I-95 Southbound: Exit 143 (Aquia/Garrisonville) to Exit 140 (Courthouse Road) Friday – Saturday, 10 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. Construction for 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension at mile markers 142–140. Single lane closure.
Stafford County: Route 17 Northbound and Southbound: Sunday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 7 a.m. Guardrail repair at multiple locations along Route 17 northbound and southbound in Stafford. Mobile work. Single lane closures.
Stafford County Sheriff’s Department: “ASSAULT: Ferry Road, 8/4, 1:51 a.m. Deputy S.A. Fulford responded to a disturbance. When he arrived at the residence, he discovered an assault had occurred. An alcohol involved get together spiraled out of control when one of the females got rather unruly and assaulted and bit the victim. She was arrested for assault and battery and held at Rappahannock Regional Jail on a $2,000 secured bond.”
“BURGLARY: D&Z Vape Tobacco, 8/4, 4:12 a.m. Staff advised they were in the back of the store when they observed an unexpected visitor. A rock was used to break the glass door. When the suspect fled the area, much like Hansel and Gretel, they left behind a trail of stolen vapes that led to Juggins Road. Deputy R.J. Kemp is investigating.”
National Weather Service: “Drying out & turning breezy today with lowering humidity as high pressure builds into the region. Highs will range from the 70s over the mountains to mid 80s out east. Lows tonight will fall into the 60s. Staying dry Wednesday with storm chances late week”
“Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 87. Northwest wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.”
“LARCENY: Extra Space Storage, 2795 Richmond Highway, 8/2, 11:18 a.m. Sergeant K.P. Lytle responded to a larceny. The victim advised her storage unit was unlawfully entered and multiple items were stolen. Sergeant Lytle is investigating.”
“PUBLIC INTOXICATION: Sheetz, 10 Washington Square Plaza, 8/2, 10:32 p.m. Deputy S.A. Fulford responded to a disturbance. The caller advised there was a vomit covered male passed out in a vehicle. When Deputy Fulford arrived, he made contact with the male who had multiple signs of being intoxicated. He was arrested for public intoxication and held at Rappahannock Regional jail until sober.
National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Drizzle to light rain along/east of I-95 continues through late morning. Clouds stick around for a good portion of the day. A few storms possible late this evening in northeast MD, some of which could be strong. Drier conditions this weekend. ”
“Today: Patchy drizzle with a slight chance of showers before 11am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. South wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.”
Virginia Department of Conservation & Recreation: “Widewater State Park has a new motorboat ramp with direct access to the Potomac River. The boat ramp provides direct access to the Potomac River-Mallows Bay National Marine Sanctuary.”
“The new launch area opened on Monday, July 10, and boasts 50 boat trailer parking spots, 14 single vehicle parking spaces and restrooms. A well, fully automated gate and contact station were also included in the construction.”
Fredericksburg Nationals: “The Nats jumped on the Red Sox early and picked up a 7-1 victory over Salem.”
“After Erik Tolman breezed through the first, Elijah Nunez, Andrew Pinckney, and Yohandy Morales all singled to load the bases with nobody out. Leandro Emilini then lifted a fly ball into right, deep enough for Nunez to score on a sacrifice fly to take a 1-0 lead.”
Manassas City Police Department: “Shots Fired: On August 1, 2023, at 10:00 p.m., Manassas City Police responded to the 9300 block of Taney Road for a shooting. Officers arrived on the scene and located a victim of an apparent gunshot wound. Officers began life-saving measures and summoned rescue personnel. The victim was airlifted to a local area hospital for further treatment. An extensive investigation was launched in coordination with local law enforcement K9 officers. Officers were able to identify and locate the suspect. The juvenile suspect was apprehended and a Detention Order was served. The investigation is active and ongoing. If anyone has information regarding the above incidents, please contact the Manassas City Police Department at 703-257-8000.”
“Shots Fired: On August 1, 2023, at 6:55 p.m. Manassas City Police responded to the area of Taney Road and Hood Road with a report of gunfire.When officers arrived, they began to canvas the area and located several shell casings. Two vehicles and a residence were struck. Officers were unable to locate any injured person for this incident. The investigation is active and ongoing.”
National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Showers and a few isolated thunderstorms will be possible throughout the day, especially west of the metropolitan areas. Best precip chances will be across central VA along with better chances for thunderstorms across the eastern WV panhandle and western MD.”
“Today: Isolated showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 4pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 85. South wind 9 to 11 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.”
