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Humbrecht Law Celebrates a Decade of Service in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

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For Jean Humbrecht, becoming an attorney was a lifelong ambition. “I have always wanted to be an attorney. Specifically, I always wanted to work in the field of criminal law,” she shared. “I love being in court, and I love that no day is ever the same.”

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Pence Group Finalizing Plans for The Garrison at Stafford

By Potomac Local News
Bob Pence, principal of The Pence Group development firm, leads a groundbreaking ceremony for The Garrison at Stafford, a mixed-use project in North Stafford in development since 2015.

The Pence Group is getting closer to breaking ground on its long-awaited 45-acre mixed-use development on Garrisonville Road in North Stafford.

The Reston-based developer is working with Stafford County to finalize the site plan for The Garrison at Stafford, said Pence Group President Geoff Pence. He is hoping that will be approved by the end of the year. The company will then start announcing firmer plans and timelines for the project.

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Manassas EDA to Discuss Future Use, Demolition of Manassas Shopping Center

By Potomac Local News

The Manassas Economic Development Authority (EDA) will hold a special meeting on Monday, December 2, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the first-floor conference room of City Hall.

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Lidl Signs Suggest New Grocery Store in Smoketown Stations

By Potomac Local News

Residents in Woodbridge may soon have a new grocery option. Signs for Lidl, a popular discount grocer, have appeared in the Smoketown Stations shopping center on Prince William Parkway. The signs are placed at the former site of 2nd and Charles, a bookstore that closed its doors earlier this year.

Lidl, known for its budget-friendly groceries and streamlined shopping experience, has not confirmed its plans for the site. In an email, Lidl representative Bridget Johnson stated, “We announce store openings a month in advance. If there are future updates regarding Lidl US stores in the Woodbridge area, we will reach out.”

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Edge Carwash to Replace TJ’s Carwash in North Stafford

By Potomac Local News
Crews demolish TJ's Carwash to make way for a new Edge Car Wash.

Edge Carwash is set to open a new facility at the intersection of Garrisonville Road and Staffordboro Boulevard in North Stafford, replacing the former TJ Carwash, which has already been demolished.

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Commonwealth Aviation Celebrates Merger and Expansion with Manassas Based Aero Elite

By Aya Karouane
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Press Release:

In 2020, Founder Kyle McDaniel launched Commonwealth Aviation with one airplane and five customers. The flight school quickly grew its client list by leveraging business relationships and a large customer base at Virginia’s busiest regional airport right here in Manassas. After a recent merger with Aero Elite, the company has expanded to a beautiful 1,300+ square foot office space in APP Jet Center to accommodate 17 Manassas-based instructors, seven administrative staff, and maintenance operations for five to six local aircrafts. The merger — with 40 total instructors across five locations — makes Aero Elite one of the largest flight schools in the mid-Atlantic region.

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Potomac Mills Unveils Plans for Expanded Food Court as Mall Approaches 40th Anniversary

By Jazbia Chaudhry

According to Potomac Mills’ press release, the upgraded Food Pavilion will feature contemporary flooring, stylish lighting, and a refreshed color palette to create a more inviting atmosphere. New seating arrangements, including elevated banquet tables, intimate conversation spots, and flexible benches, will offer comfortable spaces for groups of all sizes. The renovation, which incorporates energy-efficient LED lighting throughout, aligns with the mall’s commitment to sustainability.

Bethany Webb, a spokeswoman for Potomac Mills, shared additional details with Potomac Local News:

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