Mar 11, 2025


Original Reporting

As Stafford County prepares its budget for the upcoming fiscal year, officials and citizens alike are raising concerns over the mounting financial burden of a state-mandated tax exemption for disabled...

Original Reporting

The Haymarket Town Council has deferred a decision on a special use permit (SUP) application for the proposed Islamic Center at 14600 Washington Street, opting to continue discussions at a...

Original Reporting

Welcome to a new Potomac Local News series, “Meet Prince William.” We’ve started this series so Prince William County residents can get to know the important people working behind the...

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Entrepreneurs, non-profit directors, business leaders, ministers, life coaches, and more: Fredericksburg’s Most Influential Women Awards will once again recognize women who have made meaningful and lasting impacts on their communities. 


Community

Art enthusiasts will have a chance to experience diverse creative works at the 74th Annual Fredericksburg Fine Arts Show & Sale, from March 14 to March 16 at the Dorothy...

Community

Yard waste collection in Prince William County will resume in March and continue through December. Residents will receive weekly curbside pickup separate from trash and recycling.

Community

Stafford deputies responded to a mass overdose where five people collapsed at a party, leading to a drug arrest. A wanted fugitive surrendered after an hour-long barricade, and a convenience...

Community

Fredericksburg is set to enhance public safety by acquiring a vehicle barrier system to protect attendees at outdoor events from potential vehicle-borne attacks.

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Community

VDOT Announces Road Work in Stafford, Fredericksburg, and Spotsylvania for March 9-15

Original Reporting

Five years after its debut, the Diverging Diamond Interchange (DDI) at Exit 140 on Interstate 95 in Stafford County has reshaped traffic patterns, boosted capacity, and contributed to regional growth.

Community

Construction has begun on the Wellington Road Shared Use Path, a long-awaited project aimed at closing a crucial gap in the city’s pedestrian and bicycle network.


Community Post

Looking to engage with the community and share something fun? Here are some great ideas for posts that can help your business stand out: Birthdays & Anniversaries: Celebrate company milestones...


Pets

Are you looking for a new furry companion? The Manassas Animal Adoption Center has loving pets in need of forever homes!


Weekend Event

Prince William Little Theatre presents The Secret Garden! This timeless tale of hope and transformation comes to life in March at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas, VA. With...


Obituaries

In loving memory of Dr. Pamela Kaye Gauch, who passed away in 2025 at the age of 80.

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