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$1 Deal Seals 20-Year Lease Extension for Broad Run Station Parking

Published September 30, 2024 at 10:00AM

The Virginia Railway Express (VRE) Operations Board is poised to extend its parking lease at the Broad Run Station through a recommended amendment to the existing lease agreement with the Prince William Board of County Supervisors. This extension will secure 46,974 square feet, or 113 parking spaces, known as the “barn lot,” for an additional 20 years for $1 per year.

The current lease agreement for the parking spaces at Broad Run Station, just outside Manassas, established in October 2004, expires in October 2024. The proposed amendment seeks to extend this agreement until October 2044, maintaining all original lease provisions unchanged.

Prince William Maintains AAA Bond Rating for 13th Year

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published September 30, 2024 at 9:00AM

Prince William County has maintained, for the 13th year in a row, its AAA bond rating from the three major credit rating agencies. This is the highest rating an entity can get.

“This reflects the continuous efforts of the Board and all the county staff who focus on prudent and responsible administration of public resources,” County Executive Chris Shorter said. “Prince William County is a growing, dynamic community, which continues to attract a high-quality workforce and significant capital investment. I really appreciate all of the work that has gone into the long-term planning and governance that have helped to maintain fiscal discipline over the years, resulting in this prestigious distinction as a AAA/Aaa jurisdiction.”

Olde Virginia Gourmet Turns 20, Invites Community to Celebrate with Local Wine and Giveaways

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published September 30, 2024 at 8:00AM | Updated September 30, 2024 at 1:26PM

This October, Olde Virginia Gourmet, a family-run shop in Stafford, marks 20 years of offering gourmet products and gifts to the community.

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Saturday Snapshot: Scenes in Fredericksburg

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published September 28, 2024 at 11:00AM | Updated October 26, 2024 at 4:41PM

The river sits a few inches below the dock at Riverfront Park. The stairs are closed by caution tape due to mud covering the steps.

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Woodbridge Man Charged After Bomb Threat at Pizza Restaurant

By Aya Karouane

Published September 28, 2024 at 8:51AM

On September 26, officers investigated a bomb threat at Brixx Wood Fired Pizza, prompted by a phone call from a Woodbridge man, police said. The restaurant was evacuated, police didn’t find a bomb, and the caller was charged with making a threat to bomb.

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Man Charged with Assaulting Prince William County Law Enforcement Officer

By Aya Karouane

Published September 28, 2024 at 8:43AM

On September 26, officers near Manassas attempted to detain Jaime Antoni Villatoro Santos, who actively resisted and assaulted an officer. He was arrested and charged with assault and battery on a law enforcement officer and obstruction of justice.

Press Release from Prince William County Police:

Dale City Teen Missing

By Aya Karouane

Published September 28, 2024 at 8:41AM | Updated October 2, 2024 at 8:35AM

The Prince William County Police Department is seeking help in locating missing juvenile Phoenix Marsalis Lewis, who left his home on Pearson Dr. on September 25, 2024. He is known to frequent the Sable Ct. and Portal Ct. areas of Dale City, and anyone with information is urged to contact local authorities.

Sudley Road Beautification Project Completed Wednesday

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published September 27, 2024 at 11:00AM

[Photo: Courtesy of Prince William County]

The project, which was funded by the Board of County Supervisors’ $500,000 allocation for such projects in fiscal year 2024, provided new landscaping to “enhance the appeal of the area.” Some of the landscaping included adding crape myrtles, knock-out roses, shamrock hollies, hydrangeas and more.

Both Coles District Supervisor Yesli Vega and Brentsville District Supervisor Tom Gordy attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony because the project covers portions of each district.

The Publisher Hotel Opens in Fredericksburg on Historic Newspaper Site

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 27, 2024 at 10:54AM

Fredericksburg celebrated the grand opening of The Publisher Hotel, a significant new development by Vakos Real Estate Services.

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Truck Crashes into Storm Retention Pond in North Stafford, Driver Rescued

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 27, 2024 at 10:47AM | Updated October 26, 2024 at 4:41PM

According to Major Shawn Kimmitz from the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office, the crash led to an immediate response from local rescue teams, who successfully extracted one person from the submerged vehicle. The driver, whose identity has not been disclosed, is currently receiving medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.

The conditions during the accident included rainfall, although it is still unclear whether speed played a role in the mishap. The intersection was partially closed to facilitate the rescue operation and to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.