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Weekend Events: Stafford County Fair and FredNats FallFest

Published October 19, 2024 at 12:02PM

The annual Stafford County Agricultural and Homemaking Fair is this weekend, October 17 through 20. The fair is located at University of Mary Washington’s Stafford Campus, 121 University Boulevard. The fair is open Saturday from 12 to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 12 to 7 p.m. In addition to vendors, rides, and carnival treats, Saturday and Sunday will feature Children’s Power Wheel Derbies and Pedal Tractor Pulls.

Next week, the Fredericksburg Nationals will host FredNats Fall Fest on Oct. 25. The family event is free to attend, but parking is $6 per vehicle. In addition to a pumpkin carving contest, the stadium will feature arts and crafts, fall-themed foods, goats, and trick or treating on the concourse. Pumpkins must be labeled with contact information, carved and dropped off during the week for the competition. Costumes are encouraged. FredNats Fall Fest is open from 6 to 9 p.m.

New Mexico Man Charged With Drug Trafficking In Stafford

By Aya Karouane

Published October 19, 2024 at 11:34AM | Updated October 26, 2024 at 4:40PM

A New Mexico man was found intoxicated behind the wheel of an RV on October 16, prompting deputies to conduct a traffic stop. An inventory search revealed five firearms, multiple controlled substances, and items linked to drug transactions, leading to numerous charges, including driving under the influence and drug trafficking.

Press Release from Stafford County Sheriff’s Office:

Fall Festival Happening Saturday at Pat White Center

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published October 18, 2024 at 1:00PM

[Graphic courtesy of Prince William County]

Formerly known as the Ben Lomond Community Center until 2015, the building has been a community hub for many years in providing programming and events. The festival will have activities for all ages, food trucks, STEM projects, musical instrument demonstrations, giveaways and much more.

Here’s some history on the center from Prince Willam County:

Nearly 1,800 Lose Power in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 18, 2024 at 11:06AM

[Photo: American Public Power Association/Unsplash]

Nearly 1,800 customers were affected by a power outage that struck just before 10 a.m. on Friday, October 18, 2024, impacting residents and businesses across several areas, including Farmington Court, Hasting Drive, and Nantucket Court.

Crews are currently working to repair two underground connections that caused the outage. As of the latest update, power has been restored to the majority of affected customers, but 37 homes and businesses remain without electricity. Officials expect power to be fully restored within one to two hours as crews continue to make repairs.

Annual Art and Wine Festival Returns to Caledon State Park on November 2-3

By Potomac Local News

Published October 18, 2024 at 10:44AM

The annual Art and Wine Festival will be held at Caledon State Park on November 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and November 3 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

This family-friendly event features local art, wine tastings, live music, and food trucks. Attendees can enjoy free wagon rides, archery, and camping programs. Tickets are $25 online or $30 at the gate, with free admission for children and non-tasters. Pets are welcome but must be leashed. The festival will proceed rain or shine.

Robbers Target Shell Gas Stations

By Aya Karouane

Published October 18, 2024 at 10:40AM

A suspect was arrested on October 15 for a strong-arm robbery that occurred on September 15 near Manassas. An additional suspect was arrested earlier, and both face charges related to the incident. In addition, on October 16, officers responded to a robbery at a Shell service station near Woodbridge, where an unknown man pushed an employee and stole money before fleeing.

Press Release from Prince William Police Department:

Two Charged in Woodbridge Child Neglect Case

By Aya Karouane

Published October 18, 2024 at 10:38AM

On October 16, officers found two adults and two girls in a vehicle in Woodbridge, where suspected illegal drugs were accessible to the children. The adults were arrested and charged with child neglect and drug possession, while the children were treated at a hospital but were not injured.

Press Release from Prince William Police Department:

Another Woman Walking Her Dog Struck, Killed in Prince William

By Aya Karouane

Published October 18, 2024 at 10:36AM

On October 17, officers responded to a crash on Mapledale Avenue in Dale City where a Nissan Versa struck a pedestrian walking her dog, resulting in the pedestrian’s death. The driver remained at the scene and was uninjured, with charges pending as the investigation continues.

Press Release from Prince William Police Department:

Fatal Crash: Driver Ejected from Tractor Trailer near Dale Boulevard

By Aya Karouane

Published October 18, 2024 at 9:10AM

Virginia State Police are investigating a fatal incident involving a tractor trailer on Interstate 95. The driver was found dead after the vehicle overturned on the roadway.

Press Release from Virginia State Police:

Young Marines Hosting 8th Annual Drug Prevention 5K

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published October 18, 2024 at 9:00AM

The Young Marines are hosting a Drug Demand Reduction 5K Dash on Saturday. [Photo courtesy of the Young Marines]

The race will be the kickoff event for Red Ribbon Week — which runs from Oct. 23 to Oct. 31 — a nationwide drug prevention and awareness initiative. Nationwide, Young Marines will begin a week of activities to prevent the use of drugs with National Family Partnership, the founders of Red Ribbon Week in 1985.

The 5K commemorates the death of Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, a former Drug Enforcement Administration agent who was killed in Mexico in 1985 in his quest to get drugs off America’s streets.