National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Dry conditions & below normal humidity for mid-July today, becoming hotter & more humid Thursday into the weekend. Showers/thunderstorms return to the forecast Thursday into Thursday night, with continuing daily storm chances through the weekend.”
“Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Calm wind becoming south around 6 mph in the afternoon.”
“The car continued moving, so police drove to the Route 90 bridge to make sure that it would not become disabled on the bridge, as one tire was deflated. Though the bridge is marked with signs that prohibit pedestrians, police said four people got out of the car and threw a bag over the edge into the bay below. A different driver continued on Route 90.”
“The group of people on the bridge included a 16-year-old and 17-year-old from Lorton, Va., another 17-year-old from Alexandria, Va., and 19-year-old Ibrahim Kanu from Woodbridge, Va. Police said Kanu threw the bag and had a loaded handgun on him when they searched the group.”
Virignia Railway Express: “Due to this morning’s incident involving an Amtrak train just south of Union Station, VRE service will continue to be impacted tomorrow. Train traffic is still suspended going into and out of Union Station, and we still are unable to retrieve our train equipment from the coachyard north of Union Station. This evening, we used the five train sets that had not entered the coachyard this morning to run as much service as possible. We plan to do the same for Wednesday, July 12 tomorrow morning.”
“Please note that trains will not be able to enter Union Station tomorrow morning, so they will terminate at the L’Enfant Station. We plan to run ONLY the following trains to the L’Enfant Station tomorrow morning:”
Stafford County Economic Development: “Process Over Prize Academy, a dynamic and innovative martial arts academy, is thrilled to announce its grand opening in Stafford with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony that was held on Saturday, July 8, 2023, at the business storefront located at 11 Hope Road, Suite 207 Stafford.”
“We are thrilled to bring Process Over Prize Academy to the Stafford community,” said Martin Thomas, Owner and visionary behind the academy. “Our goal is to create a positive and inclusive space where individuals can develop their skills, enhance their fitness, and gain the confidence to overcome challenges both on and off the mats. We believe that Jiu-jitsu has the power to transform lives, and we are excited to embark on this journey with our students.”
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“Update: Fredericksburg trains 301, 303 and 305 and 315 will NOT operate.”
Washington, D.C. Fire and EMS: “Amtrak derailment in tunnel at entrance to Union Station. Initial report minor in nature & no reported injuries. Fire units are working to reach the train, which is occupied.”
Press Release: “Sylvan Learning Center is excited to announce its school supply drive to support the children and families within the local community.”
“The drive will take place during the month of July and all donations will be used to help students in the Stafford community.
George Washington Regional Commission: “During its meeting on June 26, 2023, the George Washington Regional Commission elected officers for Fiscal Year 2023-2024, which began July 1.”
By unanimous approval, the officers elected were:
Virginia Railway Express: “Pressure washing of the Manassas parking garage interior and exterior is scheduled for this weekend, July 15-16.”
“The garage will be closed. Vehicles should not be left in the garage this weekend. Remaining vehicles will be relocated within the garage as necessary.”
Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative: “Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC) awarded $1,500 scholarships to 14 area high school seniors in May. An independent panel of judges evaluated applicants on their academic records, community involvement, work experience, demonstrated leadership, recommendations, and essays.”
“Judges also recognized Alexis Francis, of Prince William County, as the most outstanding student among the group of recipients. She received an additional $1,500 as the winner of the J. Manley Garber Scholarship, named for the late NOVEC Board of Directors chairman. Francis plans to attend Bridgewater College in Bridgewater, Virginia.”
