Potomac Local News

Published November 19, 2025 at 2:28PM

“The request was that this was not supposed to be brought back to us unless a specific set of information was provided, and you just stated that that information was not provided,” Fredericksburg Free Press reported. “Tonight, we would hope that Stafford County’s partnership would continue with the Patawomeck Tribe,” the tribe’s chief said, “But it did not.”

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Manassas

Manassas Museum to Participate in Statewide VA250 Passport

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published November 19, 2025 at 2:00PM | Updated November 19, 2025 at 2:43PM

[Courtesy of the City of Manassas]

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Schools

Prince William, Stafford High Schools Miss Northern Virginia Magazine’s Top 20

By Potomac Local News

Published November 19, 2025 at 10:55AM

Battlefield High School near Haymarket

The magazine states that it based its Top 25 rankings on data from the Virginia Department of Education, evaluating advanced diploma rates, graduation rates, chronic absenteeism, SOL advanced pass rates, and AP/IB enrollment across 10 Northern Virginia school divisions.

No high schools from Prince William or Stafford County cracked the top 20 list of Northern Virginia Magazine’s best high schools. Battlefield High School near Haymarket and Gainesville High School, both in Prince William County, ranked 21st and 24th, respectively.

Traffic

VDOT to Lift Most Lane Closures for Thanksgiving Travel

By Potomac Local News

Published November 19, 2025 at 10:46AM

“VDOT will be suspending many highway work zones and lifting temporary lane closures on interstates and other major roads in Virginia from noon on Wednesday, Nov. 26 until noon on Monday, Dec. 1,” Virginia Department of Transportation announced. “While lane closures will be lifted in most locations, motorists may encounter semi-permanent work zones that remain in place during this time.”

VDOT added that its 511 Virginia tools can help travelers monitor traffic, incidents, weather, and congestion, and that travelers can also view the Thanksgiving travel trends map to identify historically slow periods on the state’s interstates.

Manassas

City of Manassas Pushes Back on VRE Proposal to Close Battle Street Crossing

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 18, 2025 at 3:13PM

Battle Street [Photo: Manassas City Flickr]

The city’s historic downtown could be in for a major transportation shake-up — but the proposal from the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) and Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission (PRTC) faced intense questioning from the Manassas City Council Monday night as council members pressed whether the plan truly works for the city’s traditional retail and event core.

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Fredericksburg

Street Fight: Fredericksburg split over traffic revamp

By Mike Salmon

Published November 18, 2025 at 3:02PM

Converting one-way streets in downtown Fredericksburg remains on the city’s to-do list, but officials are holding another round of public meetings before making any decisions. Among those weighing in is Joan McGlaughlin, who lives on the southern end of Princess Anne Street and frequently sees drivers struggling to access the train station parking lot.

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Prince William

Prince William County Real Estate Taxes Due December 5

By Potomac Local News

Published November 18, 2025 at 2:46PM

Prince William County announced that real estate taxes for the second half of 2025 are due on December 5 and urged residents who have not received a bill to contact the Taxpayer Services Office at 703-792-6710 or [email protected].

The county outlined multiple payment options, including online payments, phone payments using jurisdiction code 1036, mailing checks to the county’s Philadelphia lockbox, or paying in person at the Development Services Building in Woodbridge or the Sudley North Government Center in Manassas. Residents using mortgage companies to manage tax payments are advised to coordinate with their lender to ensure proper processing. Late payments incur a 10% penalty plus annual interest accruing monthly.

Pets

Manassas Police Seek Home for 8-Month-Old Great Pyrenees

By Potomac Local News

Published November 18, 2025 at 2:39PM

“Arthur is an 8 month old Great Pyrenes that is searching for a new place to call home,” Manassas Police Department stated. “His previous owner didn’t understand the needs that this regal breed requires so brought him to us.”

“Arthur is such a fun and happy boy that truly deserves a wonderful home,” the department added.

Politics

Democrats Outline 2026 Priorities on Minimum Wage, Paid Leave

By Potomac Local News

Published November 18, 2025 at 2:38PM

Photo: Spanberger Facebook page

“We’re grateful for the prioritization of Paid Family and Medical Leave for the 2026 General Assembly session,” Virginia Scope reported. “Virginians need the certainty of a paycheck more than ever amid skyrocketing costs, and no one should have to forgo a paycheck just to care for a loved one or a new baby.”

“Virginians elected the largest House Democratic Majority in nearly four decades because they trust us to fight for them and deliver real results,” the publication reported. “These first bills honor that trust. Our agenda is focused on lowering costs, lifting wages, expanding opportunity, protecting Virginians’ rights, and ensuring fair representation.”