Neighborhood Notes

Fairfax County sets Oct. 11 deadline for employees to get COVID-19 vaccine All Fairfax County employees will be required to be fully vaccinated or submit to weekly COVID-19 tests by Monday, Oct. 11, FFXnow has learned. [FFXNow] MWHC at capacity, delaying surgeries because of high numbers of virus patients In the last week, Mary Washington […]


Prince William

[Police update, Friday, October 1, 2021] On September 30 at 6:27PM, officers responded to the area of Heth Ct. and Old Triangle Rd. in Dumfries (22026) to assist Dumfries Police Department with a shots fired call. The investigation revealed that a man approached the parking lot of the above area and engaged in a verbal altercation with another man who was on the other side of the parking lot.

After a brief encounter, both men brandished a firearm and exchanged gunfire before fleeing on foot. Shortly after, a community member flagged down a Dumfries town police officer. A police K-9 searched the area for the suspects who were no located. No injuries were reported. While canvassing, officers located multiple houses and vehicles that sustained damage consistent with being struck by projectiles.


Originals

Soon, drivers could “fly” over traffic at Occoquan.

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Event

Join the New Dominion Choraliers put on a concert to honor the 250th Anniversary of the USA! The music in this choral concert captures the heart and soul of the American spirit through patriotic tunes and songs from the heartland. Joining the chorus are dancers from Dance Etc. School of the Arts and accompaniment from the talented members of Legacy Brass.

This family friendly and FREE event is perfect for young and old. Kids, parents, and grandparents will be familiar with many of the songs in this inspirational program. There are two opportunities to attend: Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 pm or Sunday, May 3 at 3:30 p.m.


Obituaries

Janae’ Elizabeth Shuler, 33, of Washington DC, passed away on September 24, 2021. Janae’ was born in Bronx, New York to Jeannette Shuler (Deceased) and Matthew Floyd (Deceased) on February 8, 1988. In 1998 Janae’ moved to Arlington, VA with her mother. She graduated from Wakefield High School in Arlington, VA. And was known as “Shuler the Ruler” by her many lifelong high school friends. It is in high school where Janae’ developed her love of the German Language.

For those who knew Janae’, they knew her challenges but also knew the fun and laughter she brought with her presence. She was the life of the party and loved talking on the phone and hanging out with her friends and family. When you met her, you never forgot her.


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Manassas is searching for a new chairman for its city school board.

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Obituaries

Helen, daughter of the late Pernice Edwards and Albert Shuler, was born December 19, 1945 in New York, New York. Helen often recounted incredible stories of her prime, as she was a woman with big dreams and a passion for singing, swimming, and ballet. She was known for throwing the best parties and her unbreakable […]


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High-speed chase ends at motel 

From the Stafford sheriff’s office: At 1:30 p.m., Sergeant Kreider initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for improper registration on Spring Valley Drive. The vehicle initially stopped in the 300 block of Cambridge Street in Falmouth. The driver was irate and Sergeant Kreider recognized the driver as a wanted subject. Sergeant Kreider told the driver to turn the vehicle off, but instead the driver accelerated on Cambridge Street initiating a pursuit at a high-rate of speed. The driver then turned into the nearby Newton Motel where he fled the vehicle on foot. Sergeant Assur caught-up to the pursuit and aided in taking the suspect into custody. The suspect is identified as Kenneth Arnold, 47. Arnold is wanted in Spotsylvania, Warren, and Stafford Counties. He is also being charged with eluding, obstruction of justice, and driving on a suspended license.