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Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) crews are set to replace nine drainage pipes located underneath Route 616 (Poplar Road) in Stafford County throughout March. The initiative aims to ensure the installation of new pipes before the road undergoes repaving between Branch Creek Way and Tacketts Mill Road later this year.
Poplar Road will experience closures to through traffic overnight from Sunday to Thursday evenings between March 3 and the morning of March 15. Closure hours will be from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. during scheduled work days. Detour signs will be in place to guide motorists along the recommended alternate route.
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Maryland Man Wanted for Felonies Leads Authorities on Pursuit Through Stafford County
A Maryland man wanted for numerous felonies engaged in a pursuit with both Stafford County deputies and Virginia State Police, adding to his list of charges.
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Located at 275 Decatur Road, the winery is gearing up to host an evening brimming with lively entertainment, tantalizing nibbles, and a selection of fine wines.
Throughout today, expect mostly cloudy skies with temperatures reaching a high near 57 degrees. Light south winds will gradually increase to 5 to 10 mph by the morning. While much of the day is expected to remain dry, there is a chance of rain, particularly after 1 a.m. Friday, with temperatures dipping to around 48 degrees. The likelihood of precipitation stands at 30%.
Friday will bring continued cloud cover with a chance of rain persisting until around 1 p.m. High temperatures are forecasted to reach near 61 degrees, accompanied by a southwest wind around 9 mph, shifting to the northwest in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation increases slightly to 40% for Friday.
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Stafford County Commissioner of the Revenue Scott Mayausky delivered a comprehensive presentation to the Stafford County Board of Supervisors on Feb. 20, 2024, regarding increased property assessments.
Mayausky’s presentation, which marked his 12th time addressing the board on reassessments, aimed to shed light on the reasons behind the eye-popping surge in property assessments, which jumped 23% in two years.
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Stafford County Administrator Randall Vosburg presented the fiscal year 2025 budget to the Board of Supervisors, highlighting the county’s achievements, population growth, and budget drivers.
The total budget amount for fiscal year 2025 reached a significant milestone, surpassing one billion dollars, marking a substantial investment in the community’s needs and priorities. Vosburg outlined key areas driving the budget, including the county’s robust population growth, which has made Stafford the third fastest-growing jurisdiction in Virginia. With a population exceeding 165,100 and a median household income of approximately $128,000, Stafford County continues to experience economic prosperity and expansion.
Manassas city spokeswoman Patty Prince announced significant changes looming for commuters and aviation enthusiasts traversing the Manassas Regional Airport vicinity.
Motorists accustomed to driving Observation Road for plane-spotting or business commutes will soon encounter a detour necessitated by an impending street relocation initiative. This redirection will channel traffic away from Observation Road via a temporary access route, impacting eastbound travelers on Piper Lane and southbound commuters heading toward the Tower area.
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Positioned conveniently for drivers heading south on Route 17 at Interstate 95, the company offers both dine-in and drive-through services at this location.
A grand opening celebration is on the horizon, with a date yet to be determined, promising to feature local veteran-owned businesses, according to Allen Fabijan, company spokesman. Fabijan emphasized that this new establishment aligns with the company’s overarching mission of supporting Veterans, active-duty military, first responders, and their families.