Potomac Local News

Published February 7, 2025 at 8:18PM

Federal prosecutors in the Eastern District of Virginia recently secured convictions in multiple high-profile cases. A Maryland man was convicted of trafficking cocaine and fentanyl to Fredericksburg, while a Stafford man was found guilty of assaulting a deaf passenger during a flight. A Honduran national was sentenced for illegally reentering the U.S. and failing to register as a sex offender, and a Dumfries man pleaded guilty to fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 relief funds. Each case underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to hold criminals accountable. Read on for case details and links to full press releases.

Breaking News

Updated: Stafford County ‘Simply Perfect Wedding Expo’ Canceled

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2025 at 2:35PM

Update – Feb. 7, 2025: Stafford’s Simply Perfect Wedding Expo has been canceled due to inclement weather. The event will be rescheduled to a date yet to be announced, acceding to the organizer, Stafford County Tourism Office.

Original Post – Feb. 4, 2025: The Stafford County Simply Perfect Wedding Expo is coming up on February 8, 2025, at the Holiday Inn and Conference Center in Fredericksburg! This event is a must for couples planning their big day, featuring top wedding vendors, venues, florists, caterers, photographers, and more—all in one place.

Schools

Prince William County Sheriff Announces 2025-2026 Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Scholarship Applications

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2025 at 2:34PM

Prince William County Sheriff Glendell Hill [Photo: Uriah Kiser/PLN]

The scholarship provides financial assistance to students attending Virginia colleges and universities who are majoring in criminal justice, excluding those pursuing a law degree or legal career. Applicants must obtain a letter of recommendation from their resident sheriff before applying.

Prince William County residents must contact the Sheriff’s Office by April 4, 2025, to schedule an appointment with Sheriff Hill for the recommendation. The deadline to submit the online application and required documents is May 1, 2025. More details and application materials are available on the VSI website.

Manassas

Plan B for Route 28? What Comes After the Bypass Cancelation

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2025 at 2:15PM | Updated February 7, 2025 at 8:54PM

Prince William County has scrapped its $300 million Route 28 Bypass project, leaving residents and officials debating the next steps for traffic relief. The project, which would have taken 70 homes, faced rising costs, land acquisition hurdles, and a lack of Fairfax County support. Manassas Mayor Michelle Davis Younger criticized the decision, saying her city is “stuck in the middle.” Meanwhile, State Sen. Danica Roem is pushing forward with $62.5 million in intersection improvements. A town hall on Route 28’s future will be held Feb. 26 at Manassas Park City Hall. Read more about what’s next for local transportation.

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Manassas

Police Blotter: Fatal Crash, Drone-Assisted Arrest, and Unusual Break-In

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2025 at 1:38PM

Stafford deputies seen by drone video making an arrest.

From Prince William County Police Department:

Fatal Crash Investigation Nokesville Rd. & Sowder Village Sq., Nokesville: On February 6 at 5:48 AM, crash investigators responded to the area of Nokesville Rd. and Sowder Village Sq. in Nokesville to investigate a fatal pedestrian crash. The investigation revealed that the driver of a 2024 Nissan Sentra was traveling southbound on Nokesville Rd. when the vehicle struck a pedestrian who was attempting to cross the road outside of a crosswalk while wearing dark-colored clothing. The pedestrian was subsequently struck by a 2005 Mazda 6, also traveling southbound on Nokesville Rd.

Manassas

Meet Pullman: A Big, Goofy Sweetheart Looking for a New Home

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2025 at 12:55PM

Pullman is a lovable, playful dog in need of a second chance at a forever home. Born at the Manassas City Animal Adoption Center in August 2021, Pullman was one of ten siblings and was adopted when he was just three months old. Recently, he was found as a stray in Fairfax County, and despite efforts to contact his previous owner, no one has come forward to claim him.

We know that Pullman’s mother was a boxer, and DNA tests from his littermates reveal he also has Cane Corso in his lineage. He’s a big, affectionate pup with plenty of energy and love to give. If you’re looking for a fun, goofy, and playful companion, Pullman could be the perfect fit for your family!

Weather

Icy Roads Expected Saturday as Wintry Mix Moves In

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 7, 2025 at 12:50PM | Updated February 7, 2025 at 2:23PM

A wintry mix of precipitation is expected, with snow and sleet accumulations up to 1 inch and ice accumulations up to one-tenth of an inch. The advisory covers the District of Columbia, central Maryland, and central and northern Virginia.

Precipitation will overspread the area Saturday morning, starting as snow. By the afternoon, it will transition to sleet and freezing rain, creating hazardous travel conditions. By the evening, temperatures will rise, changing the precipitation to cold rain, which may help reduce ice accumulation but could leave roads slick.

Manassas

Preview: Feb. 10 Manassas City Council Meeting

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published February 7, 2025 at 11:00AM | Updated February 13, 2025 at 10:19AM

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Business

A Creative Surprise: Metro Nova Designs a New Fundraising Initiative

By Kelly Sienkowski

Published February 7, 2025 at 9:00AM | Updated February 7, 2025 at 1:02PM

Metro Nova Creative is adding a creative twist to fundraising in downtown Fredericksburg: Business owner Dan Craddock announced that his team will surprise a different non-profit organization each quarter with unique designs on t-shirts, stickers, and merchandise.

Their first selection for 2025 is the Central Rappahannock Regional Library (CRRL). Fans can visit Metro Nova Creative’s online store each quarter of 2025 to see the latest designs for their new fundraising efforts, and to purchase the merchandise. The sales from the merchandise will go to the nonprofit to be used as needed.

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