Potomac Local News

Published March 6, 2024 at 12:54PM | Updated March 7, 2024 at 10:17AM

Dumfries Triangle Rescue Squad on Graham Park Road in Dumfries.

During the recent town council meeting, Tangela Innis, Dumfries Town Manager, spearheaded a discussion on establishing a civil engagement and recreation department.

This dialogue gained momentum during the Town Council meeting on Tuesday, March 4, 2024, as the town geared up to unveil its newest community center, slated to open at the old Dumfries-Triangle Rescue Squad on Graham Park Road, reflecting the growing need for enhanced recreational offerings within the community. A new community center is also slated to open as part of The Rose gaming facility.

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Stafford adds 70-acres to PDR program

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 6, 2024 at 12:18PM

Stafford County recently added a 70-acre farm to its Purchase of Development Rights Program (PDR). Bringing the total number of acres preserved by the program to 1,105 and the number of development rights retired to 286.

More in Stafford County’s press release:

Health

The Fredericksburg Regional Continuum of Care awarded grant

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 6, 2024 at 12:17PM

Fredericksburg Continuum of Care: On January 22, 2024 the Fredericksburg Regional Continuum of Care (CoC) received funding in the amount of $21,000 to support the Community Based Eligibility Worker Program to provide outreach to individuals and families experiencing homeless to access Medicaid and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) more easily.

hoThe CoC is the federally mandated coalition responsible for planning and implementing homeless services throughout Planning District 16, including the Counties of Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania, and Stafford, and the City of Fredericksburg.

Business

Zeiders Enterprises celebrates its 40th anniversary

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 6, 2024 at 12:11PM

Zeiders headquarters

Zeiders Enterprises, Inc. (Zeiders) is pleased to announce that March 2024 marks the 40th anniversary for the company.

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Business

First V/O Med Spa in Virginia to open at Stonebridge

By Potomac Local News

Published March 6, 2024 at 12:11PM

The family firm that opened the Hand and Stone Massage at Dillingham Square in Lake Ridge will open a new franchise in Woodbridge.

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Prince William

Northern Virginia Housing Expo returns

By Amelia Breeden

Published March 6, 2024 at 11:50AM | Updated March 6, 2024 at 12:13PM

Visitors navigate the many exhibitor booths at last year's NOVA Housing Expo. Photo by Chris Douthat

The 14th annual Northern Virginia Housing Expo will be held on Saturday, March 23. The Expo is free and open to the public and will run between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Charles J. Colgan High School, 13833 Dumfries Road, Manassas.

More information can be found in a Prince William County press release:

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Rain, fog blanket Mid-Atlantic Region | Prince William Parks and Rec sponsors our weather posts

By Potomac Local News

Published March 6, 2024 at 8:13AM

Summer Job Alert: Parks and Recreation Hiring Seasonal Workers Now! Want to earn some extra cash this summer and enjoy your job at the same time? PWC Parks and Recreation is now hiring for seasonal jobs.. Camp Counselors, Lifeguards, Cooks and more…

Residents in the Mid-Atlantic region can expect unsettled weather as a low-pressure system tracks up the East Coast, accompanied by a cold front advancing from the Ohio River Valley. According to the National Weather Service, this system will bring a mix of rain, fog, and drizzle to the area through tonight.

Prince William

4 displaced, firefighter injured in blaze still under investigation

By Potomac Local News

Published March 5, 2024 at 2:22PM

Fire and rescue crews were called to a townhouse fire in the 10100 block of Cannon Ball Court near Manassas on Monday, March 4, at 10:09 p.m.

The occupants smelled smoke and discovered a fire on the home’s first floor. Prince William County Assistant Fire and Rescue Chief Matt Smolksy said all were safely evacuated before the arrival of fire and rescue units.

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Cold cases solved: Police arrest Stafford man in murder cases dating back nearly 40 years

By Potomac Local News

Published March 5, 2024 at 2:08PM | Updated March 6, 2024 at 1:24PM

Harrison arrested

Police in Stafford and Fairfax counties say they arrested a suspect in the slayings of 18-year-old Amy Baker and 4032-year-old Jaqueline Lord in 1989 and 1986, respectively.

Stafford County Sheriff’s Major Shawn Kimmitz credits the excellent work of detectives from both agencies, who used DNA evidence to identify a suspect.