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LaClair named Manassas police FTO of the Year

Published March 8, 2024 at 1:22PM

Manassas City Police Department acknowledges Master Police Officer M. LaClair as the Field Training Officer (FTO) of the Year for 2023. An FTO is the senior training officer accompanying new or lateral police officers during their training period.

MPO LaClair exceeds FTO expectations, adopting a cautious approach to his role, according to a city police spokesman. He consistently seeks to challenge trainees, incorporating additional training and extracurricular requirements to bolster their knowledge, skills, and abilities. MPO LaClair exemplifies the Department’s core values and fosters connections between trainees’ work and the Department’s mission.

Brooke Point High School joins the Breakfast Club

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 7, 2024 at 8:44AM

Stafford Schools announced Brooke Point High School has received a Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) School Breakfast Club Award.

More can be found in a Stafford County Public School s press release:

Prince William County to host career expo at the Hylton

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 7, 2024 at 8:42AM

Prince William County currently has over 400 job openings across all departments and will host a Career Expo to fill as many open positions as possible.

Easter Bunny returns to Potomac Mills on March 8

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 5, 2024 at 9:00AM

Press Release: Potomac Mills is pleased to announce Bunny visits for families as part of the Bunny Photo Experience at Potomac Mills. The Bunny arrives on Friday, March 8, and will be available for visits until Saturday, March 30.

The Bunny Photo Experience will be open seven days a week and hours vary throughout the season. Find the full list of hours here. Reservations are strongly encouraged. Make Bunny reservations today by clicking here.

Occoquan’s Peep Show Returns for 2024: Celebrating a decade of sweet creativity

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 5, 2024 at 8:00AM

Occoquan announced their popular spring event is back for 2024. Beginning March 26 through 30, there are two ways to participate.

More information can be found in Occoquan’s press release below:

Artistic Expressions Art Show: Osbourn students put work on display

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 4, 2024 at 4:07PM

[Photo: Mike Beaty]

On Friday March 1 at 6 p.m., Osbourn High School hosted their 11th annual Artistic Expressions art show at the newly revamped Manassas Museum.

Inside the museum’s Mae Merchant Hall, selected artwork from various grade levels and mediums was displayed for families and special guests. The artwork ranged from glass paintings to graphite pencil pieces.

Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers to open near Manassas

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 4, 2024 at 9:07AM | Updated March 4, 2024 at 11:03AM

A new restaurant is coming to the Manassas area. Freddy’s, a well-known burger and custard joint, aims to open in June 2024. The newest franchise will be built at 8074 Ashton Avenue, at the corner of Sudley Manor Drive.

“Manassas is a vibrant, diverse, and growing area that’s a perfect fit for our brand. Our local community is so important to us—as we’ve gotten to know our neighbors and businesses in the area, we’ve been supporting community clean-up days with a Frozen Custard Social,” explained Manassas franchise owner Beverly Redler.

Manassas Bee Festival returns for fourth year

By Potomac Local News

Published March 4, 2024 at 8:47AM

The Manassas Bee Festival is gearing up for its fourth year, set to take place on June 22, 2024, at Liberia House and Grounds. The event, organized by City Councilwoman Theresa Coates Ellis, has steadily grown in popularity since its inception.

The festival aims to be a family-friendly affair with a mission to raise awareness about planting native flora and conserving pollinators. Attendees can expect to learn about Virginia’s native plants and their importance to local ecosystems.

Gainesville resident selected to serve as volunteer umpire for 2024 Little League World Series

By Kevin Sandell

Published March 1, 2024 at 8:01AM | Updated March 1, 2024 at 10:26AM

Bailey is the third from the left. [Submitted photo]

Jim Bailey, 54, a resident of Gainesville since 1997, has been umpiring Little League softball and baseball for 12 years and was selected among thousands of umpire candidates nationwide to serve in the 2024 Little League World Series. According to the league, appointment as a volunteer umpire for a World Series event is the highest honor the organization can bestow on an umpire.

“Being named an umpire at one of our seven World Series events is an honor that thousands of Little League umpires strive for each year and has long been known as an opportunity to showcase their hard work and give back by helping to provide a fun and memorable experience for the hundreds of participants from around the world,” said Stu Hartenstein, Little League Director of Umpire Development and Operations, in a press release announcing the umpires’ selections.

Stafford Schools Superintendent named Region III Superintendent of the Year

By Potomac Local News

Published March 1, 2024 at 7:52AM | Updated March 1, 2024 at 11:08AM

Dr. Thomas W. Taylor will leave Stafford County Schools to join Montgomery County this fall.

Dr. Thomas W. Taylor has been named the Virginia Association of School Superintendent’s Region III Superintendent of the Year for the second time. Taylor has led the school division since December 2021 and has been its 4th superintendent in 12 years.

Our most-read story in 2024, so far, has been Taylor’s rap video announcing schools would close on Jan. 16, 2024, for snow.