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Georgetown South to hold Tapas & Tequila Fundraiser

By Uriah Kiser

Attendees will enjoy an all-you-can-eat selection of tapas, complemented by a tequila flight, two margaritas, or drinks of their choice. To sweeten the evening, a cupcake dessert will also be served. The fundraiser will feature live entertainment, ensuring a lively and enjoyable atmosphere for all guests.

Tickets for the event are priced at $50 each, offering an excellent opportunity for community members to support a good cause while enjoying a night out. All proceeds from the event will support the Georgetown South Community Council, which works to enhance the quality of life for residents in the area through various initiatives and programs.

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Exclusive: OmniRide Plans Service Expansion to Front Royal Pending Budget Approval

By Uriah Kiser

OmniRide, the leading public transit provider for Northern Virginia, is poised to expand its services to new regions, pending final budget approvals.

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City of Manassas celebrates Bee City USA designation with mural

By Kelly Sienkowski
A new wall mural at Kerbobble Toys will celebrate the Bee City USA designation of Manassas.

Manassas Town Council press release: Theresa Coates Ellis, Patron Manassas City Council Member of Manassas Bee Festival (June 22); Patricia Kouttab, Owner of Kerbobble Toys; Sherry Day, building owner of 9216 Center St.; Mark Olsen, Chair and Kristen Kiefer, Executive Director, Historic Manassas Inc., proudly announce the launch to create a new wall mural at an entrance to Historic Manassas on the wall of  Kerbobble Toys celebrating the Bee City USA designation for the City of Manassas.

On May 2021, the Manassas City Council voted unanimously to become a Bee City USA, initiated by Council Member Coates Ellis, a trained master gardener and beekeeper. With that designation, the City must hold public awareness activities to plant native and to save our pollinators, including bees. The 4th annual Manassas Bee Festival fulfills this requirement with a free family fun and educational event held on Saturday, June 22nd from 10am to 2pm.

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Travel hot spots in the Fredericksburg District

By Amelia Breeden
Looking south along the I-95 E-ZPass Express Lanes near Springfield. [Photo courtesy of Transurban]

I-95 Northbound: Exit 133 (Falmouth/Warrenton) to Exit 136 (Centreport Parkway): Tuesday – Friday, 9 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. and Friday – Saturday, 10 p.m. – 5 a.m. Single lane closure starting at 9 p.m. followed by double lane closure at 10 p.m. on I-95 northbound at mile markers 133-135 for 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension work.

Spotsylvania County: Route 1 Northbound at Route 606 (Mudd Tavern Road): Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Single lane closure for Route 606 widening project. The northbound right turn lane to eastbound Mudd Tavern Road will be closed.

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Stafford Schools honor 2024 retirees at annual retirement dinner

By Amelia Breeden
Stafford Schools 2024 retirees

Stafford County Public Schools: Stafford County Public Schools proudly bids farewell to 80 esteemed educators and service staff members who are retiring after 1,535 collective years of dedicated service with Stafford Schools at the annual Retirement Dinner on Monday, May 20, 2024.

These individuals have been pillars of our community, shaping the minds and hearts of countless students over the years. Their commitment to excellence, passion for teaching, and unwavering dedication to their craft have left an indelible mark on our school district.

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Panera to open at Embrey Mill

By Amelia Breeden

On Wednesday, May 29, Stafford’s newest Panera location is opening its doors at 6 a.m., where the first 50 guests will receive a year’s worth of of free Your Pick Two® meals. 

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Local Heroes Honored at Prince William County Chamber of Commerce’s 38th Annual Valor Awards

By Alan Gloss

The Prince William County Chamber of Commerce held its 38th Annual Valor Awards hosted by Julianna Valencia from WRC-TV in Washington, D.C., celebrating the bravery and dedication of police, fire, and rescue workers. 

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Signing Day: CTE Students Celebrated for Commitment to Future Careers

By Sarah Romero

Prince William County Public Schools Career and Technical Education program (CTE) aims to empower students by fostering academic achievement, interests, skills, and authentic learning experiences to help them thrive in an ever-evolving world.

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