Potomac Local News

Red Apple Tobacco robbed at gunpoint; Suspects at large

Published November 20, 2023 at 4:31PM

Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office needs your help identifying two individuals involved in an armed robbery that occurred Friday afternoon [November 17, 2023].”

“On November 17th at approximately 4:56 p.m. deputies responded to Red Apple Tobacco, located at 432 Garrisonville Road, for reports of an armed robbery. It was discovered two suspects entered the business and one brandished a firearm towards staff. As the suspects stole multiple items, they demanded staff to open the cash register and proceeded to steal cash.”

Business

eSTOL plane makes successful test flight at Manassas Regional Airport

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 20, 2023 at 4:30PM

Electra.aero, Inc.: “Electra announced today that it has successfully completed the first flights of its EL-2 Goldfinch, a hybrid-electric, ultra-short takeoff and landing (eSTOL) aircraft.”

“The Goldfinch completed an all-electric test flight on November 11 and a hybrid-electric flight on November 19, both piloted by Cody Allee, from the Manassas Regional Airport in Virginia. The first hybrid flight lasted 23 minutes, reached an altitude of 3,200 feet, and covered a distance of approximately 30 miles,” said Electra’s Vice President and General Manager JP Stewart. “We’re looking forward to further expanding the envelope of this aircraft and demonstrating the full capability of Electra’s technology.”

Prince William

Search continues for man who fled fatal I-95 crash

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 20, 2023 at 1:55PM

Virginia State Police: “At 5:08 a.m. Sunday (Nov. 19, 2023), Virginia State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash in Prince William County. A tractor-trailer and an Infiniti collided in the southbound lanes of I-95 at the 156-mile marker. The tractor-trailer struck the pillar supporting the flyover ramp, which caused the trailer to rip open and lose its contents.”

“While the driver of the sedan was being treated by EMS at the scene, he left the ambulance and fled the scene on foot. State police is continuing its efforts to locate the driver. Anyone with information about the individual is encouraged to contact the Virginia State Police at 804-750-8798 or by email at [email protected].”

Event

Dialogue for Democracy

November 3, 2026 1:00 pm -5:30 pm

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George Mason University, Buchanan Hall

4379 Mason Pond Drive

Fairfax, Virginia 22030

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High school students from across the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region are invited to participate in Dialogue for Democracy at George Mason University!

Hosted by the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution, this event offers high school students an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations about democracy, civic engagement, and the importance of understanding different perspectives.

Business

Prince William Chamber vacates ‘chamber’ building in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 20, 2023 at 12:45PM

Prince William Chamber moves out of Capital Court.

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Virginia

Report: Virginia’s Thanksgiving meal more expensive than national average

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 20, 2023 at 12:39PM

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“The national average for a Thanksgiving meal for 10 in 2023 is $61.17, down from a record high of $64.05 in 2022, according to an annual survey by the American Farm Bureau Federation.”

Business

EXCLUSIVE: Buc-ee’s mega gas station considering Embrey Mill location

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 20, 2023 at 9:53AM

Just in time for Thanksgiving travel, the busiest time of the year on highways across the U.S., we’re learning Stafford County is working to lure the Walmart of gas stations.

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Prince William

Prince William County Government Thanksgiving closures

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 20, 2023 at 6:20AM

Prince William County Government: “PWC government offices, including courts and Prince William Public Libraries, will be closed Nov. 23 and Nov. 24 in observance of Thanksgiving. The PWC Landfill and the Balls Ford Road Composting Facility will be closed Nov. 23 only. For library closures: https://www.pwcva.gov/department/library/branch-locations-hours“

News

Thanksgiving school closures

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 20, 2023 at 6:17AM | Updated August 13, 2024 at 6:25PM

Prince William County Public Schools: “There is no school for students on Wednesday, November 22. All PWCS schools and offices will be closed on Thursday, November 23, and Friday, November 24 in observance of Thanksgiving.”

Stafford County Public Schools: “Thanksgiving Break begins on Wednesday, November 22. If you or someone you know might be experiencing food insecurity over break, please visit our website at http://staffordschools.net to access a list of local food assistance organizations in Stafford County.”

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