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Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS) will provide therapeutic day treatment for students through the National Counseling Group beginning this school year.

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MANASSAS PARK, Va. – Keep the Park Beautiful just hauled off more than 150 pounds of trash during a recent neighborhood cleanup on Connor Street—and they’re not slowing down anytime soon.

On Saturday, August 16, more than 20 volunteers—including students, retirees, local families, and even the fire department—showed up with gloves and good vibes to clear out everything from old car tires to construction debris. It took less than two hours to give the street a major facelift.


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Fredericksburg’s popular Concert by Canoe series is set to return next week, bringing live music to the water at Motts Run Reservoir. The summer run kicks off Wednesday, August 20, with the Shim Dogs performing from 6 to 8 p.m.

Concert-goers can paddle out in their canoe or kayak, or rent one on-site, to enjoy an evening of live music surrounded by nature. Gates open at 5 p.m.


Breaking News

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – Prince William County Public Schools’ brand-new bus tracking app still isn’t working—and now it looks like it may stay down for a few days.

The folks at PWCS just shared with Potomac Local News that the EZ A2B app is still offline and won’t be up in time for this afternoon’s school bus routes. The vendor says it may take “multiple days” to restore service.


Neighborhood Notes

STAFFORD, Va. – Stafford County gave us the nudge: “Get in a good run (or walk—we don’t judge)”—and they’re right. It’s time to sign up for the next race in the 2025 Stafford Race Series: the Go for Bo 5K and One Mile Fun Run on Saturday, September 13 at Stafford Regional Airport.

Hosted by Ebenezer Church, this sunset race isn’t just scenic—it’s a fundraiser that’s been making a difference for families in Bo, Sierra Leone. Over the last decade, locals have raised more than $250,000 to support hospitals, schools, and nutrition programs through Helping Children Worldwide.


Weather

After several days of highs in the low to mid-90s, a cold front will bring a noticeable cool-down to our region. Showers and storms this evening will give way to cloudy skies and much cooler temperatures to start the week.

Highs will stay in the 70s to low 80s Monday and Tuesday, with some drizzle or light showers possible before drier weather returns midweek. By next weekend, warmer and more humid air will move back in, along with the chance for thunderstorms.


Neighborhood Notes

The crew at Tidewater Grill just let us know their Summer Brunch Buffet is wrapping up soon—and if you haven’t tried it yet, now’s the time.

There are only two weekends left to enjoy this all-you-can-eat brunch spread at Potomac Shores. It’s happening Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.—except for Sunday, August 17, when it wraps up early at 2 p.m.


Neighborhood Notes

MANASSAS, Va. – The folks at ARTfactory just shared a fun way for locals to leave their mark—literally. With their new Bricks for the Arts campaign, you can snag a personalized brick in the Wind River Theater lobby.

It’s a small donation, but it goes a long way. Each brick comes with a plaque engraved with your name (or someone else’s), plus a certificate and a special gift to say thanks. It’s a chance to support the arts and be part of ARTfactory’s legacy in downtown Manassas.