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Thanksgiving school closures

Published November 20, 2023 at 6:17AM | Updated August 13, 2024 at 6:25PM

Prince William County Public Schools: “There is no school for students on Wednesday, November 22. All PWCS schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24 in observance of Thanksgiving.”

Stafford County Public Schools: “Thanksgiving Break begins on Wednesday, November 22. If you or someone you know might be experiencing food insecurity over break, please visit our website at http://staffordschools.net to access a list of local food assistance organizations in Stafford County.”

Olde Towne Inn demolished

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 20, 2023 at 5:08AM | Updated November 20, 2023 at 5:44AM

Old Towne Inn demolished [Photo: Manassas City Councilwoman Sonia Vasquez Luna]

There’s now an empty city block where a downtown motel once sat.

According to photos posted by Manassas City Councilwoman Sonia Vasquez Luna, the Old Towne Inn is no more.

Unsettled weather is likely leading up to Thanksgiving

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 20, 2023 at 4:58AM | Updated November 20, 2023 at 12:36PM

National Weather Service: “Unsettled weather is likely during the days leading up to Thanksgiving across the eastern U.S., with snow potential entering the central/northern Rockies around the holiday.”

For our area:

Uniquely Stafford art show rescheduled

By Amelia Breeden

Published November 20, 2023 at 4:50AM

Central Rappahannock Regional Library: “Central Rappahannock Regional Library’s Uniquely Stafford Art Show at Porter Branch has been rescheduled.”

“Show dates: January 17-March 15. Submissions accepted online: January 2-6. Opening reception: Thursday, January 18, 6:00-7:30 p.m.”

Manassas theater renamed in honor of Wind River Chimes

By Amelia Breeden

Published November 20, 2023 at 4:39AM

ARTfactory Wind River Theater

ARTfactory: “The ARTfactory is to announce the renaming of their theater to the Wind River Theater. The theater, which is located on the third floor of the ARTfactory, is the home to ARTfactory’s Rooftop Productions, Pied Piper Theatre, and Primetime Players. The space is also used for local community events, corporate gatherings, and rentals.”

The ARTfactory can be found at 9419 Battle Street in Manassas.

Announcement: Fall Membership Sale is Friday, Nov. 24, through Friday, Dec. 1, 2023

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 19, 2023 at 1:53PM | Updated November 21, 2023 at 9:17AM

Potomac Local Founder and Publisher Uriah Kiser flying over the Stafford Airport for a story about a community airshow.

Potomac Local News Fall Membership Sale is Friday, November 24, through Friday, December 1, 2023. You can purchase an Annual Membership for only $108 during this time.

You’ll save over $100 during this sale by purchasing an Annual Membership vs. a Quarterly Membership sold all other times of the year.

Enhanced fire danger today

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 19, 2023 at 12:19PM

National Weather Service: “Low humidities in the 20 to 30 percent range, combined with the drought conditions, will lead to an increase in fire danger today, despite the light winds.”

“You are urged to exercise caution if handling open flames or equipment that creates sparks. Also, dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and other flammable items in appropriate containers. Keep vehicles off of dry grass and obey local burn bans. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly.”

I-95/395 E-ZPass Express Lanes Thanksgiving schedule

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 18, 2023 at 11:24AM | Updated November 19, 2023 at 9:58AM

Transurban: “For the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, the 95/395 Express Lanes reversal will follow a holiday schedule to accommodate anticipated busy travel days:”

Wednesday, Nov 22, 2023

Manassas Park gov’t offices closing Wednesday; Community center has modified hours for Thanksgiving holiday

By Amelia Breeden

Published November 18, 2023 at 10:48AM | Updated November 20, 2023 at 6:30AM

Manassas Park Government: “Please note the following City closures in observance of Thanksgiving.”

Rosie’s loses its bet on Manassas Park

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 18, 2023 at 10:38AM | Updated November 19, 2023 at 9:59AM

Prince William Times: ‘Manassas Park voters handily rejected a ballot measure that would have allowed a new Rosie’s Gaming Emporium to open in their independent city, a result officials said was likely the result of a distaste for gambling as well as possible confusion over ballot wording using the phrase “pari-mutuel” wagering.”

“Churchill Downs Incorporated, which owns Rosie’s, had hoped to open a gaming parlor in the Manassas Park Shopping Center similar to the one in Dumfries. Rosie’s offers slot-like betting machines that are based on historical horse races. Pari-mutuel betting creates a pool of winnings based on the money wagered.”