Manassas

Prince William County Assistant prosecutor D. Burke Walker told Circuit Court Judge Angela Horan that his office would file a motion on the first day of trial not to prosecute Latoya Crabbe on her 2nd-degree murder charge but instead will move to indict her on 1st-degree murder charge.

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Newslinks

A judge on Wednesday agreed with Fredericksburg City Council’s argument that actions taken in closed session to fill the vacant Ward 3 seat constituted an appointment, not an election, and that the closed sessions were appropriate, says FXBG Advance.

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Pets

Boy, oh boy—can these boys use a miracle. Eeny and Tigger have endured a heartbreaking journey over the past few months, but we’re hopeful their luck will change.

First, these sweet cats lost their beloved caretaker. A family member took them in, offering comfort and stability—until, sadly, they lost their home again. When they arrived at Prince William County Animal Services, they were completely shell-shocked. Tigger became withdrawn and depressed, while Eeny, overwhelmed with fear, became defensive. Despite trying different housing arrangements and plenty of treats, Eeny remained hesitant.


Schools

Stafford County Public Schools (SCPS) will hold a public hearing on its proposed Fiscal Year 2026 (FY26) budget on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.

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Breaking News

A winter storm bringing snow and strong winds will force schools in Stafford County, Fredericksburg City, and Spotsylvania County to close on Thursday, February 20, 2025.

Stafford County Public Schools will be closed, with all 12-month staff operating on a two-hour delay. As a result of this closure, Friday, March 21, 2025, will now be a regular, full instructional day for students to make up for the lost classroom time.


Business

A new, towering sign has been installed at Central Park, the region’s largest and busiest outdoor shopping center.

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