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Showers, thunderstorms possible today; Weekend looks nice | Prince William Parks and Rec sponsors our weather posts

Published March 27, 2024 at 11:12AM

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As a slow-moving cold front creeps across the Mid-Atlantic region, residents can expect unsettled weather with showers and the potential for thunderstorms. The National Weather Service predicts this front will progress from west to east through tonight, accompanied by varying conditions.

Police reports: Brotherly ‘hostage’ situation unfolds near Stafford elementary school

By Potomac Local News

Published March 26, 2024 at 4:03PM

The Winfield brothers [Photos: Stafford sheriff's offiice]

The Stafford sheriff’s office reports:

Out of an abundance of caution, they were detained until deputies could unravel what was really going on. One of the detainees was identified as Deshaun Winfield, 32, of Stafford. The other detainee was identified as his brother, and the original caller, Cory Winfield, 39, of King George.

Call to Action: 2024 Park Day volunteers needed

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 26, 2024 at 11:11AM | Updated September 13, 2024 at 11:25AM

Photo: Prince William County Office of Historic Preservation on Facebook

Greetings, Prince William – Please join the staff at Bristoe Station Battlefield Heritage Park for Park Day 2024 on April 6, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Park Day is a nationwide event that encourages Civil War enthusiasts to help maintain, restore and preserve Civil War sites through volunteerism. Volunteers are needed for projects such as litter pick up, cleaning cemeteries, and trail maintenance throughout the 140-acre park. Please wear sturdy work shoes, bring gloves, and remember sunscreen. Tools and snacks will be provided. Please meet in the parking lot off Iron Brigade Avenue. You’ll feel great getting outdoors with friends and family as you clean up and beautify this piece of Civil War history! No signups necessary, just show up. Please contact [email protected] or call 703.366.3049 for more information.

Fair weather today, showers tonight | Prince William Parks and Rec sponsors our weather posts

By Potomac Local News

Published March 26, 2024 at 8:48AM

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Fair Weather Today, Showers Expected Tonight: National Weather Service Forecast

Fair Weather Today, Showers Expected Midweek | Prince William Parks and Rec sponsors our weather posts

By Potomac Local News

Published March 25, 2024 at 1:36PM

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According to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, we can expect fair and seasonable weather for the next couple of days.

Updated: Stafford elementary school placed in partial lockdown

By Potomac Local News

Published March 25, 2024 at 1:22PM | Updated March 25, 2024 at 5:45PM

Updated 5:45 p.m. — Police tell us one person outside Conway Elementary School had a weapon and was arrested.

Stafford sheriff’s spokesman Ryan Wilbur says:

Travel hot spots in the Fredericksburg District

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 23, 2024 at 12:27PM

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

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).

I-95 Northbound: Exit 118 (Thornburg): Sunday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. Varying single and double lane closures at mile marker 119, just north of exit 118 (Thornburg), for maintenance repairs to the bridge over the Po River.

Ceiling fan sparks blaze at Haymarket area home

By Potomac Local News

Published March 23, 2024 at 11:55AM

Units were dispatched to the 4500 block of Lawnvale Drive near Haymarket where a bathroom ceiling fan fire had ignited material inside a wall.

Crews extinguished the blaze. No injuries were reported. The house sustained moderate damage and was determined to be unsafe to occupy by the Building Official.

Diggs to roll out community servants at first town hall

By Potomac Local News

Published March 23, 2024 at 11:25AM

George Washington District Supervisor Deuntay Diggs is sworn into office in December 2023.

Stafford County Supervisor Deuntay Diggs will hold his first town hall meeting on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at Stafford High School.

Diggs represents the George Washington District, said he’ll be joined by elected School Board member, Susan Randall, also of George Washington, as well as residents whom Diggs appointed to several county boards and commissions.

Widespread soaking Rainfall to give way to clearer, windy conditions | Prince William Parks and Rec sponsors our weather posts

By Potomac Local News

Published March 23, 2024 at 11:01AM | Updated March 23, 2024 at 2:05PM

Harrell Road in Stafford County is closed due to high water. [Photo: Stafford sheriff's office]

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The NWS predicts that gusty winds and drier conditions will return in the system’s wake, beginning Saturday night and extending into Sunday as high pressure builds into the region. This shift in weather patterns is expected to relieve areas affected by the heavy rainfall.