During one of the longest meetings in recent memory for the Stafford County Planning Commission, the body voted to recommend denying a proposed expansion of a rock quarry.

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High school students from across the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region are invited to participate in Dialogue for Democracy at George Mason University!

Hosted by the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution, this event offers high school students an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations about democracy, civic engagement, and the importance of understanding different perspectives.


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Work on a new and improved Haymarket Town Center is about to begin. 

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Obituaries

James Lunceford, 81, of Dumfries died July 29, 2021 at Inova Mt Vernon Hospital surrounded by his family. He was born October 28, 1939 to the late Walter F. and Bessie Shiflett.  James enjoyed building and restoring cars, and spending time with his family.

Mr. Lunceford is preceded in death by his son, Dale and his brother, Charles. He is survived and leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Lena W. Lunceford; children, Ricky and Brenda; grandchildren, Jamie Sue, Robbie, Taylor, Jake, Kaylee, Ricky, and Jimmy; great grandchildren, Jaylisa, Park, and Mike. He is also survived by his siblings, Ruby, Joyce, Ralph, Stella, and Wanda.