Potomac Local News

2024 Bluebell Festival is almost here

Published April 4, 2024 at 3:36PM

Bluebells herald the arrival of spring at the Stone Bridge on Bull Run

“The Bluebell Festival is almost here! Please join us on Sunday, April 7, to welcome spring, celebrate nature close to home, and view the fabulous Virginia Bluebells that carpet the Cedar Run shoreline for nearly a mile.”

“Meet local organizations and people who are working to improve our community. With some of the best Northern Virginia naturalists leading tours and activities, we’re looking forward to a special day at an outstanding natural area. Family-friendly (no pets allowed) and free of charge (bring cash for vendors).” More info from Prince William Conservation Alliance.

Youngkin signs 100 bills, many sponsored by Democrats

By Potomac Local News

Published April 4, 2024 at 3:02PM

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R)

By Morgan Sweeney

(The Center Square) — Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed 100 bills into law on Tuesday and vetoed four, bringing his tally so far this session to over 360 bills signed and a record 132 vetoed.

Schools

Manassas schools propose calendar overhaul to enhance teacher development

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 4, 2024 at 2:48PM

Manassas City Public Schools has released recommendations for the 2024-2025 academic calendar. These recommendations focus on optimizing professional development opportunities for teachers while maintaining instructional integrity for students.

Under the guidance of Katy Keegan, Director of Professional Learning, and Dr. Ed Stephenson, Director of Instruction, the division proposes a broad range of professional learning needs across grade levels. For grades K-6, the emphasis is on literacy, including the Science of Reading through Canvas courses, new intervention programs, and individualized reading plans for grades K-3.

Prince William

Spanberger to present $2.5 million check to Prince William supervisors

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 4, 2024 at 2:38PM

Prince William County told its residents Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.7th) will be in Woodbridge On Tuesday, April 9, 2024.

It’s the latest stop for Spanberger, who is on a regional tour presenting ceremonial checks with her congressional office logo and doling out federal funds for transportation projects. Last week, Spanbeger presented a ceremonial check for $1.7 million to Stafford County supervisors.

Quantico

Pedestrian struck on I-95 near Quantico

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 4, 2024 at 2:16PM

State police tell us:

Virginia State Police is investigating a crash involving a pedestrian and two vehicles which occurred at 8:45 a.m. Monday (April 1, 2024) on Interstate 95 southbound at the 148-mile marker in Prince William County.

Prince William

Service Authority begins annual spring water system flushing

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 4, 2024 at 1:31PM

Prince William County Service Authority: From late March until mid-May 2024, Prince William County Service Authority personnel and trucks will be at various locations throughout our service area to perform the annual water system flushing.

Crews will open fire hydrants in brief intervals to forcefully draw water through our network of pipes and dislodge sediments and minerals that may have collected during the year.

Features

Occoquan to host 16th annual Duck Splash Race

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 4, 2024 at 1:30PM

On April 1, tickets go on sale online for the 16th Annual Occoquan Duck Splash Race. This year’s race will take place during the town’s spring Riverfest and Craft Show event.

Features

The ARTfactory celebrates its 40th anniversary

By Amelia Breeden

Published April 4, 2024 at 1:29PM

ARTfactory, a creative arts center dedicated to providing quality programming in the visual and performing arts to Manassas, Prince William County, and surrounding areas, celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.

Read more in the ARTfactory’s press release:

Schools

UMW extends enrollment deadline for first-year students

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 4, 2024 at 8:59AM

The University of Mary Washington has extended the enrollment deadline for admitted first-year undergraduate students to June 1, 2024, allowing an additional month for students and families to review financial aid.