Business

“Please note that while some shops/restaurants may be open… a lot of shops and restaurants are posting that they are closed today due to weather,” City of Manassas stated.

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Traffic

“Give us some time — we will get to you. Until then, stay off the roads, NOVA,” the VDOT NOVA District stated.

Prince William County shared the message as winter weather impacts road conditions throughout Northern Virginia. Officials are asking drivers to avoid travel while crews work to clear primary and secondary roads in Prince William County and neighboring jurisdictions.


Prince William

“Due to the impacts of weather conditions, Prince William County government offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026,” Prince William County Government announced.

The closure affects county government offices and facilities as winter weather continues to impact the region. Officials encouraged residents to use online services when possible and to check official county channels for reopening information.


Event

Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, DC (PPMW) will host its 2026 Impact Gala on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., dinner, dancing and impactful programming, at the beautiful Waldorf Astoria downtown Washington, DC. The annual event will bring together a stylish crowd of advocates, community leaders, and supporters to raise critical funds for the organization’s “Fight Forward” campaign, which supports access to reproductive health care, education, and advocacy across the region. Along with live music, diner and programming, special guest appearances include actress and activist Sophia Bush, professional soccer champion Ashlyn Harris, and other special invited guests.  Join us for a fabulous evening for an important cause. 


Police Blotter

A man was arrested in Spotsylvania County following a tip about child sexual abuse material.

Deputies with the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) unit executed a search warrant on January 22 at a home on Wilderness Park Drive after a cybertip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Investigators say they seized multiple electronic devices containing images of child sexual abuse. A 40-year-old man was arrested and charged with six counts related to possession and distribution of child pornography. He is being held without bond.


Manassas Park

Manassas Park City Public Schools (MPCPS) received a mixed bag of results from the Virginia Department of Education’s (VDOE) new school quality profile scores.

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Manassas

“City Manager Carl Cole has determined that a snow emergency will be in effect for the City of Manassas Park starting at 12:00PM on Saturday, January 24, 2026, until 12:00PM Monday, January 26, 2026,” Manassas Park Police announced. “This is subject to change based on weather conditions.”

The snow emergency goes into effect at noon Saturday and restricts parking on designated snow emergency routes across the city through Monday at noon. Officials said the action aligns with the Governor of Virginia’s declared state of emergency and is intended to allow crews to clear roads safely. An announcement will be issued when restrictions are lifted.