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Winsome Sears Announces Historic Run for Virginia Governor, Set to Continue Youngkin’s Legacy

Published September 5, 2024 at 8:23PM | Updated September 7, 2024 at 12:40PM

Virginia Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears has announced her candidacy for governor. She aims to continue the work of the Youngkin-Sears administration.

If elected, she would become the first Black woman to serve as Virginia’s governor and the first Black woman in U.S. history to hold such a position. Earle-Sears, an immigrant from Jamaica and former U.S. Marine, highlighted the administration’s achievements in improving community safety, boosting the economy, cutting taxes, and expanding educational choices for parents.

Manassas Police Investigating Incident Involving Suspected Police Impersonator Who Grabbed Girl

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 5, 2024 at 8:07PM

On September 5, 2024, at 8:39 a.m., Manassas City Police responded to a call reporting a suspicious event near the intersection of Quarry Road and Zebedee Street.

Police found a girl in distress after encountering a man who allegedly posed as a police officer. According to the juvenile, the suspect, driving a red Jeep SUV, approached her on Clover Hill Road, claimed to be an officer, and forced her into his vehicle.

Kings Dominion’s 50th Anniversary: Special Events, Iconic Attractions, and New Coaster Highlight Year-Long Celebration

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 5, 2024 at 2:30PM

Rapterra [Photo: King's Dominion]

The star of the show will be the park’s new winged rollercoaster, Rapterra. It will soar 145 feet into the sky, travel at 65 mph, and feature a dive loop, flat spin corkscrew, and heartline roll (the park calls it a raptor roll).

The celebration will also feature various special events, entertainment, and attractions. Visitors can expect new live shows at the Kings Dominion Theater, a high-energy roaming street party, and the return of the famous Clown Band. A standout feature will be the park’s Eiffel Tower, lit with special effects synchronized to a golden anniversary soundtrack.

Police Converge on Manassas Christian School in Manassas Park

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 5, 2024 at 1:26PM | Updated October 17, 2024 at 1:41PM

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Braemar Park Upgrades Revealed as Fairmont Park Plans New Playground Build Week

By Aya Karouane

Published September 5, 2024 at 10:26AM | Updated September 5, 2024 at 10:44AM

[Image: Prince William Department of Parks and Recreation]

A ribbon-cutting ceremony for Braemar Park will be held on Thursday, September 26, at 11 a.m. at 12401 Braemar Parkway in Bristow. The park has seen several updates, including a new playground, repaved parking lot, renovated basketball and tennis courts, and the addition of two pickleball courts. The event is open to the public.

A new playground design has been finalized at Fairmont Park, located at 9801 Fairmont Avenue near Manassas. The community is invited to participate in Build Week from October 23 to 26. Volunteers are needed to help with tasks such as assembling equipment and mixing concrete. All necessary tools and safety gear will be provided, along with food and drinks for participants. Volunteers must be 18 or older, though those aged 14 and up are welcome to assist with certain tasks.

New Finance and Administration Vice President Announced at UMW

By Aya Karouane

Published September 5, 2024 at 10:15AM

[Image: University of Mary Washington]

Press Release:

Jacob Long, an experienced leader in public university administration, finances and budgets, has been named the vice president for administration and finance and chief financial officer at the University of Mary Washington. With more than two decades of experience in state higher education, Long joins the University as a member of the cabinet leadership team. He will begin Oct. 25.

Meet the Principal: Q+A with Pennington’s New Principal, Michael Kelchlin

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published September 5, 2024 at 9:00AM

Welcome (or welcome back) to a new Potomac Local News series, “Meet the Principal.” With nearly two dozen new principals in Prince William County this school year, it’s important to get to know the folks in their new roles.

Potomac Local has asked each principal the same questions in bold, and their respective answers will be found below.