🚨 A heartbreaking loss on Lee Highway
A man was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver Thursday morning while walking along Lee Highway near Gainesville.
Read the full story and learn how you can help
🔥 Firefighters tackle intense blaze in Nokesville
Fire crews rushed to battle a serious house fire Thursday evening on Fleetwood Drive in Nokesville; thankfully, no injuries were reported.
See how first responders handled the scene
💰 Prince William accepts federal jail reimbursement funds
The county will receive $345,000 in federal funds through a program tied to housing certain undocumented immigrants in local jails.
Get the full breakdown on where the funds are going
🗳️ Stafford County voters, take note of polling place changes
Due to renovations at three schools, voters in the Brooke, Rock Hill, and Barrett Heights precincts will have different polling places for this election only—and early voting has also moved.
Check where you’ll vote this year and make a plan
🎨 Weems Elementary shines in statewide art contest
Kingston Rosner, a 4th grader at Weems Elementary, won the statewide VSBA art contest with his piece “What’s in My Head,” earning a $1,000 prize and a big spotlight for Manassas City Schools.
See Kingston’s award-winning art and what’s next
🚧 Stafford Government Center is open—despite the cones
Yes, there’s construction out front, but the Stafford County Government Center is still open and ready to help you find your way inside.
Watch the quick walkthrough video here
🇺🇸 Quantico brings the energy to Nationals Park
Marine Day on June 4 was a hit at Nats Park, with rocking performances, family fun, enlistments, and a Nationals victory—all part of the Corps’ community-building mission.
Catch the patriotic highlights
🎣 Don’t miss the FREE Fishing Derby this Saturday!
The Bass Federation is hosting a family-friendly fishing derby at Locust Shade Park—with prizes, bait, and rods provided. Just show up ready to reel and register in advance!
Let them know you’re coming
🍷 Wine lovers, take note: Cooper’s Hawk is coming to Woodbridge
The upscale winery and restaurant chain is opening a new location at Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center—perfect for date nights and happy hours with flair.
Check out what’s on the menu
🚧 Big changes are coming to Route 1 in Stafford
Construction on Phase I of the Route 1/Courthouse Road improvement project starts next week near Bells Hill and Hope Road. Expect night work as part of Stafford’s $70 million push to improve transportation.
Check the county’s announcement and get the full details.
⛳ Heads up, golf fans and commuters
LIV Golf makes its debut at Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Gainesville this weekend, with tournament festivities underway and traffic expected between Bristow and Gainesville.
Here’s what you need to know before you go.
🎲 Business and brews at the Chamber Annual Meeting
The Prince William Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting is happening Thursday, June 5, from 4–7 p.m. at The Farm Brewery at Broad Run. The event will include the installation of the 2025–2026 Board of Directors, with remarks from outgoing Chair Marty Nohe (Appliance Connection) and incoming Chair Jinnae Monroe (HireGround, Inc.). More info.
⚖️ Local immigration lawyers raise alarms over new ICE arrest tactic
In Sterling, immigrants showing up for court are having their cases canceled—only to be arrested by ICE as soon as they step outside, in a troubling new move seen across the U.S.
Watch the video and read the full report from NBC Washington.
🏳️🌈 A first for Pride in Stafford County
For the first time, Stafford’s Board of Supervisors has officially recognized Pride Month, a move led by Chairman Deuntay Diggs, the county’s first openly gay board leader.
Read the full story on how this proclamation came to be.
💼 Want to get paid to lead and help others at NOVA
NOVA Corps is hiring student interns for fall 2025—earn $18/hr while building leadership skills and helping fellow students succeed.
Apply by June 10 on Career Connection.
🏫 Three PWCS principals get national recognition
Leaders from Woodbridge High, Pattie Elementary, and Bull Run Middle have been chosen for the 2025-26 Cahn Distinguished Principals Fellowship—one of the highest honors in school leadership.
Learn more about this prestigious program and what it means for our schools.
🎓 Cheers to the 2025 retirees of Manassas City Public Schools
From three to 36.5 years of service, a group of dedicated MCPS staffers are wrapping up their careers and heading into retirement—thank you for shaping lives and leaving a lasting legacy.
See the full list and photos from the celebration luncheon.
💦 Little ones get their own splashy fun in Dale City
Splash N’ Play Tuesdays are back at Waterworks Waterpark—kids 5 & under can enjoy the splash pad from 9–10:30 a.m. for just $8.50 with one free adult per child.
See the full schedule and plan your morning out.
The Department of Homeland Security has taken down its list of so-called “sanctuary jurisdictions” after widespread criticism over inaccuracies and lack of transparency.
Read more about the controversy: AP News
🍩 Free donut alert!
Sheetz is sweetening your week with a free donut when you buy any drink in honor of National Donut Day.
Grab your treat June 6–10 by using the OFFERZ tab on the Sheetz app — get all the details here.
🌳 Sponsor spotlight: Find your escape at Silver Lake!
Silver Lake Regional Park in Haymarket is a perfect summer getaway with trails, water views, and non-motorized boating.
Get the free Parks & Rec app to explore more: visit pwcrecmapper.com or learn about Silver Lake.
🛼 Roll into summer fun!
Cavalier Skating Rink is kicking off summer hours with weekday skating from 12–5 p.m., just $7 with pizza and a drink, or $5 without.
Bring the kids or your whole daycare — visit cavalierskating.com for info.
🌆 Twilight in Downtown is here!
Downtown Fredericksburg is turning up the charm every Wednesday evening with late-night shopping, happy hour specials, street music, and a farmers market in Hurkamp Park.
Come experience the magic from 3 to 7 p.m. — see what’s happening.
🗳️ Nobody’s on the ballot—yet!
The City of Fredericksburg still needs candidates for City Treasurer and Commissioner of the Revenue this November — and the deadline to qualify is June 17!
Learn how to file and serve your city here: Read the job descriptions and Q&A details.
🎶 Music on the Steps turns 40!
Fredericksburg’s beloved summer concert series kicked off its 40th season with a big crowd on the library steps.
See the photos and check the full schedule: Fredericksburg Free Press
🎓 Hats off to the Class of 2025!
Superintendent Dr. LaTanya McDade is celebrating the resilience and achievements of PWCS seniors as they prepare to graduate and step into their futures. She also shared updates on a new bus tracking app, EZ A2B, and honored Neabsco Elementary’s Lydia Larimore as Virginia’s Elementary School Counselor of the Year.
👉 Read Dr. McDade’s full message here
🗑️ Got junk? Prince William’s Dumpster Day is here to help
The Occoquan District Area Cleanup is happening Saturday, June 7 at Bethel Church—bring your unwanted items between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. and let Public Works handle the rest.
👉 See what you can dump and learn more
🎉 Rec2U is rolling back into town for summer fun
From June 2 through August 15, Fredericksburg’s Mobile Recreation Van will bring free games, sports, and crafts to parks and neighborhoods all over the city—perfect for school-age kids and families looking to get active.
👉 See the full weekly schedule on Facebook
🎭 Make it a field trip to remember with Riverside matinees
Riverside Center for the Performing Arts is welcoming students this fall for special school-day shows of The Sound of Music, White Christmas, and Junie B. Jones the Musical—a perfect arts outing for classrooms and youth groups.
👉 Details and booking info on Facebook
🦁 Got a creative spark? Help name two new schools
Stafford County Public Schools is seeking your ideas for naming, mascot, and school colors for its upcoming Elementary Schools 18 and 19.
👉 Submit your suggestions here
🎸 A Stafford staple hits a high note!
BANG! Music in North Stafford has been serving the community with music lessons, instrument sales, and rentals since 1997—check out the latest Biz Beat video feature from Bill Freehling.
👉 Watch the video and read the story
🏆 Neabsco Elementary’s Lydia Larimore earns top state honor
Lydia Larimore, school counselor at Neabsco Elementary in Prince William County, has been named Virginia’s Elementary School Counselor of the Year for 2025, recognizing her outstanding support for students and families.
👉 Read the full story on InsideNoVa
🌫️ Nature’s mystery: Ghost pipe blooms in Prince William Forest
These pale, bell-shaped flowers may look like something out of a fairytale, but ghost pipe is a real—and parasitic—plant that thrives in the shady, fungal-rich soil of Prince William Forest Park.
👉 Learn more and join the conversation on Facebook
🎓 Hats off to the Class of 2025 in Prince William County
Graduates from all 14 high schools in the county recently walked the stage, and proud moments from each ceremony are now online.
📸 Check out the graduation photo albums on PWCS’ Facebook page
🎓 Big cheers for Stafford County’s newest graduates
Families and friends celebrated the Class of 2025 this weekend, and now you can relive the joy with photos from each high school’s ceremony.
📸 View the graduation albums on Stafford County Public Schools’ Facebook page
🌬️ Late May brought a surprising chill
If you felt more like reaching for a hoodie than sunscreen this past weekend, you weren’t alone—temps dipped unusually low for this time of year, catching many off guard.
🧊 Here’s the chilly weekend recap from the National Weather Service
📚 Tour Germanna’s new Stafford County Center this summer
Explore the future of learning with high-tech labs, spacious classrooms, and top-tier student support during guided campus tours.
🗓 Tours: June 10 & 26, July 8 & 22 at 5:30 p.m.
✨ Register now to attend or learn more on Facebook
🎭 Outdoor fun at Locust Shade Park’s amphitheater
Prince William County’s Jean C. Smith Amphitheater is hosting a lineup of family-friendly shows all summer long—from puppet acts to magic and even a Broadway-style review.
🎟️ Find show times and plan your visit | See the full post on Facebook
👋 Meet Tammy Hassett—Occoquan’s new Events Director
Tammy’s energy and creativity are already making waves, and she’s ready to lead Occoquan’s beloved events into an exciting new chapter.
💬 Give Tammy a warm welcome and learn more about her new role
🇺🇸 Heads up: Training noise expected near Quantico through June 13
Marine Corps Base Quantico will conduct live-fire exercises and aircraft movements, including overnight training on May 30 and a series of operations from June 3–13, which may result in loud booms and vibrations.
📅 Check the full advisory and stay updated | Follow MCBQ on Facebook
🏳️🌈 Pride Month kicks off in Fredericksburg
The city is showing its love and support for the LGBTQIA+ community with Pride flags flying downtown from June 23 to 29, leading up to Pride Day on Saturday, June 28.
📖 Learn more about how Fredericksburg recognizes Pride Month
Prince William County supervisors approve a collective bargaining ordinance they admit is a work in progress -- The Prince William Board of County Supervisors voted Tuesday to adopt a collective bargaining ordinance that will allow most of its 6,000 employees - including hundreds of police officers and firefighters - to choose a representative to negotiate their pay and benefits with county executive staff and elected officials. [Prince William Times]
Man charged with killing Va. man, intentionally running him over in Philadelphia: Police -- Police have arrested and charged a 22-year-old man for allegedly killing a Virginia man after running him over with a car in Philadelphia, Pa., authorities said. [WJLA-TV]
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Indicted former registrar, struggling to raise funds for a lawyer, appears in Prince William County court -- Former Prince William County Registrar Michele White is struggling to raise funds to defend against corruption charges she says are motivated by politics. White, 51, of Occoquan, appeared in Prince William County Circuit Court on Friday for a hearing on the status of her legal counsel. [Insidenova.com]
Data center decisions could have big land use impacts in Virginia's Prince William County -- A growing number of environmental groups and residents have come out against data center development in Prince William County, VA, where they say it would imperil water quality, natural resources and a national battlefield. At the same time, officials in the county continue to approve changes that are paving the way for such projects. [Bay Journal]
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Prince William School Board passes collective bargaining rights as rancor continues between board and education association -- The Prince William County School Board adopted a collective bargaining resolution Wednesday night, formally enshrining the right to collective bargaining on compensation and working conditions for thousands of county school employees in a 7-1 vote. [Insidenova.com]
Funeral costs for Dale City homicide victims to be paid by donations -- Three GoFundMe fundraising campaigns are live to help pay for the funeral expenses for victims of the quadruple homicides in Woodbridge. [Patch]
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'It's really sad': Friends gather to mourn Dale City family slain in mass shooting -- about 200 people gathered Tuesday night outside 5297 Mansfield Court, the Dale City home Flores and Sotelo had rented for more than a year for themselves and Sotelo's three children: an adult son and two daughters, ages 19 and 13. [Prince William Times]
Silver Line Phase II could start 'in time' for Thanksgiving, but more trains needed, Metro says -- The second phase of the Silver Line may finally be ready to begin in time for the start of busy Thanksgiving travel, Metro announced today. But the opening of the long-anticipated and long-delayed extension into Loudoun County is pending security certifications from the Washington Metrorail Safety Commission. Metro says it also still needs more trains to officially support the extension. [FFXNow]
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Protests continue as 'PW Digital Gateway' data center plan heads to the planning commission -- Amid residents' protests, 'Devlin Technology Park' data center on hold, for now, developer says The proposed "Devlin Technology Park," a project that would have allowed between seven and 1...But that didn't keep about 150 people from protesting in front of James J. McCoart Administration Building Tuesday night to call for county officials to put the brakes on both the Devlin Technology Park - and the much larger, 2,100-acre Prince William Digital Gateway. -- Prince William Times
Fredericksburg-area community comes out in support of public library -- The community came out in a show of support for the local library and its staff as public libraries across the U.S. have come under increased scrutiny since last summer. -- Fredericksburg.com
