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Stafford Supervisors to Consider New Behavioral Therapy Clinic

Published January 20, 2025 at 9:08PM

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors will meet on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 5 p.m. at the County Government Center at 1300 Courthouse Road. One of the key items on the agenda is a proposal to bring a new outpatient behavioral therapy clinic to the Griffis-Widewater District.

Renaissance Healthcare Group Virginia, LLC has applied for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP24155647) to operate a hospital use within the B-2 Urban Commercial Zoning District at 125 Woodstream Blvd, Suite 401. If approved, the clinic will provide adult behavioral therapy and counseling services, with operations limited to 5,050 square feet and open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Marchers to city’s MLK Jr. Bridge determined to stay engaged in ‘continuous struggle’

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 20, 2025 at 8:58PM

Spotsylvania NAACP member Carl Pollard recites a portion of Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech. (Photos by Taft Coghill Jr.)

“Protect voting rights,” “More housing we can afford,” “Reform juvenile justice,” “Expand Medicare, Medicaid, “Strengthen gun safety” and “Support Public Schools,” were included among the crowd’s demands.

Virginians flock to D.C. for MAGA Victory Rally Head of Trump Inauguration

By Potomac Local News

Published January 20, 2025 at 3:52PM

VCU Capital News Service – Retired Falls Church handyman John Magill braved cold rain and snow, and a blocks-long line for the chance to see President Donald Trump speak at a rally ahead of his second inauguration.

Magill held a handwritten sign with the words: “TRUMP IS THE G.O.A.T.” — short for “greatest of all time.”

Dangerously Cold Weather Grips the Region Through Midweek

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 20, 2025 at 3:47PM

Get ready for some of the coldest weather this winter as Arctic air grips our area. Wind chills are expected to plunge to dangerous levels, prompting the region’s advisories.

What to Expect

Crime Roundup: Fatal Crash in Prince William, Scratch-Off Ticket Theft in Stafford

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 20, 2025 at 3:32PM | Updated January 20, 2025 at 7:24PM

Prince William County Police Briefs – January 20, 2025

Here’s the latest report from the Prince William County Police:

Busy Week for Firefighters: House Fire, Truck Blaze, and Hotel Rescue

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 20, 2025 at 12:56PM

It’s been a busy few days for area fire departments, with crews responding to several significant incidents. Here’s a recap of the latest:

Units rushed to the 13500 block of Haversack Lane in Woodbridge last night after neighbors reported a house fire. Upon arrival, crews found flames pouring from the rear of a single-family home. Fortunately, the house was unoccupied at the time, but it sustained severe damage and has been deemed unsafe by the Building Official.

Food for thought: Vindman talks bipartisanship while volunteering at area charity

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 20, 2025 at 11:48AM

Two weeks into Vindman’s two-year term, half of those cases have been closed.

That was a significant win for the office, the congressman said Friday, before he has even filed his first bill.”

From Doubts to Riches: Spotsylvania Family Celebrates $10,000 PCH Win

By Mike Salmon

Published January 20, 2025 at 10:16AM

The initial surprise at the door. [Photo: Mike Salmon]

“I saw on the Ring doorbell, a guy with a big check and flowers,” said Shelly’s daughter Vicky. They are now $10,000 richer.

Shelly entered the Publishers Clearing House a few times before and won small prizes but continued to enter their drawing. This time it paid off – hefty, $10,000. However, PCH has given away bigger prizes in the past and continues to have drawings in the millions.

History Made Again: Trump Becomes 45th and 47th U.S. President

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 19, 2025 at 9:52PM

Photo: JCCIC

Today, Monday, January 20, 2025, marks Inauguration Day in the United States. Donald J. Trump is being sworn in as the 47th President, becoming the second individual after Grover Cleveland to serve non-consecutive presidential terms.

The swearing-in ceremony is scheduled at noon, with Chief Justice John Roberts administering the oath of office. Due to severe cold weather conditions, the event will be held in the Capitol Rotunda in Washington, D.C.

Inauguration Day Weather: A Chilly Start to January 20, 2025

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 19, 2025 at 9:51PM

If you’re planning to attend outdoor festivities or events this Inauguration Day, bundle up! The National Weather Service has issued a frigid forecast for the day, with Arctic air making its presence known across the region.

The day will start mostly sunny but bitterly cold, with high temperatures struggling to reach 27 degrees. Adding to the chill, northwest winds of 13 to 18 mph will bring gusts up to 30 mph, creating wind chills in the single digits to teens east of the mountains and well below zero in higher elevations.