Manassas is planning to purchase the Manassas Shopping Center on Mathis Avenue for $16 million to bolster local economic development.
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Aspiring law enforcement officers will have a unique opportunity to connect with multiple agencies at a significant recruiting event scheduled for Saturday, June 1, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The event will occur at Virginia Credit Union Stadium, 42 Jackie Robinson Way in Fredericksburg.
At 9:28 p.m. on May 29, Stafford County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a crash in the 600 block of Kellogg Mill Road. The accident involved a 2011 Toyota Camry, which had veered off the road for reasons still under investigation.
Da’John Lancaster, a wanted man, was taken into custody after a manhunt in North Stafford and charged with multiple offenses, including attempted aggravated murder and malicious wounding. Lancaster, already wanted for felony intimidation and a weapons offense, was apprehended on May 30 following a high-risk traffic stop.
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If you’re ridin’ along Route 1 near Fredericksburg, be ready for some short daytime holdups in June on the Falmouth Bridge over the Rappahannock River. We got ourselves a good ol’ bridge inspection comin’ up.
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New speed cameras installed near some Prince William County schools are catching hundreds of speeders, raising a debate on their effectiveness and necessity. We want to hear your thoughts on this issue. Do you think these cameras are a good idea to enhance safety for students and pedestrians, or do you believe there might be better solutions? Share your opinion in our poll below!
The 30th Annual Manassas Railway Festival will take place on June 1, 2024. It will offer a day filled with train-themed activities, historical exhibits, and family-friendly fun. Hosted by Historic Manassas, Inc., the festival will run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. downtown Manassas, providing a unique opportunity to celebrate the town’s rich railroad history.
This year’s festival promises a variety of attractions for all ages. Train enthusiasts can look forward to a display of working model trains, historic railroad memorabilia, and educational exhibits that highlight the importance of the railway to Manassas’ development. The event will also feature train rides, allowing visitors to experience the joy of rail travel firsthand.
On May 28, detectives concluded the investigation into the May 22 bomb threat at Manassas Mall, identifying the culprit as a 12-year-old girl and determining the threat was not credible. The case will be handled through the juvenile diversion process after consultation with Juvenile Court Services.
From Prince William police:
On May 27, Deputy R.J. Kemp responded to a disturbance on Munsons Hill Court, where an intoxicated woman mistakenly entered a stranger’s home with her child. The woman, who believed she was on Lakeview Court, was taken into custody and charged with public intoxication, child neglect, unlawful entry, and obstruction of justice. A sober guardian was called to take care of the child.
From the Stafford sheriff’s office:
“Today’s achievement is monumental as our eSTOL aircraft has proven its capability to operate from spaces shorter than 300 feet,” said JP Stewart, Electra Vice President and General Manager. “The aircraft’s low-speed handling has been exceptional, closely matching our predictions and building confidence in the 9-passenger product design. We will continue developing our technologies to enhance the STOL takeoff and landing performance.”
The test flights, piloted by Cody Allee, were conducted in April and May 2024 at Manassas Regional Airport and Warrenton-Fauquier Airport in Virginia. The longest flight lasted 1 hour and 43 minutes, with the aircraft taking off in less than 170 feet and landing in under 114 feet. The aircraft reached an altitude of 6,500 feet and flew as slowly as 25 knots during takeoff and landing. Data from these flights will inform the design of Electra’s 9-passenger commercial eSTOL aircraft, targeted for commercial service in 2028 under FAA Part 23 regulations.