“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.


Manassas’ location near the sites of the First and Second Battles of Manassas (Bull Run) has long been viewed as a key tourism asset.

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Manassas Regional Airport has secured a major $26 million federal grant to replace its aging air traffic control tower, just as the FAA has officially approved the facility’s new commercial name: Washington Manassas Airport.

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Micron Technology has started manufacturing its 1α (1-alpha) DRAM chip at its Manassas facility, marking a significant milestone for domestic semiconductor production and the local economy.

The announcement, made official by Micron on May 22, 2026, positions the Manassas fab as a key site for the world’s most advanced DDR4 technology. The 1-alpha node is expected to quadruple Micron’s DDR4 wafer supply at the Virginia facility, supporting long-lifecycle memory for critical sectors including automotive, defense and aerospace, industrial, networking, and medical devices.


The Prince William Committee of 100 will hold its annual membership meeting and dinner on Thursday, May 28, at Juke Box Diner in Manassas. The event runs from 6 to 9 p.m. and includes dinner, networking, and a program highlighting local parks, recreation opportunities, and summer community events.

The gathering brings together members, community leaders, and friends to celebrate connections across Prince William County, Manassas City, and Manassas Park. Dinner tickets cost $35 for PWC100 members and $40 for non-members. Guests can choose from classic diner options such as meatloaf with mashed potatoes, fish and chips, chicken souvlaki, or gyros, with soft drinks, dessert, and sides included.


“All aboardddd! Tickets for the Excursion Train Ride are now on sale! Historic Manassas announced. “This is just one part of our free-to-attend 32nd Annual Historic Manassas Railway Festival, which runs from 9 am to 3 pm in Historic Downtown Manassas.”

“The 10 am & 11 am trains feature our guests, the 501st Legion Troopers, 501st Garrison Tyranus. The 12 pm & 1 pm trains host Belle and Mirabel.”


Community members, preservation advocates, and local officials gathered Wednesday evening at the Manassas Museum Plaza to call for the preservation of the historic Old Bennett School, a 118-year-old building facing demolition as part of Prince William County’s planned judicial center expansion.

Logan Parham of Preservation Virginia announced that the Old Bennett School has been added to the organization’s 2026 Virginia’s Most Endangered Historic Places list. The annual list highlights significant historic resources across the commonwealth that face imminent threats.


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