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See 5 Great Historic Haunts in Prince William, Manassas

By Potomac Local News
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Weems-Botts Museum
Get frightened at Weems-Botts Museum, the second most haunted home in Virginia. Civil War soldiers are said to haunt the nearby cemeteries and park. Staff and ghostbusters have heard loud noises on the stairs, seen books crash to the floor and overheard a girl whispering throughout the home. Experience it for yourself with a “lock-in” every Saturday night in October starting at 9:00pm.

Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre
Connect with Agness, the spirit who allegedly haunts the jail at this 28-acre site. Agness was one of 13 people executed outside the jail after she was tried and convicted of killing her master. People claim they have heard voices coming from the jail or have seen faces in the windows of the building. On Oct. 17 sit around the campfire as you hear stories from staff about the haunted happenings of the local sites around Prince William County.

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Warner Stops at B-Thrifty in Woodbridge

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Senator Mark Warner spoke to voters at B-Thrifty in Woodbridge, Virginia.

Senator Mark Warner on Thursday toured B-Thrifty, a mega thrift store and marketplace in Woodbridge.

It was a campaign stop for the freshman Virginia senator who is seeking another term in Washington. The senator and former Virginia Governor touted his business experience as a co-founder the once mobile phone giant Nextel to a room full of business owners and entrepreneurs.

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Police Arrest Man for Striking 43-Year-Old Woman

By Amber Champ

DALE CITY, Va. – On Oct. 7, a man was arrested after he threw multiple items at a 43-year-old woman and pulled out a knife towards her. According to the report, while holding the knife, he struck the victim in the face before police were contacted. The victim was taken to a hospital.  

Here’s the latest from Prince William police: 

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Stafford Wings and Wheels Event Turning 10

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The Stafford Rotary Club has partnered with the 350th Anniversary Blue Ribbon Committee to bring an extra special Wings and Wheels to the Stafford Regional Airport on Saturday, October 18. As part of Stafford’s 350th Anniversary, this year’s event will honor Stafford’s military heritage with highlights including a motorcycle and car show as well as a professional acrobatic air show. In addition to being part of Stafford’s yearlong 350th celebration, this year’s Wings and Wheels marks the event’s 10th anniversary in Stafford.  

“We are thrilled to join with the Rotary Club to be a part of this popular family friendly event,” said Harry Crisp, Chairman of the 350th Anniversary Blue Ribbon Committee. “As a Stafford citizen, I have long been aware of the large military presence we have here and of the sacrifices our military families make. We thought Wings and Wheels would be the perfect venue to honor our military – both active duty and retired – and let them know how much we appreciate all they do for us.”

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