Prince William

Dumfries receives $240,000 federal grant to make sidewalks safer and more accessible

By Potomac Local News
Dumfries is Virginia's oldest continually chartered town.

Dumfries will use a new $240,000 federal grant to improve sidewalk accessibility and make local streets safer for pedestrians. The U.S. Department of Transportation awarded the money through its Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) program, which supports efforts to reduce traffic-related injuries and fatalities.

Town officials say the funding will help launch a planning and feasibility project to assess sidewalk conditions throughout Dumfries. The goal is to create a Sidewalk Accessibility and Walkability Action Plan that identifies gaps in Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance and prioritizes areas for improvement.

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Manassas

Shots Fired at Vehicle in Manassas Leads to Arrest

By Potomac Local News

A Manassas man is facing multiple charges after allegedly firing at an occupied vehicle during a confrontation on Dumfries Road Sunday evening.

Police responded around 5:59 p.m. on January 4 to the 10299 block of Dumfries Road after reports of gunfire. Witnesses gave officers a suspect description, leading to the quick arrest of a 39-year-old man. He was found injured and taken to a hospital before being charged.

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Traffic

VDOT outlines overnight lane closures across Fredericksburg region Jan. 11–17

By Potomac Local News
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“Alternating single and double lane closures at mile markers 107, 108, 110, and 115 for bridge inspections,” the Virginia Department of Transportation stated, referring to overnight work along Interstate 95 between Exit 104 (Carmel Church) and Exit 118 (Thornburg).

The weekly travel alert details multiple daytime and overnight lane closures across Caroline County, the City of Fredericksburg, and Stafford County. Work includes bridge inspections on I-95, maintenance on the Falmouth Bridge, utility work and road widening on Route 1, and guardrail and median improvements along Routes 3, 17, 17 Business, and Centreport Parkway. Most closures occur overnight or during off-peak daytime hours and are weather dependent.

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Finding Neverland Presented by Triune Entertainment

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Based on the remarkable story behind one of the world's most beloved characters, Finding Neverland follows playwright J.M. Barrie as an unexpected friendship inspires the creation of Peter Pan.

 

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Fredericksburg

Legacy of Horace Hill Packs Fredericksburg Visitor Center

By Mike Salmon
National Park Service rangers’ Ashley Ranalli and Supervisor Lewis Rogers shared information about the investigative steps it took.

On May 5, 1864, Horace Hill was killed near Chancellorsville while fighting Confederate forces with the 111th New York Volunteers, commanded by Lt. Reuben J. Myers.

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Prince William

Forum says Virginia abortion amendment could reach voters in 2026

By Uriah Kiser

A public educational forum in Woodbridge examined how soon Virginians could vote on a proposed reproductive freedom amendment, with panelists outlining scenarios that could place the measure on the ballot as early as April 2026.

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Stafford

Stafford wraps up successful first Shop Small Stafford campaign

By Potomac Local News

Stafford County’s first-ever Shop Small Stafford campaign brought out hundreds of residents to support local businesses on Small Business Saturday, November 29, 2025. The initiative, organized by the county’s Economic Development Department, combined digital engagement, live events, and local promotions to boost awareness and foot traffic for small businesses across the area.

Fifty local businesses joined the effort, offering in-person and online shopping opportunities as well as participating in a pop-up Shop Small Market at Long Family Markets. Using a centralized Digital Passport system, 320 shoppers checked in at local stores throughout the day, generating 319 estimated transactions and nearly $35,000 in gross receipts. County officials say about $23,775 of that stayed in the local economy.

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Traffic

At least six crashes trigger hours-long gridlock near Quantico and Garrisonville Road

By Uriah Kiser
A crash at Taylor's Grocery on Route 1 in North Stafford was one of six crashes that snarled area roads for hours on Thursday, January 8, 2026. [Reader submitted photo]

A series of crashes across Interstate 95 and nearby roadways caused severe northbound traffic gridlock in North Stafford and the Quantico area for hours during Thursday evening’s rush hour.

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Business

Fredericksburg Regional Chamber names 2026 board leadership

By Mauriah Church-Barbour
Ginni Matern, Ryan VanderWijst, Cyndi Mack, Pete Humes, Brian Shanle [Submitted Photos]

“We are also pleased to welcome Ryan VanderWijst, Chief Financial Officer of SimVentions, as our 2026 Vice Chair of the Board,” the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce stated. “Ryan’s financial expertise and leadership will be a tremendous asset to the Chamber and our members.”

The Chamber also announced new board members for 2026, including Cyndi Mack of Universal Dynamics, Pete Humes of Atlantic Union Bank, and Brian Shanle of Kalahari Resorts and Conventions. Chamber officials said the board will help guide the organization and support the region’s business community in the coming year.

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Prince William

Prince William County Has Spent $1.6 Million Defending Digital Gateway in Court; Supervisor Seeks Reconsideration

By Potomac Local News
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“That is a motion that really needs to be split into two separate motions,” InsideNoVa reported. “Basically, the way it is, because of the weight of it, because it was the same [legal] firm – pure and simple, more than anything, it was a mistake to vote that way. It was a mistake on my end to vote that way.”

“As of Dec. 18, 2025, the total funds spent in the [Digital Gateway] rezoning and real estate assessment litigation is $1,663,478.72,” InsideNoVa [reported], citing a county spokeswoman. “These cases are complex and this number includes the costs for the work of attorneys in the outside counsel law firm, expert witnesses, court reporters and transcripts, costs of preparing and filing the appeals briefs, preparation of the extensive legislative record, etc., spanning more than two years.”

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