“This Afternoon: Scattered showers and thunderstorms before 2pm, then isolated showers between 2pm and 3pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 86. South wind 8 to 11 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.”
“Tonight: A chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 3am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.”
Stafford County Government: “Stafford County has launched a new Neighborhood Services program to assist residents better. The program acts as a liaison between neighborhoods and Stafford County, helping better assist and assess neighborhood issues. It is like a personal concierge service for neighborhoods.”
“The Neighborhood Services program’s ultimate goal is to form partnerships with neighborhoods, providing them with the resources and knowledge they need for a thriving community. The program also seeks to actively engage neighborhoods to participate in all aspects of improving their communities.”
National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Near to slightly below normal temperatures and lower humidity will continue today. The daytime will likely remain dry, but clouds may begin to increase this afternoon.”
“Today: Sunny, with a high near 84. Calm wind becoming southeast around 5 mph in the afternoon.”
Press Release: “Chipotle Mexican Grill is opening a new location in Fredericksburg on Tuesday, August 22, 2023. The restaurant will feature the brand’s signature Chipotlane, a drive-thru pickup lane that allows guests to conveniently pick up digital orders without leaving their cars.”
“The new restaurant marks the first Chipotlane in Fredericksburg. It will be located at 5621 Plank Road, Fredericksburg. Hours: open every day 10:45 a.m.- 10 p.m.”
National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Seasonable temperatures along with lower humidity will arrive today as a cold front departs to the south. Skies will be partly to mostly sunny.”
“Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. North wind around 10 mph.”
The Center Square: “Virginia’s long-awaited Interstate 95 express lanes were ceremonially opened during a ribbon-cutting led by political and transportation leaders, including Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Sen. Tim Kaine, who touted the project as a time-saver and economic boost to the region.”
“The 10 miles of new lanes, privately funded through Transurban in partnership with the Virginia Department of Transportation, will complete the stretch through Stafford County – notorious for being one of the nation’s worst spots for traffic congestion. Ground was broken in 2019. The new lanes in the major corridor serving north-south travelers between Maine and Florida are estimated to reduce commuting time between Fredericksburg and Washington by 35 minutes.”
Manassas police: “Pedestrian Struck by Train — On August 18, 2023, at 10:54 p.m., Manassas City Police responded to the area of the train crossing on West Street. When officers arrived, they located a 25-year-old male on the train tracks. Rescue was summoned and declared the male deceased. The initial investigation located several witnesses that said that the male subject attempted to jump onto a moving train and fell under it. The investigation is active and ongoing.”
I-95 Southbound: Exit 148 (Quantico) Monday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 10 a.m. Single and double lane closures with intermittent full stops at mile markers 148–146 as construction continues for 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension.
I-95 Northbound: Exit 110 (Ladysmith) Sunday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Alternating lane closures for paving work at mile markers 111–112, near the Ladysmith interchange.
The visual exhibit will be featured at the Manassas Regional Airport from Aug. 22-27: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
“The free RISE ABOVE Traveling Exhibit features a fully functional mobile theater that shows two original short films telling the story of the Tuskegee Airmen and the WASP, and the obstacles they both overcame to be able to serve their country during WWII.”
