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Winning middle school student gets $150 gift card, $1,000 for school

By Potomac Local News
Jocelyn Turman, a student at Drew Middle School in Stafford County, won a $150 gift card from the Virginia Lottery.

A Stafford County student was honored as one of three winners of the fifth annual Virginia Lottery Thank a Teacher Art Contest. Jocelyn Turman, a seventh-grader at Edward Drew Middle School, won in the contest’s middle school category.

Three winners (one each from the elementary, middle, and high school levels) were selected from nearly 300 entries to have their artwork featured on thank-you notes distributed to thousands of teachers across the state during National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 2 through 6, 2022. 

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During Stafford Race Series, the community cheers

By Potomac Local News
Kerrianne Rouse, 38, of Stafford, runs the Halloween 5K and Monster Mile 2019 and again in 2021.

Kerrianne Rouse, 38, of Stafford, has been participating in the Stafford Race Series since 2018.

As a local PE teacher and running club sponsor, I enjoy seeing students and families participating in both the 5K runs and also the kids’ mile runs offered.

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$1M building addition at Catharpin Park to feature concession stand, restrooms

By Potomac Local News
Prince William County officials break ground on a new $1 million building at Catharpin Park to house restrooms and a concession stand. [Photo: Prince William County Parks and Recreation]

According to parks spokesman Amir Wenrich, the new $1 million building will feature permanent restrooms and accessibility improvements to expand recreational opportunities and accommodate more park users. The building also includes a concession area and storage space

Construction on the new building is expected to be completed in October 2022.

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Detours posted for Saturday ahead of Prince William Forest Park marathon

By Potomac Local News
The Marine Corps Marathon 17.75K run in Prince William Forest Park [Photo: Marine Corps Marathon]

Drivers traveling on Route 234 should prepare for detours.

It commemorates the year the U.S. Marine Corps was founded and is one of nine events leading up to the annual Marine Corps Marathon in October.

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Brentsville Courthouse turns 200; Year-long celebration starts April 30, ‘Bicentennial Court Day’

By Uriah Kiser
A new Loveworks sign sits in front of the 200-year-old Brentsville Courthouse in Prince William County.

This year, several celebrations are planned as Brentsville Courthouse, a former Prince William County seat, turns 200 years old.

County leaders just announced “Brentsville Bicentennial Court Day” on Saturday, April 30. This will be the largest bicentennial celebration honoring Brentsville. The area was once a bustling community full of agriculture and trade. Activities will include mock trials, historic tradespeople, militia muster, markets, music, food, and demonstrations.

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Hylton dumps vaccination pass, keeps mask policy

By Potomac Local News
The Hylton Performing Arts Center. [Photo: Hylton Center for the Preforming Arts]

Beginning May 2, 2022, audience members will not be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative coronavirus test result before attending most events, except when required by the event organizer or artist.

If a performing artist requires proof of vaccination or a negative coronavirus test, a notice will be posted to the Hylton Performing Arts Center’s website.

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Bluebell Festival to return to Merrimac Farm, celebrating the official flower of Prince William County

By Uriah Kiser

Mark your calendars for the Bluebell Festival, celebrating the official flower of Prince William County.

The annual Bluebell Festival returns to Merrimac Farm ?Wildlife Management Area at ?15014 Deepwood Lane in Nokesville Sunday, April 10, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Stafford Sheriff to hold 8th annual Junior Deputies Academy

By Rick Horner
Stafford Junior Deputies heard from members of the county sheriff's office specialty units and see some of their equipment on July 22, 2021. [Photo: Stafford sheriff's office]

That’s the question that The Stafford County Sheriff’s Department is asking prospective applicants for their 8th annual Junior Deputies Academy.

According to the sheriff’s department website, the department will begin accepting online applications starting on March 20 for their annual July summer camp. The event is being held for Stafford County students going into 4th through 7th grade for the upcoming 2022-23 school year. 

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