Potomac Local News

Published March 21, 2025 at 6:40AM | Updated March 21, 2025 at 7:08PM

The closure of schools Friday was a precautionary measure after the FBI’s Washington Field Office informed Fredericksburg Police on Thursday evening that Fasihullah may be in the city. Local authorities recognized the teen from the March 19 incident at the high school, where he fled the campus after being approached by a School Resource Officer.

Working with the FBI, police followed numerous leads throughout the day Friday, all of which initially turned up empty. Investigators believe Fasihullah stole a vehicle in Stafford County late Thursday evening, which was later recovered out of state on Friday afternoon.

Cruise into Spring with a 1920s Model-A Car Tour Through Historic Fredericksburg

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 21, 2025 at 6:30AM | Updated March 21, 2025 at 2:28PM

Take a ride back in time and welcome spring in style! Join Fredericksburg Model-A Car Tours for their “Spring into a Historical Model-A Car Tour” on Saturday, March 22, 2025. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., hop into a beautifully restored 1920s Model-A car for a scenic ride through historic Fredericksburg. Tours depart from the Courtyard Marriott at 620 Caroline St and cost $20 per person. Walk-ups are welcome, or you can pre-book your ride online at fredericksburgmodelacartours.com or by calling 989-239-9160.

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News

New Stafford Courthouse Cost More Than Triples—What’s Driving the Increase?

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 20, 2025 at 4:00PM

The cost of Stafford County’s long-planned courthouse replacement project has increased significantly, with county officials acknowledging major changes in scope. During the March 11, 2025, Board of Supervisors meeting, staff presented the latest budget updates, revealing the financial impact of the courthouse expansion.

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Event

Afternoon Matinee Movie – Under the Tuscan Sun (at BlackRock Center For The Arts)

May 31, 2026 2:45 pm -6:00 pm

BlackRock Center For The Arts

12901 Town Commons Dr

Germantown, Maryland 20874

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Join us for a delightful Sunday afternoon at the BlackRock Center for the Arts as Cruise Planners Beth & Rod present a special travel-inspired matinee featuring the beloved film Under the Tuscan Sun.

Date & Time: Sunday, May 31 | 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

News

Prince William School Board Approves $2.4 Billion Budget

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published March 20, 2025 at 2:00PM | Updated March 20, 2025 at 3:37PM

Prince William County Public Schools Superintendent LaTanya McDade, Ed.D. [Alan Gloss]

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Manassas

16 Months After Motel Demolition, Downtown Manassas Lot Becomes Temporary Parking

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 20, 2025 at 1:00PM

A backhoe operator clears debris from the demolished Old Towne Inn's parking lot, making way for a new $160,000 temporary parking lot in the heart of Downtown Manassas.

More than a year after the city demolished the Olde Towne Inn, efforts are underway to improve the now vacant lot in the heart of downtown Manassas. The city recently announced a $160,000 project to convert the space into a temporary parking lot, a move that comes as plans for a new hotel on the site have stalled.

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Dumfries Mayor’s Salary More Than Doubles—Here’s What It Means

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 20, 2025 at 11:00AM

The Dumfries Town Council has voted to approve a significant salary increase for its elected officials, citing the town’s growth, increased responsibilities, and alignment with updated Virginia state law.

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Newslinks

News Links: FAA Restrictions, Data Center Growth, New Barnes & Noble, and More

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 20, 2025 at 7:00AM

From new FAA helicopter restrictions to Prince William’s booming data center tax revenue, here are the top stories shaping Northern Virginia.

Obituaries

Obituary: Sharon J WIlson (1945-2025)

By Alan Gloss

Published March 19, 2025 at 11:33PM

Sharon Jean (Locker) Wilson of Manassas, Virginia passed away peacefully on March 14, 2025. She had just celebrated her 80th birthday with her family a month earlier.

She is survived by her daughter Leah (Mike) Munnis; her son Jonathan (Gery) Wilson; her grandsons Sean and Jared Casey; step-grandchildren Kiauna (Justin) Munnis, Mike Jr, Jeff Munnis, Kiara, and Pamela; her siblings Leo (Sue) Locker, Connie (Rick) Jorgensen, Howard (Marka) Locker, and Brenda (Harry) Duchscherer; countless nieces and nephews; her grand-dogs Tater and Wilson, her grand-cats Sushi and Sashimi, and her grand-fish Ceviche. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Dorothy Locker; husband, Fred L. Wilson; and brother, Ryan (Maria) Locker.

Press Release

Stafford County Unveils Walker’s Inn Historical Marker, Launches African American Heritage Trail

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 19, 2025 at 6:00PM | Updated March 21, 2025 at 4:56PM

Hundreds gathered at Stafford Hospital on Wednesday afternoon to witness the unveiling of a historical marker commemorating Walker’s Inn. This once-thriving community hub served as a social and cultural landmark for African Americans in Stafford County during the mid-20th century.

The dedication ceremony, part of the Stafford African American Heritage Trail initiative, brought together descendants of the Walker family, local leaders, historians, and community members to celebrate the long-overdue recognition of Walker’s Inn and its role in Stafford’s Black history.