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RAV4 driver eludes police, prompts pursuit

Published November 17, 2023 at 5:05AM

A Stafford County Sheriff's' patrol car.

Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “On November 14 at 11:59 p.m. Deputy C.R. Newman observed a Toyota RAV4 traveling 61 mph in the posted 45 mph zone on Richmond Highway near Centreport Parkway. He attempted a traffic stop, but the driver refused to yield and initiated a pursuit.”

“The chase continued northbound on Richmond Highway at speeds up to 63 mph. As other deputies arrived to assist in the area of Hospital Center Boulevard, Deputy Newman performed a textbook pursuit immobilization technique, or PIT, by placing his front passenger quarter panel against the driver’s side rear quarter panel of the Toyota. The PIT caused the Toyota to spin out, while Sergeant J.W. Hutcheson and Deputy S.M. Eastman moved in to seal off any escape routes.”

Stafford to consider giving residents more time to pay personal property tax bills

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 17, 2023 at 5:00AM

Stafford County Government: “Due to the financial uncertainty concerning the delayed adoption of the federal budget and the effects this may have on the residents of Stafford County, the Board of Supervisors adopted on October 17, 2023, an Emergency Ordinance EO23-01 to temporarily lower penalties to zero for the Personal Property tax payments due December 5. This will allow taxpayers more time to pay their Personal Property tax bills. Please note that the Board desires to extend zero penalty through January 5, 2023.”

“However, another emergency ordinance must be brought to the Board of Supervisors for approval at the December 12, 2023 meeting.”

VDOT suspends road work for Thanksgiving; Fredericksburg-area traffic crunch expected

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 16, 2023 at 1:20PM | Updated November 20, 2023 at 6:29AM

VDOT: “To make Thanksgiving travel more enjoyable and, most importantly, safe, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) will be suspending many highway work zones and lifting most lane closures on interstates and other major roads in Virginia from noon on Wednesday, Nov. 22 until noon on Monday, Nov. 27.”

While lane closures will be lifted in most locations, motorists may encounter semi-permanent work zones that remain in place during this time. Check VDOT’s Weekly Lane Closures and Travel Advisories for the latest travel alerts in your area and around the state.

OmniRide Thanksgiving bus schedule

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 16, 2023 at 11:26AM | Updated November 20, 2023 at 6:06AM

OnniRide: “In observance of Thanksgiving, OmniRide buses will operate as follows:

Opening of I-95 north local lanes over Rappahannock postponed until Friday

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 16, 2023 at 6:38AM

[Photo: VDOT]

“Additional time is needed Thursday evening and early Friday morning to finish paving the new connection between the Route 3 on-ramp and the new local lanes of I-95 northbound. A piece of paving equipment experienced mechanical issues, slowing construction overnight.”

“The I-95 northbound local lanes will open for entering Route 3 traffic by 4:30 a.m. Friday.”

Bob & Edith’s Diner to open in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 16, 2023 at 6:34AM

Bob & Edith’s Diner: “Bob & Edith’s Diner is Expanding to Manassas, VA! Get ready, Manassas! We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of our 7th diner located in the Manassas Corner Shopping Center, by the end of 2023!”

“Stay connected with us on social media to be the first to know the exact opening date, special offers, and more. We can’t wait to join the vibrant Manassas community and serve you the delicious, classic diner food that Bob & Edith’s Diner is known for.”

Eugene Vindman, Army vet who drew Trump’s ire, seeks to replace Spanberger in Congress, representing Prince William, Stafford

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 16, 2023 at 6:24AM

Yevgeny “Eugene” Vindman

Military Times: “Yevgeny “Eugene” Vindman, one of the twin Army officers targeted by former President Donald Trump for their roles in his impeachment scandal, is launching a Democratic congressional bid that could put him on the same ballot as the former commander-in-chief.”

“In an interview with Military Times, the 48-year old retired Army colonel said he’s ready for that fight.”

Board of Education approves lab schools at Germanna Community College, University of Mary Washington

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 15, 2023 at 4:13PM

Virginia Governor’s Office: “The Virginia Board of Education today approved two new lab schools, Germanna Community College’s Future Educators Academy and University of Mary Washington’s Academy of Technology and Innovation. With three approved lab schools among 20 lab school applicants across the Commonwealth, Virginia is becoming a top national leader in lab school development.”

“The Board unanimously approved of Germanna Community College’s Future Educators Academy. FEA is an innovative model in collaboration with Germanna Community College, Laurel Ridge Community College, and James Madison University focused on an acceleration track for the next generation of high-quality teachers in the region. This lab school reinvigorates the current teacher cadre with innovative opportunities through observations and hands-on practicums and streamlines the pathway to teacher licensure by prioritizing an associate’s degree in high school and allowing students to complete their Bachelor’s degree in as little as two years after high school graduation.”

Stafford government offices closed for Thanksgiving

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 15, 2023 at 1:14PM | Updated November 20, 2023 at 6:06AM

Stafford County Government: “Stafford offices, departments, facilities, and all courts will be closed Wednesday, November 22, Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24, 2023, for the Thanksgiving holiday.”

“Both locations of the residential and commercial services of the R-Board/Regional Landfill (Eskimo Hill and Belman Road) will remain open on November 22 and 24. Both locations will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 23.”

95/395 Express Lanes closing early to test new entries in Stafford, Woodbridge

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 15, 2023 at 12:30PM

“From the 14th Street Bridge to the terminus near Route 17, Transurban will be conducting tests ahead of the planned opening of new access points at Russell Road and Courthouse Road in Stafford County, as well as the new Opitz Boulevard ramp that will replace the Dale Boulevard ramp in Prince William County.”

“More tests will be conducted on December 1-2, 2023, beginning at or about 10 p.m. and ending at or about 5 a.m. each instance.”