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Manassas Christmas parade preps, toy donations underway for children in need

Published November 15, 2022 at 8:00AM

Manassas Christmas Parade [Photo: Mike Beaty/Prince William Circuit Court Twitter]

Volunteer Prince William is also participating in the 76th Greater Manassas Christmas Parade on December 3! As we walk the parade route, we’ll accept donations of new, unwrapped toys for Untrim a Tree-it’s a fun way to enjoy parade and donate to make Christmas happen for a local child! Please email [email protected] for more information. Special thank you to our float sponsor Net Connect Inc.!

The hard-working friends at Boxes of Basics need volunteers age 18+ to help sort and organize clothing donations. Duties include packing Boxes of Basics for local children, selecting and wrapping outfits and more. You’ll get a warm feeling as you provide for children who otherwise may face this winter without warm clothing! Please call 571.338.3369 or email [email protected] for more information.

Biden pulls back on pledge to codify Roe v. Wade

By Potomac Local News

Published November 14, 2022 at 3:00PM

(The Center Square) – President Joe Biden raised eyebrows Monday telling reporters that he expects no progress on the abortion issue in the second half of his term.

“I don’t think they can expect much of anything other than we’re going to maintain our positions,” Biden said when asked by a reporter what Congress would do on abortion following the midterms. “I’m not going to get into more questions. I shouldn’t even answer your question.”

Robber pulls dinner from Pizza Hut freezer, cooks, police said

By Potomac Local News

Published November 14, 2022 at 2:20PM

Melara

The investigation revealed the accused walked into the store and past the service counter towards the kitchen area. While in the kitchen, the accused retrieved food items from the freezer and began cooking them before lifting up his shirt and revealing a knife to an employee.

The accused then took the unpaid food items and left the business. While in the parking lot, the accused brandished the knife toward another employee who attempted to confront the accused. No injuries were reported.

Quill seeks new House of Delegates District 21 seat in Haymarket, Gainesville

By Potomac Local News

Published November 14, 2022 at 12:00PM | Updated November 29, 2022 at 5:45PM

Quill

Josh Quill announced his candidacy for the Virginia House of Delegates District 21 in Western Prince William County. The new district includes Gainesville and Haymarket and is an ‘open’ seat in a district the Virginia State Supreme Court created last year as part of the state’s decennial redistricting process.

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Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center turns 50

By Potomac Local News

Published November 14, 2022 at 11:00AM

A view of Potomac Hospital in 1972, which is now Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center in Woodbridge is celebrating 50 years of serving Eastern Prince William County and surrounding areas.

The hospital opened as Potomac Hospital and operated under the name until 2012. Dr. Carol Shapiro recalls being part of the hospital’s opening day ceremonies on November 7, 1972.

Historic Manassas, Inc. seeks new executive director

By Potomac Local News

Published November 14, 2022 at 10:00AM

Downtown Manassas

Historic Manassas, Inc. has initiated a search for a new Executive Director following the resignation of the long-time director Debbie Haight.

“We are pleased to announce the start of our search process,” stated Mark Olsen, Chairman of the Board of Directors. “Coming out of Covid, the work that HMI does to promote the downtown and support our small businesses is more important than ever. We are seeking a highly energetic and creative individual with a passion for main street. As one of the most established of Virginia’s Main Street organizations, we expect this position to attract a great deal of interest.”

Dumfries homicide victim identified as 44-year-old man

By Potomac Local News

Published November 14, 2022 at 9:28AM | Updated November 17, 2022 at 11:59AM

Detectives have identified the man found, shot, and killed in a vehicle in the area of Morgan Court and Old Triangle Road in Dumfries on Saturday, November 12.

Demetrious Levar Graham, 44, of Woodbridge, was found by police shortly after 5:30 a.m. in the driver’s seat of a vehicle after receiving multiple calls of shots fired in the area.

Daycare center files for permit to open in Dumfries

By Potomac Local News

Published November 14, 2022 at 9:00AM

Liberty Village on Main Street in Dumfries

The Dumfries Town Council will decide whether or not to allow a daycare center to operate in a shopping center on Main Street.

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Warrior challenge course, historic jail renovations net county awards

By Potomac Local News

Published November 14, 2022 at 8:00AM

Quantico Marine Corps Base and Prince William County officials cut the ribbon for the opening of the Warrior Challenge Course at Locust Shade Park in July 2021. [Photo: Quantico Marine Corps Base]

The award from the Virginia Recreation and Park Society recognized the county for its Locust Shade Warrior Challenge Course, giving it the Best New Renovation/Addition (Parks, Playgrounds, Blueways, Greenways or Trails).

“We’re proud to have created the Warrior Challenge Course as it brings a unique experience to the local community that also positively impacts the quality of life for those living both on and off the base,” says Amir Wenrich, parks department spokesman.