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Fall Back: Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday

By Potomac Local News
Photo by Catherine Hughes on Unsplash

From Prince William fire and rescue:

Daylight Saving Time ends [2 a.m.] Sunday, November 3rd. As you turn your clocks back, the Prince William  County Fire and Rescue System would like to remind residents to change the battery in their smoke  alarms. When properly installed and maintained, working smoke alarms save lives and protect against  injury and loss due to fire. You double your chances of surviving a home fire with working smoke alarms  compared to homes without working smoke alarms. (Smoke Alarms Save Lives). 

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Renovations Announced at Seven Virginia State Parks, Including Westmoreland

By Potomac Local News
Camping cabin at Westmoreland State Park [Virginia State Parks]

These upgrades aim to improve facilities and enhance the guest experience, though park officials urge visitors to check specific park web pages for the most up-to-date information on closures and project timelines.

“These renovations are key to the longevity of our parks,” said Virginia State Parks Director Melissa Baker. “It takes time to upgrade the facilities and make each location more enjoyable for all guests. We look forward to sharing the upgraded cabins and campgrounds when the projects are completed.”

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Suspect Wanted for Carjacking Near Dale City

By Aya Karouane

On October 31, officers responded to a robbery investigation near Manassas involving a victim who arranged to sell his vehicle through Facebook Marketplace. The suspect brandished a firearm, demanded the victim’s phone, and drove off with the vehicle, but later returned it before fleeing on foot; all property was recovered.

Press Release from Prince William County Police:

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Manassas Park Honors Veterans with Flag Raising Ceremony

By Uriah Kiser

On Friday, November 1, at 1 p.m., Manassas Park City held its annual Veterans Flag Ceremony outside City Hall, paying tribute to the men and women serving in the United States Armed Forces.

Led by the Manassas Park Honor Guard, the event commenced with reverence and respect as the American Legion Post 10’s Color Guard presented the colors, marking the beginning of a solemn yet celebratory occasion.

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Stafford County to Host Annual Christmas Tree Lighting with a Special Visit from Santa

By Uriah Kiser
The Stafford County Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on December 2, 2022.

The holiday season is kicking off with a festive celebration as Stafford County prepares for its annual Christmas Tree Lighting event, which will take place on December 6 at the George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, located at 1300 Courthouse Road.

This year’s event promises an extra sprinkle of holiday cheer, as Santa Claus himself will make a special appearance, offering families the chance to capture memorable photos and share their Christmas wish lists. The festivities will include plenty of opportunities for photos, holiday decorations, and the chance to enjoy the beautiful illumination of the county’s Christmas tree, set against the scenic backdrop of Stafford Parks.

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New Dean Park Is Coming Along; Courts, Fields to Open March 2025

By Caitlyn Meisner
The City of Manassas shared some birds-eye view updates on the Dean Park renovations. [Courtesy of the City of Manassas via Facebook]

The new Dean Park is well on its way to completion, with the fields and courts on track to open in March 2025 following a years-long planning and renovation process.

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Stafford County Board of Supervisors Considers Additional Holidays for County Employees in 2025

By Potomac Local News
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The Stafford County Board of Supervisors will meet on November 7, 2024, to discuss proposed adjustments to the 2025 holiday calendar for county employees. County Administrator Bill Ashton recommends extending the holiday schedule to offer more paid time off for government staff, aligning with similar provisions in the Virginia state holiday calendar but with additional enhancements.

Proposed Holiday Adjustments

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Subramanyam, Clancy Battling it out for Open House Seat

By Potomac Local News

The districts most likely to shift Virginia’s current balance of power in the House of Representatives from Democratic to Republican would be District 7 or 10, according to the nonpartisan Virginia Public Access Project – but that may prove a tough feat for District 10’s Republican Mike Clancy.

Clancy is a lawyer, tech executive and “national media commentator,” according to his campaign website. He was the clear winner of the district’s Republican primary, capturing nearly 65% of the vote. But he has never been elected to state-level office before. At the same time, his competitor is Sen. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Loudoun, elected to the state Senate after two terms in its House of Delegates.

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Have You Voted Yet? Where to Vote Early Around Us

By Caitlyn Meisner
[Photo by Mikhail Nilov via Pexels]

If you don’t plan on voting early, make sure to double-check your current polling place on the Virginia Department of Elections website. On Election Day, polling places will be open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Here’s a comprehensive list of early voting locations along with ways to access sample ballots.

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