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21st Annual Claudia Emerson Teen Poetry Contest Celebrates Young Poets

By Kelly Sienkowski
The winners of the 2024 Claudia Emerson Teen Poetry Contest (Photo: CRRL)

Central Rappahannock Regional Library held its 21st annual Claudia Emerson Teen Poetry Contest in June.

The event was named in memory of Claudia Emerson, an advocate for teen poets.  Emerson, a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and former professor at the University of Mary Washington, played a key role in the annual Teen Poetry Contest. She judged the contest and hosted Teen Poetry Night, providing thoughtful feedback to young poets. In 2022, she was named a Changemaker in the Virginia Women in History program.

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Virginia DMV Implements New Changes Effective July 1, 2024

By Kelly Sienkowski
The Woodbridge DMV on Caton Hill Road.

Effective July 1, 2024 new laws enacted by the Virginia General Assembly will bring several changes for DMV customers. These changes include updates to the uninsured motor vehicle fee, farm use placards, disabled parking placard duration, and manufactured home conversion procedures.

DMV offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4.

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Spotsylvania Deputy Shoots and Kills Armed Suspect During Domestic Disturbance

By Kelly Sienkowski
Spotsylvania Sheriff's office responded to a domestic violence report that resulted in an officer shooting.

On June 30, at 3:16 a.m., deputies were dispatched to Spotswood Drive for a domestic disturbance involving a firearm.

On arrival, deputies saw a man pointing a gun at a woman. A deputy fired his gun and struck the man.

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Spotsy deputies takedown homicide suspect from Woodbridge

By Uriah Kiser
Morris

A Woodbridge man suspected of shooting and killing a 52-year-old man was arrested last night in Spotsylvania County.

On June 30, at 9:07 p.m., deputies were dispatched to the 5300 block of Holley Oak Lane for a 911 text call. 9-1-1 dispatchers were able to relay information to deputies by researching information associated with the residence, that a suspect wanted for homicide from Frederick County may be inside the home. Deputies observed an individual who was positively identified as the wanted subject. Terrance Lee Morris, 38 years of age from Woodbridge, was arrested on Frederick County’s 2nd-degree murder warrant. Morris was incarcerated under no bond at the Rappahannock Regional Jail.

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Stafford EDA supports UMW’s Business Acumen Series

By Kelly Sienkowski
UMW's Stafford Campus will host two of the upcoming Business Acumen series.

The University of Mary Washington’s Continuing & Professional Studies Department’s Business Acumen Series has three more events this year.

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We asked the candidates for Manassas City Council about affordable housing

By Uriah Kiser

As we get closer to the start of early voting for the Fall 2024 election, Potomac Local News is dedicated to informing the community about candidates vying for one of three open seats on the Manassas City Council and the mayor’s seat.

To help voters make an informed decision, we are launching a new feature series, “One-Question Manassas City Council Candidate Survey.” This series will run throughout the campaign season, offering insights into each candidate’s stand on key issues affecting our city.

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New Podcast Episode: Resilience and Community Spirit with Barbara Biddle of District Hemp

By Uriah Kiser

We’re excited to share our latest Potomac Local podcast episode featuring Barbara Biddle, the owner of District Hemp.

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City Hall Renovations Complete, Costs Higher Than Anticipated

By Uriah Kiser
Manassas City Hall

Manassas City Hall has reopened after significant renovations.

The building, which had remained unchanged since 1987, now features upgraded windows, an HVAC system, plumbing, an elevator, and reconfigured office space. The renovation project, initiated in 2014, cost $15.9 million and included a new roof and generator installed in 2021.

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Manassas Park Hosts Veterans Dinner

By Uriah Kiser

The Manassas Park Veterans Dinner was held at 6:30 p.m.,  June 27, 2024, at the Manassas Park Community Center.

The event provided an opportunity for the city to honor those who served and Gold Star Families who have lost loved ones in the service of the U.S. military. City Manager Keith Ngyuen, an Army veteran, led a champagne toast that honored all branches of military service, including the Coast Guard and Space Force, with a champagne toast.

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