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Will tourism still be a priority for Prince William County, Manassas?

Published April 10, 2015 at 5:28PM

Discover Prince William/Manassas promotes the County and Manassas City as a destination for family vacations and those who are looking to connect with history. A total of $505 million is spent each year in the county and $65 million in the city by tourists visiting the region, according to agency director Ann Marie Maher. The tourism industry created more than 6,000 jobs in the region, she added.

Despite the numbers, as well as several factors like the opening of two new hotels, the continued development of Potomac Shores as a destination, and the Hylton Performing Arts Center, the agency expects a budget shortfall of about $370,000 next year. The agency would operate on a $1 million budget.

Nokesville man charged with making false call about shots fired

By Potomac Local News

Published April 10, 2015 at 1:35PM | Updated April 11, 2015 at 10:24AM

Yesterday evening, Prince William police responded to a call in Nokesville about shots fired.

According to a Prince William police release, the caller and now the accused, 38-year old Brandon Wood, stated to the police that someone was firing a gun into his residence.

Bring your own cup to 7-Eleven for a Slurpee on April 11

By Stephanie Tipple

Published April 10, 2015 at 1:20PM

On April 11, the 7-Eleven convenience store chain will be allowing customers to bring their own cups from home to fill with Slurpees.

And when they say any cup – they mean it.

Five companies to bring 370 new jobs to Stafford

By Stephanie Tipple

Published April 10, 2015 at 11:39AM

Five companies are expanding in Stafford, bringing in 112,000 feet of additional office leases and 370 new jobs to the county.

Among the companies that have helped drive economic growth in Stafford are Dispersive Technologies, MLT Systems, the Bowen Group, IPKeys Technologies, LLC, and SimVentions, according to a county release.

Three apartments deemed unsafe after closet fire in Dale City

By Potomac Local News

Published April 10, 2015 at 11:07AM

On Thursday afternoon at 2:30 p.m., the Prince William fire and rescue department received a call about a fire alarm at the Orchard Mills Apartment Complex.

The complex is located on Bannon Way in Dale City.

Even Aware, It Can Happen To Anyone

By Potomac Local News

Published April 10, 2015 at 10:52AM | Updated January 18, 2017 at 8:33PM

To recap, the woman and young child had walked out of the store to her vehicle. She then placed the child in the carseat. When she stood back up, she was shocked to find a man standing next to her. She asked him to step back. He showed a gun and demanded money.

A similar thing happened to me years ago in another area. I am normally very aware of my surroundings. I had served in the Civil Air Patrol, and our motto was Semper Vigilans, which is Latin for “always vigilant” — always alert and ready. I took that motto to heart.

Woman with child robbed at Stafford Marketplace

By Potomac Local News

Published April 10, 2015 at 9:36AM | Updated January 18, 2017 at 8:33PM

An armed man robbed a woman in the Target parking lot in Stafford Marketplace in North Stafford while the woman’s young granddaughter was with her.

According to Stafford County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer Bill Kennedy, the woman and child had walked out of Target to her vehicle. She then placed the child in the carseat. When she stood back up, she was shocked to find a man standing next to her. She asked him to step back, and he responded by asking for change. She declined. That’s when it got scary.

Soldier to receive new home in Haymarket from non-profit

By Stephanie Tipple

Published April 9, 2015 at 4:16PM | Updated April 10, 2015 at 10:06AM

Va. 55 intersects with Jefferson Street in Haymarket, Va.

On April 11 the non-profit organization, Homes for Our Troops, will begin building a home for Marine Corporal Marcus Dandrea in Haymarket.

The groundbreaking for the home will be held at 14600 Washington Street at 11 a.m. and is open to the public. Residents are being encouraged to attend the ceremony, and show their support.

Prince William police looking for man after attempt to pick up child from day care in Woodbridge

By Potomac Local News

Published April 9, 2015 at 3:23PM

On April 3 Prince William police responded to a call from Small World Day Care in Woodbridge, to investigate a suspicious person.

According to a Prince William police release, a staff member at the day care stated that a young man entered the location and was trying to pick up a child.

Sawyers to run for chairman of Prince William school board

By Stephanie Tipple

Published April 9, 2015 at 3:09PM | Updated April 10, 2015 at 10:07AM

Sawyers

Ryan Sawyers, a small business owner, has announced his candidacy for Chairman of the Prince William County School Board.

Sawyers, a graduate of West Virginia Wesleyan College and West Virginia University, will be running against Tim Singstock – the Republican candidate for the seat. The current incumbent, Chairman Milton Johns has decided not to run for re-election this year.