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“Considered the most prestigious award in the public/private infrastructure industry, the P3 Award recognizes the productive partnership among the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), I-66 Express Mobility Partners (I-66 EMP, a consortium of private developers Cintra, Meridiam, and APG), the developer and operator of the 66 Express Outside the Beltway facility, and design/build contractor FAM Construction (a joint venture of Ferrovial Construction and Allan Myers VA).”


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Prince William Police Department: Shooting Investigation *SUSPECT IDENTIFIED – On October 26, detectives identified the suspect sought in connection to the shooting that was reported to have occurred outside of a residence located in the 14500 block of Earlham Court in Woodbridge on October 16. While investigating the incident, detectives identified the suspect as Michael Carlos DUNCAN, and following the investigation, obtained warrants for his arrest. Attempts to locate the accused have been unsuccessful. Wanted: [No Photo Available] Michael Carlos DUNCAN, 43, of the 14700 block of Candlewood Court in Woodbridge. Described as a black male, approximately 5’6, 200lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. Wanted for abduction, use of a firearm in commission of a felony, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and aggravated malicious wounding.”

Shooting Investigation [Previously Released] – On October 16 at 7:13 p.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 14500 block of Earlham Court in Woodbridge to investigate a shooting. The investigation revealed the victim, a 39-year-old man, was speaking to the occupants of a white Kia Soul in front of the residence, when an altercation ensued. During the encounter, a male passenger in the vehicle fired a handgun towards the victim, striking him once in the lower body. The victim retreated to the home and fired his own weapon multiple towards the vehicle. The female driver of the vehicle was known to the victim from a previous relationship. The victim was treated at an area hospital for his non-life threatening injury. No other injuries or property damage were reported. This incident was not random. Detectives are actively following-up on leads regarding the identity of the shooter. The investigation continues.”


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I-95 Northbound: Exit 110 (Ladysmith) to Exit 126 (Spotsylvania): Sunday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 5:30 a.m. Varying single and double lane closures for paving work at mile markers 111-121.

I-95 Southbound: Exit 140 (Courthouse Road) to Exit 133 (Route 17): Monday – Thursday, 9 p.m. – 10 a.m. and Thursday – Friday, 9 p.m. – 6 a.m. Varying single and double lane closures between interchanges for 95 Express Lanes Fredericksburg Extension construction.


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The wider road section is the last in three road projects that began in the early 2000s to widen Route 1 in Woodbridge from four to six lanes between Neabsco Creek to the Occoquan River. l

Officials cut the ribbon on the two-mile Featherstone Road to Mary’s Way segment on Thursday, October 26, 2023.


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Prince William Chamber of Commerce: “Colonial Downs Group announces $50,000 donation to The Prince William Chamber Foundation. The celebration of the donation took place October 25th at Preston’s Pub in Manassas Park.”

“The press conference marks the first major donation to The Prince William Chamber Foundation, recently launched by the Prince William Chamber Chamber of Commerce. The mission of the new Foundation is to encourage and support business development through workforce development, education, community outreach, and through larger service. Programming for the Foundation focuses on the three pillars of first responders and veterans, women, and workforce education.”


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Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce: “The U.S. Chamber of Commerce named River Rock Outfitter, a member of the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce, as one of seven finalist for its “Americas Top Small Business” Awards. River Rock Outfitter was recognized alongside the six other finalist from across the country and celebrated at the America’s top Small Business Summit Awards Gala at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s historic headquarters in Washington, D.C. on October 19th.”

“The recognition comes after River Rock Outfitter was named one of America’s top 70 small businesses last month. We are proud to have them as an outstanding member of our chamber and our community.”


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“Commissioners will render recommendations on the two rezoning requests by QTS Realty Trust Inc. and another by Compass Datacenters in one meeting on Nov. 8, a day following the 2023 general election.”