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Returning band promises a good vibe at ‘Fridays at 5’ concert on June 2

Published May 31, 2023 at 8:39PM

Prince William County Government press release: “THE TRIBE BAND, billed on the band’s website as an “Old School/New School Party Band,” will bring an eclectic show to the Sean T. Connaughton Plaza at the McCoart Government Center on June 2 for the Fridays at 5 Concert series. The concert starts at 5 p.m.”

“Believe it or not, we started off as a gospel group. We kind of started adding Motown and R&B, soul, funk, some smooth jazz and GoGo to the repertoire,” said Larry Simpson, percussionist and founder of the band that includes drum, a saxophone, keyboards, bass and lead guitars, along with vocals. “We try to give them a little bit of everything.”

Old Occoquan items to be auctioned Saturday, June 3

By Potomac Local News

Published May 31, 2023 at 10:00AM

Occoquan Mayor Earnie Porta: “On Saturday, June 3, from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., there will be a live auction during Occoquan’s RiverFest and Craft Show. The owner of the Mill at Occoquan project has agreed to allow us to auction off a variety of old Occoquan items that remain on the property, with all the proceeds going to the 501(c)(3) Occoquan Historical Society.”

“To access the auction, patrons will need to travel on the sidewalk behind the vendor tents just to the west of Ellicott Street on the river side of Mill Street (modest signage will be near the entrance) and enter through the property’s gate.”

Sentara grants Youth For Tomorrow $30,000

By Potomac Local News

Published May 31, 2023 at 8:00AM

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Facebook page: “Sentara Cares presented a check for $30,000 to Youth For Tomorrow, a non-profit neighbor of Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, on May 17, 2023.”

“Youth For Tomorrow provides a range of services to support at-risk youth and families – they work to guide them to a better future. Originally envisioned by noted football coach Joe Gibbs in 1983, Youth For Tomorrow opened its doors in 1986 and has been changing lives ever since.”

Manassas Museum reopening date set

By Potomac Local News

Published May 30, 2023 at 12:00PM

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Kings Dominion now open daily for summer

By Uriah Kiser

Published May 30, 2023 at 8:14AM

The Dominator roller coaster [Photo: Kings Dominion]

The park, at 16000 Theme Park Way in Doswell, is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays, and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays.

The Soak City water park inside Kings Dominion is open on weekends from noon until 7 p.m. The daily hours for both parks expand on June 10, when Soak City opens for daily summer operation.

Memorial Day observances around the area

By Potomac Local News

Published May 29, 2023 at 10:06AM

Memorial Day observance in Stafford County on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Local governments around the region held Memorial Day observances on Friday, May 26, 2023.

Stafford County Government: “Thank you on Memorial Day to all those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country and to their family and friends. Stafford honored their memories at a Memorial Day Ceremony on Friday.”

Updated: Community pools closed due to weather; SpashDown closed until June 16

By Potomac Local News

Published May 29, 2023 at 8:36AM | Updated May 29, 2023 at 4:05PM

With today’s weather forecast, it won’t be fun in the sun. But the area swimming polls are scheduled to open today.

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Miss Virginia Volunteer 2023 Kate Clatterbuck to appear at visitor’s center, promote railway festival

By Potomac Local News

Published May 26, 2023 at 2:02PM

Clatterbuck

“Historic Manassas Inc. Facebook page: “Miss Virginia Volunteer 2023, Kate Clatterbuck, will be making a special appearance in Manassas on Sunday, May 28, 2023. During her visit, she will dedicate her time to volunteering at the Manassas Visitors Center and actively promote ticket sales for the highly anticipated Manassas Railway Festival [Saturday, June 3, 2023].”

“From 9:00 am to 11:30 am, Kate Clatterbuck, the reigning Miss Virginia Volunteer, will engage with the community, emphasizing the significance of the Manassas Railway Festival and its impact on the region.”

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat on stage at Riverside

By Potomac Local News

Published May 25, 2023 at 1:44PM

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is now on stage at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Stafford County.

One of the most enduring shows of all time, this gem from Andrew Lloyd Webber uses the biblical story of Joseph—and a handful of popular song types to tell a universal story of dreamers: people from broken families who struggle to make the best of what they have, to trust in themselves, and most importantly, to see courage in forgiveness. Bursting with energy, this is the ultimate family experience that will leave you dancing in the aisles and exiting the theatre with a smile on your face.

Stafford to hold annual Memorial Day Ceremony on May 26

By Deshaun Jefferson

Published May 24, 2023 at 12:57PM

Stafford will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Friday, May 26, at 10 a.m. at the Armed Services Memorial located on the campus of the George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford.

This year’s ceremony is dedicated to the armed service members who died serving our country during the Gulf War. All families of fallen service members and veterans are asked to identify themselves to the greeters for special seating.