OCCOQUAN, Va. — Two former Virginia first ladies will tour portions of the Potomac Communities on Thursday, stumping for their husbands who are running for U.S. Senate.
Susan Allen will stop in Falmouth in Stafford County at 10:30 a.m. at the Warrenton Road Park and Ride lot on U.S. 17 where she’ll be joined by Virginia State Senator Bryce Reeves, Delegate Mark Dudenhefer, and Stafford County Board of Supervisors Chairman Susan Stimpson.
While it may seem like spring has been happening all winter long, the force that is fashion is rolling out the trends for spring, and now is the time to start stocking up on staples and trendier items that you’re going to be seeing. Even if you are on a budget you can afford to make small updates to your wardrobe. One of the best aspects of the trends this spring is the fact that they are looks that can be pulled off with a few new pieces and a few adjustments or accessories to an outfit.
Sick of the drab greys, browns and blacks of winter-time fashions? Then bust out your most colorful pieces, such as lush greens, blues, yellows and oranges are going to be big this upcoming spring season. When it comes to colors, make sure not to do too much color at once, and try to provide balance with all of your pieces. It’s usually best to stick to one or two colors in a similar palette, or related colors.
STAFFORD, Va. — An undercover investigation has led to charges for two men accused of purchasing steel used to form railroad tracks, which is illegal to possess in Virginia.
A detective from the Stafford Sheriff’s Office went to Northern Virginia Metal Recyclers at 32 Eskimo Hill Road in Stafford on March 19 and sold the metal, known as Pig Iron, to the two suspects. After the sale was complete, sheriff’s deputies swooped in, executed a search warrant, and arrested the suspects, said sheriff’s spokesman Bill Kennedy.
STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. — A woman was pepper sprayed while sitting in a car with two other women, sheriff authorities said.
The Stafford Sheriff’s office at 12:13 a.m. Saturday was called to Dunbar Drive in a rural area of Stafford County, near the Lake Arrowhead subdivision, where they found a woman who was shaken and upset, wearing a shirt covered in dirt.
Local musician Tom Lohrmann is working on a project to connect fans, bands and venues in the Northern Virginia music scene.
County Leaders Discuss Taxes and Education in Committee of 100 Forum
Bristow Beat reports There were no winners in the Prince William County Committee of 100 Forum on the evening of Mar. 15, when political officials restated their stance on the issue of school funding.
Lot owners want progress
Fredericksburg.com reports Stafford County weighs transfer of development rights from a subdivision first planned in the Crow’s Nest area in the 1970s.
We asked and you told us: What are some of the great things happening around the Potomac Communities this St. Patrick’s Day? Here you go:
St. Patrick’s Day at Mick’s Lounge
DJ Double D, co cover charge
2866 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Stafford, Va. 22554
540-659-5500
When the kids are home for spring break, Virginia State Parks offer an outstanding opportunity for the entire family to relax, reconnect and enjoy the great outdoors.
This year, every state park will provide special activities and programs during the time when most Virginia school districts are on spring break, the weeks before and after Easter, March 30 – April 15. Parks will offer special ranger-led educational programs, self-guided activities, and other programs reflecting the unique character of each park.
STAFFORD, Va. — A road that carries commuters and thousands of school children is about to get an improvement.
Stafford County transportation officials Thursday held a public meeting about improvements to Mountain View Road. Last night, officials showed plans for improving about a half-mile stretch of the two lane road between Rose Hill Farm Drive and Pickett Lane. It’s the second section of a two-phase project aimed at modernizing the road, a thoroughfare which carries students to Margaret Brent Elementary and Mountain View High schools.
STAFFORD, Va. — Stafford County teachers may not get a pay raise next year.
Educators in the county were told this week the school system was looking to cut $40 million from
