Potomac Local News

Published September 23, 2019 at 4:25PM

Prince William County firefighter Kevin Ganssle and Fire Chief Tim Keen.

(Press Release) After an extensive interview process, the Board of County Supervisors appointed Acting Chief Tim Keen to the position of Chief of the Prince William County Fire and Rescue System.

“Chief Keen is a proven leader. He knows this community, has dedicated his professional life to serving Prince William County, and has demonstrated the ability to lead a combined Fire and Rescue System through any challenge and transition,” said Corey Stewart, Chairman of the Board of County Supervisors.

James Edward Masonis

By Press Release

Published September 23, 2019 at 4:25PM | Updated March 26, 2020 at 2:42AM

James “Heavy Duty” Masonis, 54 of Woodbridge, VA passed away on September 9, 2019. He was born at Sheppard AFB, TX to Jerome and the late Virginia Soechting Masonis. Including his mother, he is preceded in death by one sister, Sandra Perdue.

He is survived by his father, Jerome F. Masonis, his sister Ginger (Kevin) Tansey, his brother Jerome (Debbie) Masonis and many nephews and nieces.

Willard Roger Bailey

By Press Release

Published September 23, 2019 at 3:54PM | Updated March 26, 2020 at 2:46AM

Obituary Pending

Event

Free Concert! “A Celebration of Freedom”

May 2, 2026 7:30 pm -9:30 pm

First United Presbyterian Church of Dale City

14391 Minnieville Rd

Dale City, Virginia 22193

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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.

Traffic

OmniRide goes ESP following demonstrations, all rides free

By Potomac Local News

Published September 23, 2019 at 2:20PM

OmniRide Express buses will follow the Emergency Service Plan during the afternoon/evening commute today, Monday, September 23, due to street closures for demonstrations in Washington D.C.

Beginning at 12 noon, OmniRide Express buses will only pick up from Metro stations.

Features

Eat at Mariachi’s Tequileria & Restaurant, support Sweet Julia Grace

By Potomac Local News

Published September 23, 2019 at 1:47PM

For the month of September, Mariachi’s Tequileria & Restaurant in Manassas will donate to The Sweet Julia Grace Foundation a portion of the proceeds from the sales of specific entrees and drinks.

Mariachi’s Tequileria & Restaurant General Manager Luke Tamer’s six-month-old daughter underwent open-heart surgery at Inova Children’s Hospital.

Scott H. McGrath

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Published September 23, 2019 at 1:46PM | Updated March 26, 2020 at 2:49AM

Scott Harold McGrath, born in Walnut Creek, CA, was blessed to spend his 55 years of life traveling the world and bringing his Wife, Angelina, Daughter, Brenna, and Son, Kieran, with him on many adventures. The patriarch of a Disney loving family, annual expeditions to a Disney theme park or on a Disney cruise ship became a tradition. His favorite character was Goofy.

Scott served in the US Navy for 24 years, and was a lifetime member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A leader and a teacher by nature, and often by profession, his final assignment for his church was ministering to the Marine Corps Officer Candidates in joyful tandem with his wife of thirty-two years.