News

STAFFORD – (Press Release) A wanted suspect was arrested on Friday by a K9 unit with the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office after crashing into a police cruiser and fleeing from law enforcement.

On March 8, 2019, Deputy Demirci and his K9 partner, Steel, observed a vehicle fail to stop at a stop sign at Shasta Place and Newcastle Place. The deputy recognized the driver as a wanted suspect named Jamaunta Mcqueen, 23, of Triangle, VA.


Politics

MANASSAS – (Press Release) Manassas attorney Tim Olmstead formally announced today that he is seeking the Republican nomination for Commonwealth’s Attorney in Prince William County.

Olmstead is a former Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney and current criminal law attorney in private practice with his wife Sevda.


Event

StoryWorx: Workhouse's First Ever FREE Book Festival
Sat, Nov 14 | 11 a.m.–5 p.m. | Lorton, VA

Meet bestselling authors Angie Kim (Happiness Falls), 4× NFL Pro Bowler Ken Harvey (first-ever dramatic reading), and Emmy-winning WUSA9 anchor Wisdom Martin, plus Marcie Atkins, Omar Abed, Ellen R.B. Smith, and more for panels, signings, poetry, and workshops. Kids' Corner features author readings, crafts, and storytime. Browse the artisan market, catch a live Upstart Crow podcast, and explore the Workhouse galleries and artist studios—all part of Second Saturday.


WOODBRIDGE — (Press release) Travelers and locals will once again be able to look for the iconic Potomac Mills sign along Interstate 95. Potomac Mills mall announced today that the reconstruction of the local landmark is officially underway, with completed installation anticipated later this month. 

“The Potomac Mills sign that stands tall on I-95 has been a staple in our community for many years,” said Jen Snitselaar, General Manager, Potomac Mills Mall. “The new design and updated structure will give the sign a new feel, while still honoring the tradition it brings to the area.”


Prince William

WOODBRIDGE — Prince William County needs a new place to toss its glass.

China’s recent recycling ban has led to a slowdown in recycling processes, and for the need for an alternative place to send recyclable materials. The country no longer accepts glass, plastic, paper,  and other materials it once imported from the U.S.


Prince William

Zoning rules for Prince William’s rural crescent, where development is now limited to one home per 10 acres, should not be changed, a former county supervisor and staffer said Thursday night.