Today — Monday, October 20, 2025 — many local schools are closed for Diwali, a non-federal holiday.
Earlier this month, on Columbus Day (October 13), teachers in several school divisions — including Prince William County, Stafford County, and Fredericksburg City — were required to work for staff development while students stayed home.
Potomac Local News continues to reach more readers across Prince William, Stafford, and Fredericksburg, solidifying its reputation as the region’s trusted source for local reporting.
During the past seven days, the site recorded 42,984 total page views from 35,703 unique devices, with nearly three in four readers (72%) visiting on mobile. About 31% of visitors read articles to completion, underscoring the deep engagement Potomac Local readers have with their community news.
Facebook – WPCCA will be meeting on Thursday, October 30, at 6 pm in the IKEA Community Meeting Room, located on the 2nd floor next to the restaurant.
This month’s meeting will feature two important presentations. The Prince William County Police Department will be presenting on public safety in Woodbridge and the results of the Community Police Survey, providing key insights into local concerns and engagement.
Join us on Sunday, May 31st, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a beautifully curated afternoon celebrating the romance and inspiration of European travel. We recommend arriving at 2:45 PM for the best seating. We’ll begin with a brief presentation highlighting unforgettable journeys along Europe’s iconic rivers with AmaWaterways, followed by a special screening of Under the Tuscan Sun — a heartwarming story set against the breathtaking landscapes of Tuscany and the transformative power of embracing life abroad. A minimum $5 per person donation to Manna Food Center is required to attend, and we are proud to match donations up to $500. You may also elect to donate more. Non-perishable food donations are also warmly welcomed. Raffle proceeds will benefit Manna as well, helping provide nourishment and support to families in our community. Come immerse yourself in the beauty of Europe, enjoy wonderful company, and make a meaningful difference. We look forward to welcoming you.
Prince William Times – Calling it an “intimidation action,” Deshundra Jefferson, chair of the Prince William County Board of Supervisors, has asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit filed by the developer behind a controversial plan to allow five data centers behind the Four Seasons retirement community in Dumfries.
Atlantic Funding’s LLC’s lawsuit “seeks to bully Jefferson, chill speech, and silence opposition —with the end goal of profiting from a lucrative data center development,” Jefferson’s court filing said.
Nearly 3,800 Manassas residents and businesses lost power Sunday night, the third major outage in just over a week to darken parts of the city and renew questions about grid reliability.
As of 9:50 p.m., the city reported 3,731 customers without power, concentrated in downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. Streets affected include Main, Center, Church, Battle, Grant, and Prince William Streets — covering much of the city’s historic core. Power was also out along portions of Wellington Road, Euclid Avenue, and Mathis Avenue.
After a windy Sunday night, cooler air settles in to start the workweek. Monday will be sunny but brisk, with temperatures running 10 to 15 degrees below Sunday’s highs. Conditions warm slightly by midweek, though another weak front on Tuesday night may bring a few brief showers. The rest of the week looks mostly sunny and seasonably cool.
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Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events (Facebook) – Join us next week at the Fredericksburg, VA Farmers Market for a day of FREE festive fun!
From games and crafts, to a spooky maze and trick or treating, there’s something for everyone. Costumes encouraged—fun guaranteed! 🎃👻
City of Fredericksburg Government (Facebook) – On Sunday evening (tonight), a Public Works contractor will paint double yellow lines down the center of Prince Edward Street between Amelia and Canal Streets.
The new markings will help guide drivers, separate opposing traffic, and support recommendations from the recent Downtown Traffic Study.
Visit Occoquan (Facebook) – Congratulations to Thai Ghang Waan Occoquan on their grand opening in Occoquan! While they have been open for a few months here (and have a location in Springfield!), we were excited to celebrate them officially today with a ribbon-cutting.
Savor the fusion of vintage ambiance, bold Thai flavors, and effortless cool. Open 7 days a week at 416 Mill Street in Occoquan.
