“Larry was a neighbor, he was a friend of mine,” Manassas Vice Mayor Mark Wolfe told InsideNoVa. “He was one of the people who was instrumental in talking and persuading me to get involved in local government.”
“We in the city of Manassas owe Larry just a tremendous debt of gratitude for his service and what he was able to start and build in our community,” Wolfe added. “Manassas would not be anywhere near as nice a place to live and to work if it wasn’t for Larry.”
Manassas City Police are investigating an attempted abduction that happened on June 7, 2026, at Dean Park on 9501 Dean Park Lane. A mother said two unknown males approached her 4-year-old daughter around 8:50 p.m. and tried to lure her away with candy. The girl’s 6-year-old sister screamed for their mother, causing both males to flee.
Governor Abigail Spanberger, Democrat, announced higher education board appointments on June 6, 2026, reappointing Delbert Parks of Manassas, Vice President at Micron Technology, to the George Mason University Board of Visitors.
Parks, a key leader at Micron’s Manassas facility, brings significant experience in local business and economic development back to the board. Potomac Local News has previously reported on Parks and Micron’s operations in Manassas, including the February 10, 2025, City Council decision to extend the company’s special semiconductor equipment tax incentive through 2035.
Manassas City Police are investigating an attempted abduction of a 4-year-old girl that happened Sunday evening at Dean Park in the Wellington community.
At about 8:50 p.m. on June 7, two unknown males approached the child and tried to lure her away with candy, according to a police press release. Her 6-year-old sister screamed for their mother, causing the men to flee. The mother gathered her daughters and got help from an off-duty Prince William County police officer at the park entrance.
Construction is underway on the new Sudley Road Roundabout at the intersection of Centreville Road, Sudley Road and Prescott Avenue.
The City of Manassas is replacing the existing signalized intersection with a two-lane modern roundabout. The project aims to improve traffic flow, enhance safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers, and create an attractive gateway to Historic Downtown Manassas.
“Early this morning, a fire caused catastrophic damage to our building in Culpeper. While the restaurant is a total loss, we are grateful beyond words that no one was injured and that everyone appears to be safe,” Zandra’s owner Miguel Pires said, as the Culpeper Star Exponent reported. “Right now, our focus is on supporting our team members and their families as we work through what comes next. While today is heartbreaking, we are thankful that everyone is safe.”
The second location of Zandra’s Taqueria, a longtime fixture of the downtown Manassas dining scene, was destroyed in the early morning blaze Saturday at 302 E. Davis Street in downtown Culpeper. According to Historic Manassas Inc’s Facebook page, community help is being sought to support the business and its team as they face an uncertain future.
“Today, Osbourn High School celebrated the Class of 2026 during graduation at EagleBank Arena,” Manassas City Public Schools announced. “Surrounded by family, friends, staff, and supporters, graduates crossed the stage and officially completed their journey as MCPS students.”
“Congratulations to the Class of 2026 on this incredible accomplishment — your hard work, perseverance, and dedication have led to this special moment, and we cannot wait to see what comes next for each of you.”
Colin Turner, a longtime Old Town Manassas resident, historic preservation advocate, and business consultant, announced today that he will seek a seat on the Manassas City Council as an independent candidate in the November 3, 2026, general election.
Turner’s candidacy adds to a competitive field for three open at-large seats on the seven-member council, which operates under a council-manager form of government in the independent city of Manassas.
The program will operate at three locations with the following schedule:
This initiative helps ensure local children have access to nutritious meals while school is out for the summer. Program information comes directly from Manassas City Public Schools.
