Virginia State Parks set a goal to reopen campgrounds.

In Richmond, Virginia State Parks are working toward a goal to reopen campgrounds for Memorial Day Weekend, Friday, May 22 to Monday, May 25. The announcement comes as part of the state’s phase one reopening strategy that begins Friday, May 15, following the coronavirus outbreak.


Craft breweries in Prince William County are finding ways to celebrate American Craft Beer Week in light of the coronavirus pandemic.

May 11 – 17 is American Craft Beer Week.  It is a time to brew up beer lover support for small and independent breweries, providing a boost in excitement for the beer community just when it is needed most, according to a Visit Prince William, Virginia press release.


It’s Administrative Professionals Day — the day when people across the country are recognized for the all-important work they do to keep businesses and non-profit organizations up and running, and their teams successful.

Potomac Local News knows that, in this time of social distancing, it’s that much more important we recognize the hard work you do — whether in the office, working remotely, or as an essential employee in the field.


A total of 57 Facebook donors contributed $2,060 to watch Manassas City Councilman Ian Lovejoy give himself a haircut live on Facebook.

All proceeds went to Old Town Strong in support of the out of work restaurant bar and staff in Old Town Manassas.


Dina Qureshi, a 26-year old engineer with Dominion Energy, bought a sewing machine.

For months, it sat unused — until now.


In the wake of Governor Northam’s recent “Stay at Home” order for the State of Virginia, Jean Humbrecht, a Manassas-based attorney hosted a Facebook Live event on Wednesday discussing the legal ramifications of the order.

Humbrecht explained that not only Virginia but Maryland and Washington, D.C. also have stay at home orders. She explained that in Virginia, if a citizen violates the order, it is a class one misdemeanor and they can face up to 12 months in jail and a fine up to $2,500.


Food, families, and fun: A retired soldier hopes those three words will bring people together to change how the community views its military veterans.

This Saturday, March 14, Veterans Grow Virginia will host its second Veteran Business pop-up at the Dale City Volunteer Fire Department, located at 13511 Hillendale Drive. Over 40 veteran-owned businesses will showcase their products to the community.


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