Features

Fredericksburg’s Own Tug Coker Stars as Atticus Finch in ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ at Riverside

By Uriah Kiser

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – Broadway actor and Fredericksburg native Tug Coker is stepping into one of the most iconic roles in American theater—Atticus Finch in To Kill a Mockingbird—as he makes his hometown stage debut at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts. The production runs May 7 through June 22, 2025.

Adapted from Harper Lee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, To Kill a Mockingbird is set in 1930s Alabama and follows young siblings Scout and Jem as they navigate childhood under the watchful and moral guidance of their widowed father. The calm of their small town is shattered when Atticus Finch, a respected local attorney, defends a Black man falsely accused of a violent crime. Riverside describes the play as “timeless and lingering,” exploring “prejudice, compassion, and the courage to do what is right.”

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Schools

Stafford’s Class of 2025 Gears Up for Graduation After Celebrating Decision Day

By Potomac Local News

STAFFORD, Va. – The Class of 2025 is stepping into their future with confidence and pride. Today we celebrate all the paths ahead—college, military, and career.

Stafford County Public Schools kicked off May with a celebration of Decision Day, honoring graduating seniors for their post-high school plans. Whether students are preparing for college, entering the workforce, or enlisting in the military, the day recognizes the many routes seniors will take after graduation.

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Breaking News

Another Power Outage in Manassas Hits Nearly 300 Homes

By Potomac Local News

MANASSAS, Va. – About 270 homes in Manassas are without electricity as city crews work to fix a faulty underground electric cable.

According to a message from the City of Manassas, the outage is affecting customers in the Stonewall, Piney Point, Willow Glen, Laurelwood, Landgreen, Liberia, Whispering Pine, Willowbrook, Silver Maple, and Firethorn neighborhoods.?

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Features

Furry Friends of Ferry Farm Tour Set for June 7

By Jazbia Chaudhry

STAFFORD, Va. – The Ferry Farm neighborhood will host its first “Furry Friends of Ferry Farm” guided walking tour on June 7, 2025, beginning at 9 a.m. The 1.3-mile loop will showcase pets from the neighborhood and encourage donations for the Stafford County Animal Shelter. The event is free and will start and end at Ferry Farm Elementary School.

Participants will walk from Pendleton Road to Mercer Lane, Wakefield Avenue, Jefferson Street, and back to Pendleton Road, with stops to admire pets at various homes. At the tour’s conclusion, attendees will vote for a “Crowd Favorite” pet, with a prize awarded. The Stafford County Animal Shelter will also be present with adoptable pets.

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Fredericksburg

Date Night Spotlight: Ristorante Renato in Historic Downtown Fredericksburg

By Potomac Local News

Step into a world of timeless romance and old-world charm at Ristorante Renato, where candlelight flickers against white tablecloths and every dish feels like a love letter from Italy. Nestled in the heart of historic downtown Fredericksburg, this beloved fine dining spot has been welcoming couples, families, and friends since 1978 with its refined Italian cuisine and warm hospitality. With four intimate dining rooms and a beautiful al fresco patio, Renato is the perfect setting for a memorable evening out.

A Three-Course Italian Affair

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Features

Prince William County Library Goes Viral with Gen Z-Inspired Video

By Uriah Kiser

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – A short video created by a team at the county’s Prince William Public Libraries has taken the internet by storm, garnering more than 2.7 million views across social media platforms and capturing the attention of viewers from as far away as California.

At the center of the viral sensation is Gregg Grunow, the branch manager at Bull Run Library, who stars in a 12-line comedic reel written entirely in Gen Z slang. The video’s unexpected popularity has thrust both Grunow and the library system into the social media spotlight.

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Manassas

Manassas Unplugged: Chickens, Teachers, and Bees – A Chat with Lynn Forkell Greene

By Uriah Kiser

What do collective bargaining, backyard chickens, and honey from Liberia House all have in common? They’re just a few of the topics we cover in this fun, freewheeling episode with longtime Manassas advocate and former City Councilwoman Lynn Forkell Greene.

Lynn joins me for a casual conversation about life in Manassas — from serious issues like teacher pay and school board decisions to lighter fare like why everyone suddenly wants chickens in their backyard and how a local honey may have cured her seasonal allergies.

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