Fredericksburg

Walker-Grant Middle Wins $5K Grant to Expand Library Collection

By Potomac Local News

The Fredericksburg school was chosen from applicants in 38 states to receive part of more than $1 million awarded this year. The funds will allow Walker-Grant Middle School to enhance its library offerings by purchasing new graphic novels, books in multiple languages, and updating its collection of essays.

The Laura Bush Foundation focuses on helping school libraries with the greatest need and aims to cultivate a love of reading among students. Since its launch in 2002, the foundation has provided $23 million in funding to more than 4,000 schools across the country.

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Fredericksburg

Two Routes Rise to the Top for New Rappahannock River Bridge, Say FAMPO Planners

By Potomac Local News
Interstate 95 over the Rappahannock River. [VDOT]

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – Two potential river crossing corridors have emerged as frontrunners in the effort to ease regional congestion and strengthen north-south connectivity across the Rappahannock River, according to FAMPO staff recommendations presented Monday, May 19.

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Prince William

Leaf & Petal Reopens in Historic Downtown Space

By Potomac Local News

OCCOQUAN, Va. – Leaf & Petal is welcoming customers to its new location at 204 Washington Street after celebrating a grand re-opening on Friday, May 23, 2025. 🌿

The shop has moved just around the corner from its former home at 201 Union Street, affectionately described as a “sweet little shop.” The new space carries a bit of local history — it’s where Ogle Harris began selling ice cream and later opened the Ogle Harris & Son grocery store in the early 1900s.

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Event

American Drengr Krav Maga Trunk or Treat Bash

American Drengr Krav Maga

10079 Market Circle

Manassas, Virginia 20112

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Join us for an awesome Trunk or Treat at the most popular self-defense school in Manassas, at American Drengr Krav Maga, on October 24, 2025 from 6-8 PM. We are located at 10079 Market Circle, Hastings Marketplace in Manassas

Indoor games, creative trunks, great costumes, contests, raffles, and candy!

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Prince William

Prince William County Begins Mosquito Trapping for the Season

By Potomac Local News

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – Mosquito monitoring is officially underway as the summer season kicks off. 🦟

The county’s Department of Public Works, through its Mosquito and Forest Pest Management Branch, has started trapping mosquitoes across Prince William County to track populations and guide targeted control efforts. The program aims to limit the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses like West Nile Virus and Zika, which are transmitted through bites from infected mosquitoes.

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Prince William

Record-Breaking GOP Dinner Followed by Vega’s $100K PAC Launch

By Potomac Local News
Coles District Supervisor Yesli Vega highlights Republican leadership diversity and her historic election win during her speech at the Lincoln Reagan Dinner. [Photo: Alan Gloss]

WOODBRIDGE, Va. – The Prince William County Republican Committee’s annual Lincoln-Reagan Dinner on May 3, 2025, shattered records for both attendance and fundraising, pulling in $70,000 and netting over $40,000. According to a press release, held near Manassas, the sold-out event drew strong support from the local business community and showcased the party’s growing diversity.

Lieutenant Governor and Republican gubernatorial candidate Winsome Earle Sears headlined the evening alongside Heritage Foundation President Kevin Roberts. Prince William County Supervisor Yesli Vega also addressed the crowd, praising the diverse turnout and emphasizing the party’s evolving makeup. “The diversity of the attendees demonstrates the growth of the modern Republican party in this county and the country,” said PWCRC Chairman Jacob Alderman.

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Prince William

Powell’s Creek Restoration Wraps Up in Prince William

By Potomac Local News

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – The county’s largest stream restoration project at Powell’s Creek is now complete, marking a big step in protecting local waterways.

The restoration spans nearly a mile behind the Montclair and Four Seasons communities and includes stabilizing eroded streambanks, rerouting the creek, and planting native vegetation to improve water quality. In a Facebook post, the county shared that staff from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality recently toured the site, which is part of a broader initiative to meet Chesapeake Bay cleanup goals.

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News

Police Blotter: Armed robbery arrest in Woodbridge, domestic strangulation charge in Manassas, attempted robbery at Potomac Mills, and DUI with children in vehicle

By Potomac Local News

An arrest has been made in an armed robbery case in Woodbridge, while a Manassas man faces charges for allegedly strangling a woman during a domestic dispute. Meanwhile, police are investigating an attempted robbery at Potomac Mills and have charged a woman with DUI and child neglect after finding three children in her vehicle.

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Pets

Meet Zozo: This Happy-Go-Lucky Pup Wants to Be Your New Best Friend

By Potomac Local News

Zozo, a neutered male dog estimated to be 3–5 years old, is ready to meet his forever family at the Prince William County Animal Services Center.

This playful, friendly pup is always up for an adventure. Zozo is a happy-go-lucky boy who loves to explore, make new friends, and share his signature kisses. He’s smart, treat-motivated, and thrives on companionship and fun. Whether it’s playtime in the yard or a walk around the park, Zozo is all in.

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Quantico

Heads Up: Quantico’s About to Get Loud with Live-Fire Drills This Week

By Potomac Local News

QUANTICO, Va. – Expect some noise this week if you live near Marine Corps Base Quantico, as a series of intensive live-fire training events are set to begin Tuesday, May 28, and run through Thursday, June 6.

According to a notice from Marine Corps Base Quantico, the exercises will kick off with a smaller-scale live-fire event from May 28 at 8 a.m. through May 30 at 4 p.m., including the use of fragmentation grenades, small explosive charges under 50 pounds, and weapons firing 5.56mm rounds and below.

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