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Nathan’s Dairy Bar in Manassas Ice Cream Spot Makes Top 100

Published August 5, 2025 at 11:30AM | Updated August 5, 2025 at 2:03PM

MANASSAS, Va. – Nathan’s Dairy Bar, a family-run ice cream shop in Manassas, is now getting national attention after being named one of Yelp’s Top 100 Ice Cream Shops in the country.

The recognition came as a surprise to the team, who first found out about the honor from a parent of one of their employees. “We were honestly blown away,” they said. “It’s incredibly humbling, especially as a small, family-run, local shop. We pour so much love and intention into every scoop we serve, and to have that recognized on a national level—because of the kind words and support from our customers—means everything to us.”

AI’s Growing Power Bill: Why Northern Virginia May Face Hundreds of Hours Without Electricity

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 5, 2025 at 9:00AM | Updated August 9, 2025 at 6:49PM

Village Place Technology Park in Gainesville, approved by the Prince William Board of County Supervisors in 2022

MANASSAS, Va. – Northern Virginia could face more than 400 hours of power outages a year by 2030, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Energy, raising alarms about the region’s ability to keep up with the explosive growth of artificial intelligence and data centers.

The report, released in July, highlights a significant imbalance: while demand from AI infrastructure and data centers is expected to surge by 50 gigawatts nationally, the U.S. is retiring 104 gigawatts of firm generation—like natural gas and coal plants—with only 22 gigawatts of firm replacement power planned. The gap puts pressure on the electric grid and raises the risk of prolonged outages across the country.

Traffic Stops Have Increased in Manassas, New Police Data Shows

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published August 4, 2025 at 1:15PM

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Alternative Education Program Funding Approved for Manassas City Schools

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published August 4, 2025 at 11:00AM | Updated August 9, 2025 at 6:49PM

Manassas City Councilor Theresa Coates-Ellis at the July 28, 2025, meeting discussing the MCPS alternative education program funding request. [Courtesy of the City of Manassas]

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Manassas City Council Approves Schools’ Purchase of 8700 Centreville

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published August 4, 2025 at 9:00AM | Updated August 9, 2025 at 6:49PM

Manassas Public Schools HQ at 8700 Centreville Road.

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Manassas Councilwoman Slams Proposed Pay Hike in Latest Podcast Update

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 4, 2025 at 8:00AM | Updated August 9, 2025 at 6:49PM

Coates Ellis

Manassas Councilwoman Teresa Coates-Ellis says she was “surprised” and “frustrated” by a recent proposal to more than double the salaries of the city’s mayor and council members—an idea that drew heavy criticism from residents and prompted the council to delay a final vote until September.

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Winsome Sears Brings Campaign to Manassas, Manassas Park Today

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 2, 2025 at 9:09AM

Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle‑Sears, the Republican nominee for Virginia governor, will make two stops in the Greater Manassas area today as part of her statewide campaign tour, “Operation Defend & Deliver.”

Sears is expected to appear at the 34th Annual African American Culture Arts Festival at Metz Middle School in Manassas between 12 and 1 p.m. The free, family-friendly event, hosted by the African American Foundation of Prince William County, runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and features more than 125 exhibitors — including arts and crafts vendors, cultural retailers, youth groups, college and school exhibits, a Health Fair, Business and Job Expos, a Classic Car Show, and food vendors.

At Home Store in Manassas to Close as Retailer Declares Bankruptcy

By Potomac Local News

Published August 1, 2025 at 3:48PM

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – The At Home retail store on Sudley Road near Manassas will permanently close its doors this fall, following a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by the Texas-based home décor chain.

Located at Manassas Mall, 8300 Sudley Road, the Manassas store is among 26 underperforming locations across the U.S. that will shutter as part of a corporate reorganization plan. According to court documents and multiple news reports, the company aims to close the affected stores by September 30, 2025.

Charges Filed in Manassas Crash That Killed 72-Year-Old Woman

By Potomac Local News

Published August 1, 2025 at 3:19PM

MANASSAS, Va. – A 65-year-old man has been charged with involuntary manslaughter following a deadly crash that took place last weekend in Manassas.

Police arrested Jeffrey Fortman on July 31, five days after the crash that killed 72-year-old Earline Steward. The collision happened around 6:05 p.m. on July 26 at the intersection of Ashton Avenue and Godwin Drive. Steward, the only person in her car, was pronounced dead at the scene. Two others from the second vehicle were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.

Events Around Prince William, Manassas in August

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published August 1, 2025 at 9:00AM

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