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‘Bridges’ at Riverside is southern, slow, sultry, steamy

Published October 10, 2023 at 9:38AM

Bridges of Madison County [Photo: Riverside Theater for the Performing Arts]

Never having visited the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts before, I was unsure what to expect. Theaters always conjure images of damp, dark, old, and slightly threadbare interiors, with their glory days a dim and distant past.

However, this is not the case for the Riverside Center. Its bright interior conveyed none of that, and the welcome by the staff added to the warmth of the atmosphere. In keeping with the play’s setting in the Deep South, the three-course menu complimented southern cuisine and culminated with a generous portion of fennel cake, which would not have been out of place in any county fair.

VDOT hot spots in the Fredericksburg District

By Amelia Breeden

Published October 10, 2023 at 9:24AM

I-95 in Fredericksburg. Traffic closest to the camera is southbound. [VDOT]

I-95 Southbound: Exit 148 (Quantico) to Exit 143 (Aquia/Garrisonville): Tuesday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 10 a.m. and Thursday – Friday, 9 p.m. – 6 a.m. Varying single and double lane closures with intermittent traffic stops at mile markers 148-146 for 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension construction.

City of Fredericksburg: Route 1 and Route 3: Sunday – Thursday, 8 p.m. – 5 a.m. Mobile lane closures. Travelers may encounter brief overnight delays and a temporary rough ride on Route 1 and Route 3 in the City of Fredericksburg as crews mill and pave the road and freshen lane markings. Work will be underway on Sunday through Thursday evenings, ending early Friday mornings. Work is expected to be underway through late October.

Dollar Tree desperado caught in Woodbridge

By Amelia Breeden

Published October 10, 2023 at 8:55AM

Prince William Police Department: “Armed Robberies *ARREST – On October 6, the suspect sought in connection to three separate armed robberies that were reported to have occurred across the county between September 14 and September 22, was arrested. The investigations revealed the suspect entered the Dollar Tree, located at 5275 Waterway Drive in [Montclair], and the Dollar General located at 13215 Occoquan Road in Woodbridge, where he brandished a firearm towards an employee before demanding money from the registers. The suspect fled prior to police arrival at the businesses.

Driver flown to hospital after struck by train

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 4, 2023 at 9:35AM | Updated November 25, 2024 at 1:23PM

Virginia State Police: “Virginia State Police is investigating a crash involving a train in Stafford County. The crash occurred Sunday (Oct. 1), at 8:30 p.m. at the intersection of Route 658 (Brent Point Rd) and Route 633 (Arkendale Rd).”

“A 2020 Toyota RAV4 was traveling east on Route 658 when it inadvertently turned onto a private section of train tracks. As the Toyota attempted to turn around and exit the tracks it was struck by a southbound Amtrak train. The railroad crossing arms descended as the Toyota attempted to exit the tracks.”

Train vs. car in Stafford County

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 2, 2023 at 10:08AM | Updated October 4, 2023 at 9:33AM

Virginia State Police are investigating a crash involving a car and a train.

The crash occurred about 8:30 p.m. Sunday, October 1, 2023, in the Arkendale area of Stafford County, near Widewater State Park.

Historic Manassas launches community survey

By Uriah Kiser

Published October 2, 2023 at 9:45AM

Historic Manassas Inc.: “I am pleased to announce that HMI, in partnership with Main Street America and the City’s Economic Development Department, launched a community survey yesterday to gain a better understanding of regional market trends and the community’s aspirations for Historic Downtown Manassas. The survey is confidential and takes 5-10 minutes to complete. Responses will be collected directly by Main Street America and will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our cherished Historic Downtown Manassas community, together.”

“We ask for your partnership in promoting the survey via any distribution channels you may have (i.e., general word of mouth, social media, dissemination of a promotional flyer in your store or business, etc.). If you would like some promotional flyers (which include the QR code to the survey) to distribute, please email Herbert Zepeda, HMI’s Communications & Promotions Coordinator, at [email protected].”

Travel hot spots in the Fredericksburg District

By Amelia Breeden

Published October 2, 2023 at 9:35AM

I-95 in Fredericksburg. Traffic closest to the camera is southbound. [VDOT]

City of Fredericksburg and Stafford County: Route 1 at Falmouth Bridge: Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Single lane closure on Route 1 over the Rappahannock River at Falmouth Bridge for a scheduled bridge inspection. Crews may be working along the northbound or southbound lanes at the bridge.

Spotsylvania County: Route 1: Sunday – Wednesday, 9 p.m. – 6 a.m. Alternating lane closures on Route 1 northbound and southbound for road construction between Market Street and Bakers Lane. Construction for an intersection improvement project.

Stafford deputies chase suspect across barbed wire fence

By Amelia Breeden

Published October 2, 2023 at 9:27AM

A Stafford County Sheriff's' patrol car.

Stafford County Sheriff: “A wanted Stafford man attempted to run and hide, but discovered both would not help him escape from deputies.”

“On September 24th at approximately 4:10 p.m. Sergeant B.U. Demirci and Deputy B.W. Gildea were at the Latin Market, located at 367 Warrenton Road, when they observed someone they knew to be wanted. The 21-year-old suspect was wanted for two outstanding capias charges. When the two deputies attempted to converse with the suspect, he quickly began fleeing, resulting in a foot pursuit.”

Don Jose’s Kitchen opens in Manassas

By Amelia Breeden

Published September 25, 2023 at 10:35AM

Manassas Economic Development Department: “This family-owned and operated restaurant brings Chef Jose’s Hispanic and American-inspired cuisine to life. Don Jose’s Kitchen is owned by husband and wife Jose and Maribel Tenas; the team also includes their three adult children, Yasmin, Mari, and Erik.”

“Some of their Guatemalan specialties include Churrasco (grilled beef) and Garnachas Artesanales (small, thick masa tortillas filled with marinated meat and various toppings).”

Stafford nabs Red Roof Inn runner

By Amelia Breeden

Published September 25, 2023 at 10:31AM

A Stafford County Sheriff's' patrol car.

Stafford County’s Sheriff Department: “A wanted Stafford man was arrested after a foot pursuit along Garrisonville Road yesterday afternoon. On September 21st at 4:09 p.m. deputies responded to the Red Roof Inn at 153 Garrisonville Road for a suspicious person call.”

“Based on the face tattoos, deputies believed the suspicious person could be Dorian Murphy, 25, who was wanted in both Stafford and Alexandria. Sergeant R.K. Pinkard pulled into the motel parking lot and saw Murphy dart into the wood line. A perimeter was quickly established and K-9 began a track. Deputy S.C. Martin, fresh off his apprehension of a fleeing suspect at the Courthouse, witnessed Murphy running in the area of the Aldi and the net began to close in.”