Development Lauded

By Press Release

STAFFORD, Va. — The Stafford County Department of Economic Development has been recognized with a 2025 Achievement Award from the Virginia Association of Counties (VACo) for its groundbreaking Business Events Initiative, a program designed to strengthen and empower local small businesses.

The award honors Stafford’s innovative approach to economic development through a quarterly business events series that provides entrepreneurs with practical tools, knowledge, and connections to grow their businesses. Rooted in extensive business climate survey data and built through strong partnerships, the initiative offers free workshops focused on core areas of business success, including government procurement, funding, networking, and marketing.

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Prince William Chamber Members Make ‘Power’ List

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WOODBRIDGE, Va. — Several members of the Prince William Chamber of Commerce have been named to the 2025–2026 Virginia Business Magazine Power List.

This prestigious honor reflects the caliber of leadership within our business community. Please join us in recognizing the following individuals for their exceptional contributions and well-deserved recognition:

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Chamber Shake-Up: Monroe Steps Down, Snare Takes Over Amid Past Controversy

By Uriah Kiser

The Prince William Chamber of Commerce announced on Sept. 11, 2025, that Jinnae Monroe has resigned as Chair, less than a month after Dumfries leaders recognized her historic appointment as the first Black woman to lead the chamber’s board of directors.

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Chain Meets Main Street: Kilwins Lands on Caroline, Locals Weigh In

By Mike Salmon
On Caroline Street, there will be a new place for chocolate and ice cream.

There is a newcomer on Caroline Street called Kilwins that features ice cream and chocolates. The sweet treats are not new to this area, but what is new is the presence of a chain brand store in an area that caters to the mom-and-pop venues.

Kilwins also has a store in Rehoboth Beach, which Fredericksburg resident Maureen Widick recognized because she had visited it the last time she was in Rehoboth. “We love Kilwins at the beach,” she said, but she is worried about the presence of a chain brand. She walks along Caroline Street just about every day and doesn’t want to lose that slight store familiarity, but at the same time realizes the rents charged here may not be affordable to small businesses. She even spoke with someone in the city hall about this.

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7-Eleven Deliveries Disrupted as Genesis Logistics Drivers Strike in Stafford

By Uriah Kiser

STAFFORD, Va. – The folks at Teamsters Local 322 just told Potomac Local News that more than 200 drivers at Genesis Logistics—part of DHL Supply Chain—have officially gone on strike after talks over their first union contract collapsed.

Since then, local Teamsters say management’s been dragging its feet—and even ramping up anti‑union tactics. After voting overwhelmingly in April to join the union, the drivers authorized a strike amid what they describe as bad faith bargaining and retaliation. Now, they’ve given notice and hit the picket line.

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Jinnae Monroe Makes History as Chamber’s First Black Woman Board Chair

By Uriah Kiser

DUMFRIES, Va. – The Prince William Chamber of Commerce’s new board chair, Jinnae Monroe, was recognized this month by the Dumfries Town Council for her historic appointment. Monroe is the first Black woman to lead the chamber’s board of directors, a role she will hold for the next year.

The council presented a proclamation commending her “professional achievements, entrepreneurial vision, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.” While the proclamation referred to her as president, Monroe clarified that she serves as board chair, working alongside Bob Sweeney, the chamber’s president and CEO.

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Renovation of Historic Goolrick’s Pharmacy Slowed, Now Aiming for Spring 2026

By Mike Salmon
Jeh Hicks is the energy behind the renovation.

The inside of Goolrick’s pharmacy on Caroline Street is gutted down to the bare layers of brick and wallboard, some of which reveal antique wallpaper from another time.

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Malawi’s Pizza at Spotsylvania Towne Center Has Closed—Here’s Their Goodbye

By Potomac Local News

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – A popular local pizza spot known for its mission-driven dining has officially closed its doors. The owners of Malawi’s Pizza in Spotsylvania Towne Center near Fredericksburg shared the news, saying the decision was made for personal reasons.

Malawi’s Pizza first opened in Fredericksburg in 2016 and quickly became more than just a restaurant—it was a place where the community gathered. In 2021, Potomac Local News covered the launch of their food truck, which took their “Pizza With a Purpose” mission on the road, expanding their reach while continuing to support meals for children in Malawi, Africa.

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A Studio with a Story: To Bee Blooms in Occoquan

By Kelly Sienkowski
Wyatt's earrings went viral online in 2020. (Instagram | To.Bee.Co.)

With its pastel earrings, woodland-themed accessories, and shelves full of colorful handmade creations, To Bee is more than just Occoquan’s new gift shop — it’s a deeply personal tribute to love, loss, and artistic resilience.

Owned and operated by artist Thalia Wyatt, To Bee officially opened in May after a whirlwind journey that began with a chance sighting of a vacant storefront last fall. The charming two-room space on Mill Street now houses both her shop and a working clay studio.

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Ready to Meet the People Behind Your Favorite Local Shops? Here’s Your Chance

By Potomac Local News

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – Fredericksburg Main Street is launching a new way to help residents get to know the people behind the storefronts that make downtown special. Its new “Meet the Merchant” series kicks off on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at Fraser Wood Elements, located on Caroline Street.

In a conversation with Potomac Local News, Main Street board member Dan Craddock shared that the goal of the quarterly event is to build connections between business owners and the community—especially those who are new to the area and might not have explored downtown yet.

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