I certainly hope it’s a coincidence that at the same time Woodbridge Supervisor Margaret Franklin’s signs appeared in Woodbridge, nearly 10 of her opponent Jeannie LaCroix’s signs were vandalized, ripped down, stolen and even run over by a truck.
In stark contrast to Supervisor Franklin’s signs, most illegally placed in VDOT right of ways, Ms. LaCroix’s dozens of signs in Woodbridge District are all placed on private property with the permission of the landowners.
National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “A cold front will push through today, bringing another round of afternoon thunderstorms, a few of which may be strong to severe.”
“Today: Scattered showers between 11 am and 2 pm, then scattered showers and thunderstorms after 2 pm. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 91. Southwest wind 6 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.”
Prince William County Supervisor Jeanine Lawson: “In their dedication to address pressing concerns within the community, Prince William Supervisor Jeanine Lawson and Fairfax County Supervisor Pat Herrity are pleased to extend an invitation to a virtual town hall event centered around the escalating issue of panhandling in Northern Virginia.”
“Panhandling has prompted community leaders from Fairfax County and Prince William to come together to explore viable solutions. The virtual town hall will provide a platform for an open dialogue among residents aiming to tackle this multifaceted issue with a shared approach.”
OmniRide: “OmniRide’s Service Change will take effect on Monday, August 21. Schedules for Express and Metro Express will change on that date. On August 26, 2023, OmniRide will add Saturday Service to Local mobility services in Manassas and Manassas Park.”
“OmniRide has added extended late evening Express service from D.C. to Prince William County. Three late evening trips will originate in DC on the Gainesville/L’Enfant Plaza/Navy Yard (612) route, and they will arrive at the Pentagon at 7pm, 8pm, and 9pm. Riders bound for eastern Prince William can transfer to buses to the Horner Road, Telegraph Road, 234 and OmniRide Commuter Lots. 612 buses will continue to the Balls Ford, University and Heathcote Commuter Lots.”
Churchill Downs Inc.: “Churchill Downs Incorporated (CDI) announced today a formal court order has been issued placing a pari-mutuel referendum on the Manassas Park ballot on November 7. The order follows a successful petition drive to gain signatures of at least 5% of the registered voters in the city asking that the matter be placed on this fall’s ballot.”
“Speaking about the strong local support for the petition effort and the upcoming election, CDI Chief Executive Officer Bill Carstanjen stated, “Churchill Downs is excited to have this opportunity to bring our iconic brand and this new entertainment opportunity to Manassas Park.”
Stafford County sheriff: “A Woodbridge man was jailed for numerous offenses after a traffic stop in South Stafford yesterday afternoon. On August 12th at 7:33 p.m. Sergeant B.U. Demirci observed a red Ford Taurus being operated with stolen license plates. Deputy B.M. Taylor responded to assist and a high-risk traffic stop was conducted near the intersection of White Oak Road and Town and Country Drive.”
“The 50-year-old driver had a strong odor of alcoholic beverage on his breath and was arrested. He was ultimately charged with possession of stolen property, DUI second offense in ten years, driving revoked, driving after forfeiture of license, refusal, obstruction of justice, improper display of license plates and open title on a vehicle. [Jihad Saboor, of Woodbridge] was held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail on a $3,000 bond.”
95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension (Fred Ex): “The 10-mile mainline between Garrisonville Road and Route 17 is anticipated to open southbound at 10 p.m. on Thursday, August 17. The Lanes will be ready for northbound traffic the following morning, August 18, per normal summer reversal schedule. Remaining access points along the project corridor are anticipated to open late 2023.”
The extension runs from Garrisonville Road (Route 610) in North Stafford to Route 17 (Warrenton Road) near Fredericksburg. At the Stafford County Courthouse, Gov. Glen Youngkin will open the new lanes during a ceremony on Wednesday, August 16, 2023.
