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Judge Dismisses Murder Case Against Latoya Crabbe, Orders Her Release; More Charges Expected

By Alan Gloss
Latoya Crabbe shares an embrace with her three children ages 5, 4 and 2. (Photo by Alan Gloss)

A judge ordered the release of Latoya Crabbe from jail after dismissing a second-degree murder charge against her, citing repeated missed deadlines by the prosecution.

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Galvin’s Deli: A Little NYC, A Little Speakeasy, and A Lot of Flavor Coming to Fredericksburg

By Kelly Sienkowski
Galvin's Deli

A taste of New York City mixed with a little Prohibition inspiration: Galvin’s Deli will open soon at 216 William Street.

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Developer Seeks Changes as Costs Rise for The Mill at Occoquan Project

By Uriah Kiser
A rendering of the "Mill at Occoquan" presented in 2019.

The long-awaited Mill at Occoquan development faces financial hurdles. The project’s developer, Kevin Sills, is reaching out to the town council to discuss potential changes in the project’s scope.

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Stafford Pushes for Western Road Network as Tensions Rise Over Regional Bridge Plans

By Uriah Kiser
Interstate 95 over the Rappahannock River. [VDOT]

As Stafford County leaders push forward with plans for a Western Road Network to relieve congestion west of Interstate 95, tensions continue to rise over the future of a proposed Rappahannock River crossing.

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Supervisor Vega Issues Directive to Widen Route 28 Following Route 28 Bypass Cancellation

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William County Supervisor Yesli Vega has issued a directive to widen Route 28 from four to six lanes between the Manassas City Line and the Fairfax County Line, marking a significant shift in the county’s approach to alleviating traffic congestion.

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UVA Prince William Medical Center Introduces State-of-the-Art MRI, Enhancing Diagnostic Care

By Uriah Kiser
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Residents of Prince William County and surrounding areas now have access to the latest in medical imaging technology, thanks to a major investment by UVA Prince William Medical Center.

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Pr. William Commonwealth’s Attorney Ordered to Pay $22K for FOIA Violation

By Alan Gloss
Prince William County Commonwealth Attorney Amy Ashworth (Photo: Mike Beaty)

The Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office has been ordered to pay a $22,250 sanction for violating Virginia’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

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Stafford County School Board Approves $503M FY2026 Budget

By Uriah Kiser
Stafford County School Board members pose with division employees in honor of School Board Clerk Appreciation Week. [Photo: Stafford County Public Schools Facebook page]

In a unanimous vote, the Stafford County School Board approved a $503.1 million budget request for Fiscal Year 2026 following a lengthy discussion and public hearing that brought passionate testimony from teachers, parents, and community members.

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Fredericksburg Approves Technology Overlay District, Paving the Way for Data Centers

By Uriah Kiser
Fredericksburg City Hall

The Fredericksburg City Council voted 7-0 on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, to approve the Technology Overlay District (TOD), paving the way for data centers in Celebrate Virginia South.

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