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Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce unveils new headquarters

By Potomac Local News
Outside the new offices of the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce

In a momentous occasion attended by hundreds of community members and dignitaries, the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce inaugurated its new headquarters at 1701 Fall Hill Avenue with a vibrant ribbon-cutting ceremony yesterday, March 13, 2024.

The event marked a significant milestone in the chamber’s history, symbolizing a new chapter of growth and opportunity for the organization and the community it serves. Susan Spears, the CEO of the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce, expressed her gratitude to all those who participated in the celebration and acknowledged the importance of their support.

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Stafford County Sheriff’s Office announces rape defense classes

By Potomac Local News

The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is offering Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) classes designed exclusively for women ages 12 and older. The classes aim to equip participants with realistic self-defense tactics and techniques to enhance awareness, prevention, risk reduction, and avoidance strategies.

Scheduled to commence on April 23, the classes will continue on April 30, May 7, and May 14 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Each session will be conducted at the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office at 1225 Courthouse Rd. Registration for the upcoming class can be completed through this link.

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AWS to give $400,000 in grant funds for local projects

By Potomac Local News
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The announcement of the AWS InCommunities Funds coincided with a recent event celebrating AWS’s $35 billion investment in new data centers across the four counties. The event was attended by Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, Secretary of Labor Bryan Slater, Chancellor of the Virginia Community College System Dr. David Dore, Germanna Community College President Dr. Janet Gullickson, and various state and local officials.

Shannon Kellogg, AWS’s VP of Public Policy for the Americas, emphasized its commitment to supporting local initiatives alongside its economic investments. The community funds, part of a broader series of outreach programs, aim to empower communities through skills development and support for local causes.

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Manassas police apprehend narcotics suspects after foot pursuit; Disorderly individual arrested later

By Potomac Local News

On March 12, 2024, Manassas City Police responded to a sighting of two individuals known for involvement in narcotics activity in the area of the 9200 block of Byrd Drive around 6:18 p.m. One of the subjects attempted to evade police, prompting a foot pursuit, according to a Manassas police press release. During the chase, the fleeing individual discarded suspected narcotics, which officers later recovered. Both suspects were apprehended and found to have outstanding warrants. They were subsequently transported to the Prince William County Adult Detention Center.

Disorderly / Obstruction

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Youngkin, AWS announce data center investment in Fredericksburg region

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“The Fredericksburg region will be the focus of Amazon Web Services’ multi-billion-dollar investment in data centers announced Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin Wednesday. The move represents the largest single economic development investment in the state’s history, according to Governor Glenn Youngkin,” reports the Fredericksburg Free Press.

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Well above normal temps precede rain, thunderstorms | Prince William Parks and Rec sponsors our weather posts

By Potomac Local News

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…

As residents are in unseasonably warm temperatures, the National Weather Service is alerted to an impending shift in weather patterns. Currently, in command, high pressure is poised to yield to a low-pressure system approaching from the Ohio Valley.

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As Va.’s congressional races heat up, big changes expected in our area as incumbents Spanberger, Wexton not seeking reelection

By Potomac Local News
Jennifer Wexton (D-Va, 10) greets at a voter at Unity Reed High School near Manassas.

Virginia’s congressional races will soon heat up, as competitors must declare their candidacy by April 15 to make June’s primary ballot.

The seats for districts seven and 10 will be the most competitive, with Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-7, declaring a run for governor and Rep. Jennifer Wexton, D-10, not seeking reelection due to illness.

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