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Published February 13, 2024 at 7:45AM

Dumfries Town Hall

“A few moments ago, the Town of Dumfries Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the proposed amendments to the proffer related to The Rose. The vote was 4-0. The amendments and other commitments, as outlined below, will go before the Town Council for its consideration on Tuesday evening,” said Michael Kelly, spokesman for The Rose, on Monday night, Feb. 12, 2024.

Tonight, the Dumfries Town Council convenes to deliberate on pivotal proffer amendments concerning The Rose Gaming Resort. These amendments were recently greenlit by the Planning Commission, marking a significant step forward for the proposed expansion.

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Snow clearing: Gusty winds, drier conditions expected, another system looms | Water’s End Brewery sponsors our weather posts

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2024 at 7:31AM

The National Weather Service forecast indicates that low pressure will move eastward, leading to a transition from rain to snow over the mountains and areas north and west of metropolitan areas.

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Business

Sheetz redevelopment, new church on county’s agenda

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 13, 2024 at 7:00AM

The Prince William County Planning Commission is set to tackle two cases on Valentine’s Day – a proposal for the demolition and reconstruction of a Sheetz gas station in Dale City and establishing a new church along Route 234.

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Event

3rd Annual Trunk or Treat at Image Church

October 26, 2025 2:00 pm -4:00 pm

Image Church

13900 Church Hill Drive

Woodbridge, Virginia 20191

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3rd annual free community event that brings our neighbors right to our parking lot for a day of fun. Trick or Treating, games, raffle, photo booth, free food!

Prince William

Violent incidents unfold in Woodbridge: Carjacking, reckless firearm use, and domestic assault

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 12, 2024 at 2:30PM

Barrie, Jr. [Photo: Prince William police]

In the late hours of February 11, a disturbing incident unfolded in the 14200 block of Smoketown Road, near Potomac Mills mall in Woodbridge, when an 18-year-old man fell victim to a carjacking and robbery. According to reports, the victim had offered a ride to a group of men, one of whom was identified by police as Ibrahim Jr., an acquaintance. However, what began as a seemingly routine gesture quickly turned violent.

As the victim parked the vehicle in a nearby lot, the situation took a turn when Barrie, Jr. and another individual from the group pursued and tackled the victim in the median of Smoketown Road, police said. The assailants assaulted the victim and took his personal belongings, including phones, wallet, and keys, police said. Fortunately, a Good Samaritan intervened, allowing the victim to escape with only minor injuries.

Prince William

House fire displaces resident, claims pet’s life

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 12, 2024 at 1:42PM

A house fire displaces one, kills cat at a home on Visionary Court in Prince William County [Photo: Prince William fire and rescue]

Fortunately, it was later determined that the lone occupant was not present at the time of the fire, thus no injuries were reported.

Efforts to combat the blaze resulted in the rescue of two dogs. A cat succumbed to its injuries. The residence suffered significant damage, rendering it uninhabitable, as deemed by the Building Official. The American Red Cross has stepped in to aid the victim.

Business

The Rose seeks gaming expansion amid delay in Dumfries park project approval

By Sarah Romero

Published February 12, 2024 at 1:17PM

The Rose gaming resort and hotel proposed to open in Dumfries in 2023.

The soon-to-open The Rose gaming resort operators are about to ask the Dumfries Town Council for permission to install more gaming machines than planned, even if the greenspace they promised residents as part of the development won’t be built yet.

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Prince William

Triangle shooter convicted, awaits sentencing

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 12, 2024 at 11:00AM

The Judicial Center for Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park.

Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney, Amy Ashworth, announced the successful prosecution of Sean Hughes following an April 19, 2023, shooting incident in Triangle. After a trial held on February 2, 2024, a Prince William County jury rendered a verdict of guilty against Hughes on multiple charges, including shooting into an occupied dwelling, shooting from a vehicle, attempted malicious wounding, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, gang participation, gang recruitment, and use of a machine gun for an aggressive purpose.

The case stemmed from an alarming incident last year when Hughes, accompanied by a juvenile co-defendant, unleashed gunfire at a home in Triangle. The barrage of bullets struck a woman inside multiple times, narrowly missing Detective S. Davis and another bystander who were present at the scene. Following the shooting, Hughes and the juvenile fled the area, but police arrested him in Maryland. During the arrest, one of the firearms implicated in the shooting was recovered from the suspects.

News

Fredericksburg Civil Rights Trail joins prestigious U.S. collection

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 12, 2024 at 10:00AM

[Photo: University of Mary Washington]

Fredericksburg and the University of Mary Washington jointly announced on Thursday, Feb. 8, a significant milestone: the inclusion of the Fredericksburg Civil Rights Trail into the esteemed U.S. Civil Rights Trail, joining a collection of landmarks spanning 15 states.

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Fatal pedestrian collision investigated by Prince William police

By Potomac Local News

Published February 12, 2024 at 9:36AM | Updated February 12, 2024 at 1:36PM

Updated 1:35 p.m. — Prince William County authorities are investigating a pedestrian crash on February 11 at approximately 7:32 p.m. Crash investigators were called to the scene at the intersection of Prince William Parkway and Worth Avenue in Woodbridge, near Potomac Mills, following the crash.

According to the preliminary police investigation, a 2020 Hyundai Tucson was traveling eastbound on the Prince William Parkway towards the intersection with Worth Avenue when it collided with a pedestrian. The pedestrian, who was reportedly crossing the roadway outside of a designated crosswalk and wearing dark-colored clothing, sustained severe injuries in the collision. Emergency services transported the pedestrian to a nearby hospital, where they succumbed to their injuries.