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Manassas shooting: 17-year-old shot, 15-year-old charged

Published September 20, 2023 at 8:54AM

Manassas police: “Aggravated Malicious Wounding: On September 17, 2023, at 3:56 p.m. Manassas City Police responded to the 8800 block of Lane Scott Court for a report of gunfire. When officers arrived, they began to canvas the area and located several shell casings. During the investigation, police located a 17-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound. Injuries appeared to be non-life threatening, and the victim was transported to a local area hospital for medical treatment.

“A 15-year-old male suspect was identified through the investigation and apprehended without incident. A search warrant was conducted on a residence, leading to evidence collection and a firearm.”

Overnight ramp closures continue on I-95 North Route 17 near Fredericksburg

By Amelia Breeden

Published September 20, 2023 at 8:16AM

Virginia Department of Transportation: “Overnight I-95 northbound ramp closures are scheduled for several evenings next week at exit 133 (Falmouth/Warrenton) in Stafford County.”

“Closures are needed after midnight for construction activities on two projects, the I-95 Northbound Rappahannock River Crossing and the 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension.”

Stafford announces early voting info; Polls open Friday, September 22

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 14, 2023 at 3:25PM

Stafford County Government: “Early voting in Stafford County begins on Friday, September 22, 2023. This year’s general election is on Tuesday, November 7, 2023. You may request a mail-in ballot from the General Registrar until October 27, 2023.”

“Early voting will be available at Conference Room ABC of the George L. Gordon, Jr., Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA 22554. It is available Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. from September 22, 2023, through November 3, 2023. It will also be available on two Saturdays – October 28, 2023, and November 4, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.”

Gravley named CEO of Manassas-based Didlake, Inc.

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 14, 2023 at 2:25PM

Didlake, Inc.: “Didlake, Inc., a nonprofit that connects people with disabilities to employment and community engagement opportunities, is thrilled to announce the appointment of Paul Gravley as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective October 23, 2023.”

“Gravley will bring more than 25 years of experience leading multi-million-dollar organizations across multiple nonprofit sectors to Didlake. With a proven track record of crafting vision, strategic implementation, funding, and leading organizations, Gravley is poised to lead Didlake into a new era of success.”

‘Voctave’ to perform at Hylton Performing Arts

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 13, 2023 at 2:23PM

The musical ensemble “Voctave” will perform in Manassas on Saturday, September 23, 2023.

Hylton Performing Arts Center: “This superstar vocal ensemble has amassed more than 150 million views on their videos of a cappella masterpieces; performed all over the world alongside GRAMMY, Dove, and American Music Award winners; and garnered multiple #1 songs and albums on iTunes, Amazon, and Spotify. Voctave has also ranked in the top 25 on Billboard Magazine’s charts.”

All Stafford schools achieve “fully accredited” status

By Amelia Breeden

Published September 13, 2023 at 9:28AM

Photo: Stafford County Public Schools

Stafford County Public Schools: “The Virginia Department of Education has released new School Quality Profiles for Virginia Schools. Stafford County Public Schools continues to be a national and state leader in education.”

“According to the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) State Accreditation Report, all schools in Stafford County earned the highest accreditation rating of ‘Fully Accredited’ for this school year.”

Stafford County needs more poll workers

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 12, 2023 at 1:21PM

Stafford County Government: “Stafford County is asking for residents to volunteer to assist as poll workers for the fall elections. Stafford and the rest of the country are facing a critical shortage of poll workers. In 2022, the average poll worker was 61 and older, and 16.7 percent were first-time workers. Stafford is asking citizens to consider being trained as poll workers to ensure our elections are safe, secure and accessible.”

VDOT travel hot spots in the Fredericksburg district

By Amelia Breeden

Published September 11, 2023 at 1:47PM

I-95 looking north at the Cowan Boulevard overpass in Fredericksburg.

I-95 Northbound: Exit 118 (Thornburg) to Exit 126 (Spotsylvania) Starting Monday, Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. Single northbound lane closure at mile marker 119, near the Po River bridge, for erosion repair. This lane will be closed 24 hrs. a day for up to an estimated 4 weeks.

Stafford County: Route 17 Northbound and Southbound Sunday – Friday, 8 p.m. – 7 a.m. Single lane closures near the I-95 interchange for work on overhead sign foundations. Single lane closures northbound between 7 p.m. – 6 a.m. and southbound between 8 p.m. – 7 a.m.

Manassas Young Marines seek new members

By Amelia Breeden

Published September 7, 2023 at 9:10AM

Young Marines: “The Young Marines, a national youth organization, is looking for leadership for a unit in Manassas. The Young Marines, meet at the American Legion Robert V. McMaugh Memorial Post 10 located at 9950 Cockrell Road. The unit has been active since 2002.”

“The Young Marines is a youth education and service program for boys and girls, age eight through high school graduation. The program focuses on character building, leadership, self-discipline, and promoting a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.”

Today’s weather forecast | Sponsored by Prince William Parks, Recreation & Tourism

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 6, 2023 at 9:10AM

National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “A Heat Advisory is in effect for much of the area this afternoon. Record heat is once again possible today. Drink plenty of fluids today and take plenty of breaks. Be sure to know the warning signs of heat-related illnesses.”

“Today: Sunny and hot, with a high near 100. Heat index values as high as 106. Light and variable wind becoming northeast around 6 mph in the afternoon.”