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Prince William Launches Survey to Guide $3 Million in Federal Funds

By Caitlyn Meisner
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Festive Fun in Manassas: Tree Lightings, Parades, and Ice Skating Await

By Potomac Local News
The Christmas lights are up on Meredith House in Downtown Manassas, a newly renovated, 165-year-old house turned social club.

We’re getting our first look at Christmastime events in and around Manassas, and it’s shaping up to be a season full of festive fun for the whole family.

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New Leadership on the Horizon for Manassas Park

By Uriah Kiser

Following the Tuesday, November 5, 2025, General Election, Manassas Park will see a new mayor and a fresh face on the city council. Democrat Alanna M. Mensing, who ran unopposed, will assume the mayoral role, succeeding outgoing Mayor Jeanette Rishell. Mensing received 83.87% of the vote, marking a significant shift as Rishell, mayor since 2016, did not seek re-election this year.

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Election Night Update: The Latest from Local, State Races

By Potomac Local News

Updated 1 a.m, November 6, 2024 — The race for Virginia’s U.S. Senate seat remains closely watched, with updated numbers showing incumbent Senator Tim Kaine in the lead:

Currently, 2,050 of 2,536 precincts have reported, and an estimated 885,261 early votes are still outstanding, which could impact the final outcome.

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Manassas Park Community Center Open Regular Hours on Election Day

By Potomac Local News

MPCC will be open and operating under normal business hours on Tuesday, November 5.

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Updated: DOJ to Monitor Elections in Prince William, Manassas, Manassas Park

By Potomac Local News
Voters stand in line to cast their ballots at a DMV in Woodbridge.

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) will deploy federal monitors to observe elections in Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park on Election Day.

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Manassas Park Honors Veterans with Flag Raising Ceremony

By Uriah Kiser

On Friday, November 1, at 1 p.m., Manassas Park City held its annual Veterans Flag Ceremony outside City Hall, paying tribute to the men and women serving in the United States Armed Forces.

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Mixed Trends in Mail-In and In-Person Voting; Early Ballots Surge

By Potomac Local News
Stafford County voters wait to cast absentee in-person ballots ahead of the November 5, 2024 General Election.

As early voting continues across the area, the voter turnout for 2024 reflects shifts in participation compared to previous election cycles, with mixed trends between mail-in and in-person ballots.

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VRE Ridership Increases Slightly as System Adjusts to the ‘New Normal’

By Uriah Kiser

As the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) heads into 2025, its proposed budget reflects its challenges and opportunities in a post-COVID world. The budget discussed at the October 18, 2024, Operations Board meeting outlines plans to support ridership recovery, maintain reliable service, and position VRE for future growth as a regional rail provider.

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