Potomac Local News

Published January 22, 2026 at 11:47AM | Updated January 22, 2026 at 5:39PM

Manassas Regional Airport says it is actively monitoring a forecasted snow event expected to impact the region this weekend. Airport officials say crews, contractors, and specialized equipment are ready to respond if winter weather affects operations, with a focus on reopening runways as quickly as possible after snowfall ends.

The airport operates under an FAA-approved Snow and Ice Control Plan that outlines priorities during winter weather events. Airport stakeholders are encouraged to monitor NOTAMs, the airport’s website, and official social media channels for the latest operational updates as the storm approaches.

Weather

Major Winter Storm Likely This Weekend with Heavy Snow, Ice, and Dangerous Cold

By Potomac Local News

Published January 22, 2026 at 11:32AM

A major winter storm is increasingly likely to impact the region from late Saturday through Sunday, bringing heavy snow, areas of sleet and freezing rain, and significant travel disruptions.

Forecast confidence is high that most areas will see substantial winter weather, with some locations facing a dangerous mix of snow and ice. Bitterly cold air will follow the storm, with near record-low temperatures and wind chills lasting into early next week.

Prince William

Girls Flag Football Gets the Green Light in Prince William

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published January 21, 2026 at 3:30PM

Prince William County School Board

The Prince William County School Board unanimously backed an effort to expand girls flag football in Prince William County Schools (PWCS).

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Stafford

Stafford Backs Olive Garden, LongHorn Deals

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 21, 2026 at 3:07PM

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved meals tax incentive agreements for two Darden Restaurants brands planned for the Courthouse West area during its January 20 meeting.

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Prince William

County clears way for 191 townhomes near I-95

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 21, 2026 at 2:00PM

The Prince William Board of County Supervisors voted Tuesday to approve a rezoning request allowing a long-vacant property near I-95 to be developed as an affordable housing townhome community.

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Prince William

Margaret Franklin Resigns Woodbridge Supervisor Seat

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 21, 2026 at 1:30PM | Updated January 21, 2026 at 1:56PM

Margaret Franklin has resigned from her seat as Woodbridge District Supervisor on the Prince William County Board of Supervisors following her election to the Virginia General Assembly.

The Prince William County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Tuesday to accept the resignation of Woodbridge District Supervisor Margaret Franklin and to begin the process of filling the vacancy through a special election.

Fredericksburg

Renovations Signal Change on William Street

By Mike Salmon

Published January 21, 2026 at 1:00PM | Updated January 21, 2026 at 1:30PM

The Liberty Street side is where most of the work is being done. [Photo: Mike Salmon]

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Manassas

Exclusive: Flights from Manassas Could Reach NYC, Florida, Vegas, L.A.

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 21, 2026 at 1:00PM

A rendering shows passenger planes serving the Manassas Regional Airport Terminal.

Commercial flights from Manassas Regional Airport could one day take passengers to destinations ranging from New York City and Boston to Florida, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles, according to exclusive details shared with Potomac Local News by a Manassas City Council member.

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Manassas

Manassas Crash Kills 74-Year-Old Woman

By Potomac Local News

Published January 20, 2026 at 4:30PM

A 74-year-old woman died after her car was hit by a pickup truck that reportedly ran a red light in Manassas on Friday.

Police say the crash happened around 1:52 p.m. on January 19 at the intersection of Liberia Avenue and the Davis Ford Shopping Center. A black Ram pickup allegedly failed to stop at the red light and struck a tan Toyota sedan that was turning left. The driver of the sedan, identified as Marjorie Reynolds, was seriously injured and later died at a nearby hospital.