George Mason vs. VCU: Sherrod Wright buzzer-beater gives Patriots a key CAA win
The Washington Post reports There is no such thing as a lighthearted affair between George Mason and Virginia Commonwealth, and in a pivotal Colonial Athletic Association game Tuesday night, they were at it again. Only this time, they provided an extraordinary ending.

Patriot Center receives new scoreboard, LED signs
Connect2Mason reports a new center court scoreboard was installed in the Patriot Center just before last week’s homecoming game. The new additions give the 20-year-old building a needed face-lift.


Woodbridge, Va. — Virginia’s Burn Law goes into effect Wednesday placing restrictions on where and when residents can burn open air fires.

The law, which is instituted annually and lasts through April 30, prohibits anyone to burn brush or any other flammable materials before 4 p.m. if the fire is within 300 feet of a wooded area, an area filled with brush or grass, or any other flammable materials, said Prince William Fire and Rescue Department spokeswoman Kim Hylander.


Stafford, Va. — At the request of a customer, florist Janey Dwayer in Stafford placed a diamond ring in a bouquet of flowers for Valentine’s Day.


Manassas man fatally stabbed; acquaintance charged
WTOP.com reports Prince William County Police have arrested a man they say fatally stabbed an acquaintance and charged him with first-degree murder.

Virginia House passes ‘personhood’ bill
The Washington Post reports The Republican-led House of Delegates gave preliminary approval Monday to a so-called personhood bill , despite strenuous opposition by Democrats who argued that the broad measure could prohibit birth control.


By Mary Daivdson

Triangle, Va. — The National Capital Trackers set up model train displays at the National Museum of the Marine Corps this weekend. Several area residents came out to enjoy the show.


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