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Balls Ford Road widening project completed

Published April 23, 2024 at 10:51AM | Updated October 2, 2024 at 8:34AM

[Photo: Prince William County on Youtube]

The 1.2-mile improvement, located in the Gainesville Magisterial District, includes not only the widening of the roadway, but also a 16-foot-wide grass median, a 10-foot-wide shared-use path and a 5-foot-wide concrete sidewalk along the south and north side of the road respectively.

Prince William County Gainesville District Supervisor Bob Weir thanked the staff and all involved in building and completing the $64-million project. “Glad you brought it in on time and under budget … congratulations,” Weir said.

Warming trend expected after frosty start | Prince William Parks and Rec sponsors our weather posts

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 23, 2024 at 10:29AM

Summer Job Alert: Parks and Recreation Hiring Seasonal Workers Now! Want to earn some extra cash this summer and enjoy your job at the same time? PWC Parks and Recreation is now hiring for seasonal jobs.. Camp Counselors, Lifeguards, Cooks and more…

Residents of the Mid-Atlantic region woke up to frosty conditions early this morning, with temperatures dropping below freezing in some areas. A Frost Advisory remained in effect until 8 a.m. for central and Northeast Maryland, extending south to the Virginia Piedmont and parts of southern Maryland, while a Freeze Warning lingered until the same time for portions of the Shenandoah Valley and Potomac Highlands.

Town of Occoquan holds dedication for new LOVEworks sign

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 23, 2024 at 10:27AM

Town of Occoquan Mayor E-Newsletter: Join us on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, at 2:00 p.m., for the dedication of the Town of Occoquan’s LOVEworks sign in River Mill Park (415 Mill Street, Occoquan), designed by artist Darby Leondra. This event is free and open to the public.

Clear skies, below normal temperatures today, tomorrow | Prince William Parks and Rec sponsors our weather posts

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 22, 2024 at 9:22AM

Summer Job Alert: Parks and Recreation Hiring Seasonal Workers Now! Want to earn some extra cash this summer and enjoy your job at the same time? PWC Parks and Recreation is now hiring for seasonal jobs.. Camp Counselors, Lifeguards, Cooks and more…

We can expect a continuation of cool but clear weather as high pressure dominates the region today and into tomorrow. According to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, a cold front is anticipated to pass through the area on Wednesday, ushering in another round of high pressure towards the end of the week.

I-95 Northbound paving requires overnight detour

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 21, 2024 at 4:05PM | Updated April 21, 2024 at 5:48PM

Closing the local lanes will affect local travelers’ ability to merge onto the northbound I-95 through lanes north of exit 133 in Stafford.

When the local lanes are closed, there will be no access to the through lanes of I-95 northbound for any traveler entering I-95 northbound from Route 3 in the City of Fredericksburg. All local lanes traffic will exit to Route 17 at exit 133 (Falmouth/Warrenton). The on-ramps to I-95 northbound from Route 17 northbound and southbound in Stafford will also be closed during these hours.

Travel hot spots in the Fredericksburg District

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 21, 2024 at 4:00PM | Updated April 21, 2024 at 5:40PM

Drivers on Interstate 95 south pass under Telegraph Road in North Stafford. (Mary Davidson/PotomacLocal.com)

I-95 Northbound: Exit 104 (Carmel Church): Monday – Friday, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Single lane closure at mile marker 103, just before the exit 104 (Carmel Church) interchange, at the bridge over CSX railroad tracks for bridge washing.

I-95 Northbound and Southbound: Exit 126 (Spotsylvania): Sunday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Single lane closures on both I-95 northbound and southbound starting at 9 p.m. followed by double lane closures at 10 p.m. between mile markers 125-126. All lanes will reopen by 5 a.m. Construction of a new overpass of I-95 at Route 17 (Mills Drive).

Rappahannock Waste Management Board receives Governor’s award

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 21, 2024 at 12:00PM

The Rappahannock Regional Solid Waste Management Board (R-Board) and Aquia Harbour Host Lions Club’s Electronics Recycling Program was recognized as a silver medal winner for the 2024 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards.

The awards were announced on April 9, 2024 at the Environment Virginia Symposium held at the Virginia Military Institute in Lexington. The awards recognize innovative programs that are improving Virginia’s environment.

Stafford to host information session on green infrastructure

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 21, 2024 at 11:00AM | Updated October 26, 2024 at 4:42PM

[Photo: George Washington Regional Commission on Facebook]

Through this event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about green infrastructure and provide feedback about where in the community green infrastructure may be needed.

Green infrastructure is a practice that captures and absorbs rainwater where it falls. Since water cannot be absorbed by impervious surfaces such as roads, roofs, and parking lots, urban areas experience increased rates of runoff that lead to erosion and flooding.

Changes coming to Riverfront parking lot

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 19, 2024 at 10:49AM

[Riverfront Park parking lot 2 hour parking]

The Riverfront Park parking lot, located on Sophia Street near Wolfe Street, will be converted to 2-hour parking 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Additionally, the final on-street parking signage around the William Square project (focused on the 600 and 700 blocks of Amelia Street, as well as Douglas, William and Winchester Streets and Washington Avenue) will be implemented by the City in an effort to support the nearby businesses while protecting area neighborhoods.

OmniRide offers free rides for children April 25

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 19, 2024 at 10:45AM

OmniRide: In support of national Take Your Child to Work Day, children aged 17 and younger can ride any OmniRide bus for free on Thursday, April 25.

OmniRide Local and Metro Express are already currently free and will be until at least June. Children can ride any OmniRide Express commuter bus for free on this day, which currently costs $9.00 one way, when accompanied by a paying adult.