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Lynchburg rallies late to take series finale from FredNats

By Potomac Local News
FredNats outfielder Jeremy Ydens [Photo: FredNats]

The Lynchburg Hillcats scored two runs in the top of the 9th inning to rally and beat the FredNats 6-4 in the series finale at Virginia Credit Union Stadium. Jacob Young had two hits and two RBIs, T.J. White had an RBI triple, and the FredNats still take five out of seven games in the series from the Hillcats.

Lynchburg scored the first two runs of the game in the 5th off FredNat starter Bryan Caceres after a home run and two doubles. Overall, Caceres had a good day, pitching five innings and allowing five hits, two earned runs and he struck out three.

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Publisher’s Notes: Politics killed the Washington Commanders deal

By Potomac Local News

A new Commanders football stadium in Virginia seemed like a sure thing last month. Today, a public-private deal to build a stadium and practice facility in the commonwealth is all but dead.

As you know, the Horner Road Commuter Lot in Woodbridge is one of the sites considered for a stadium and practice facility. Some local leaders salivated over the prospect of $24 billion in economic impact for the county, while others fear the crime and traffic a new stadium complex would bring.

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Virginia lawmakers won’t push through new Commanders stadium incentives this year

By Potomac Local News

The Virginia Legislature won’t be committing public funds to a new Washington Commanders Stadium in Woodbridge this year.

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Leadership change at Quantico Marine Corps Systems Command

By Potomac Local News
U.S. Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Arthur J. Pasagian passes the Marine Corps flag to Brig. Gen. David C. Walsh signifying the change of command at Marine Corps Systems Command during a June 9 ceremony, which was held at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia. MCSC Sergeant Major Allen B. Goodyear salutes the two generals [U.S. Marine Corps photo by Tyler Mann]

The event drew dozens of friends, family, and Marines to honor both Pasagian and Walsh for their years of service. Lieutenant General Karsten S. Heckl, commanding general, Marine Corps Combat Development Command, and the Deputy Commandant for Combat Development and Integration, provided opening remarks.

“The accomplishments at Marine Corps Systems Command during your tenure are a direct reflection of your outstanding leadership,” said Lt. Gen. Heckl. “I know firsthand how much effort you put into ensuring our command is on track with our Marines. You had the intelligence and communication capabilities needed to make an expeditionary force. You were undoubtedly the right Marine at the right time to lead this demand.”

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Stafford runway extension to be complete by September

By Rick Horner
Stafford Regional Airport Terminal [Photo: Rick Horner]

The runway extension for the Stafford County Regional Airport is slated to be completed by September 2022 according to airport director James Stover.

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CASA rep calls Prince William Sups racist, org awarded $2 million 

By Uriah Kiser
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A woman who regularly represents CASA, a group that supports Hispanic immigrants in the U.S. and eliminating federal border patrols, called Yesli Vega — the first and only Hispanic elected to the Prince William Board of County Supervisors, a racist.

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North Stafford principal tapped to lead Orange County Public Schools

By Potomac Local News
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Dr. Daniel Hornick has been selected as the new Superintendent of Orange County Public Schools, effective July 1, 2022. Hornick has led the team of North Stafford High School as principal for five years.

“I am humbled and grateful for this opportunity, and thank the family at North Nation for their steadfast support over the past several years,” said Hornick. “The educators, students, and families I have worked with are exceptional, and I have great respect for this incredible team.”

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