News

Nearly 20 cars destroyed in warehouse blaze

By Uriah Kiser

Stafford County Fire and Rescue: “At 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 1st, units with Stafford County Fire and Rescue (SCFR) were dispatched for a reported structure fire initially reported along Banks Ford Parkway. While en route, the address was updated to the 00 block of Le Way near McWhirt Loop.”

“Due to the address change, units arrived on the scene less than 10 minutes later, reporting multiple vehicles on fire and a single story, industrial warehouse with fire showing from the front of the building. As crews began their fire attack, the fire vented through the roof. A total of 18 vehicles and one all-terrain vehicle were damaged.”

Go to Nearly 20 cars destroyed in warehouse blaze Read more
News

Today’s weather forecast | Sponsored by the ‘Fridays at 5’ Concert Series

By Uriah Kiser

National Weather Service Baltimore-Washington: “Showers and thunderstorms are expected today, with strong to severe storms especially in central VA and the central Shenandoah Valley. Highs today will range from the mid-70s in the mountains to the upper 80s elsewhere.”

“Today: A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11am. Widespread haze. Patchy fog between 7 am and 8 am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 87. South wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.”

Go to Today’s weather forecast | Sponsored by the ‘Fridays at 5’ Concert Series Read more
Virginia

Natural Bridge now fully under state ownership

By Uriah Kiser
Virginia's Natural Bridge, a National Historic Landmark. [Photo: Virginia Department of Conservation]

“The property was previously held by the Trust for Public Land (TPL), a national nonprofit organization that works to protect public land. The organization worked with the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) through its acquisition process to transfer the property to the Commonwealth for permanent stewardship. It has been managed as a Virginia State Park since 2016.”

“The park’s master plan (PDF) (PDF), approved in 2021, called for making several improvements after the state took ownership, including moving Route 11 off the bridge, as recommended by the Virginia Department of Transportation.”

Go to Natural Bridge now fully under state ownership Read more
News

Updated: Dogs attack child, 2 adults in Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

July 3, 2023, update from Manassas police: “The juvenile is a 9-year-old male, and the dogs are pit bulls.”

Original Post — Manassas City Police: “On June 26th, the Manassas City Police Department responded to an incident on the 9000 block of Winterset Drive involving three individuals bitten by canines. An investigation by our Animal Control Division revealed that the incident began when two dogs were inadvertently let out of the property. During the effort to get two canines back to their residence, one of the two canines began to bite a minor; an adult female relative grabbed the canine and pulled it off the child, allowing the child to get to safety.’

Go to Updated: Dogs attack child, 2 adults in Manassas Read more
Prince William

Two 16-year-olds charged in Woodbridge double shooting

By Uriah Kiser
[Scott Rodgerson/Unsplash]

The victims were then transported to an area hospital where they are expected to recover. The investigation revealed the two victims were near the playground area when they encountered two other males, later identified as the two accused. At one point during the encounter, a verbal altercation escalated before shots were fired, striking the two victims. The suspects fled the area on foot prior to police arriving at the location.

“While checking the area, officers and a police K-9 located and detained both suspects who were in possession of the firearms. No additional injuries or property damage were reported. Following the investigation, the two accused, both identified as 16-year-old male juveniles, were arrested. In addition, one of the accused was found in possession of suspected illegal narcotics.”

Go to Two 16-year-olds charged in Woodbridge double shooting Read more
Business

Travelers with canceled flights get free margaritas

By Uriah Kiser
Bahama Breeze Potomac Mills opened in 2013.

Press release: “To help ease that frustration, Bahama Breeze wants to give these travelers the island escape they deserve and can always find at Bahama Breeze by offering a “Flight for a Flight” – a FREE margarita flight in exchange for proof of a canceled airline flight at restaurants located near some of the country’s busiest airports – including in Washington D.C.”

“From July 1 – July 8 (the July 4th holiday travel week), guests in Washington DC can redeem their free margarita flight when they visit a nearby participating restaurant and show their server proof of a flight that was canceled during the holiday week via an email from the airline. A full list of participating restaurants and additional offer details can be found here.”

Go to Travelers with canceled flights get free margaritas Read more
Breaking News

Anonymous tip leads Stafford fire marshal to illegal fireworks

By Uriah Kiser

Stafford County Fire and Rescue Department: “On Wednesday, June 28th, the Stafford County Fire Marshal’s Office received an anonymous tip regarding the presence of possible illegal fireworks in the White Oak area of the county. On Thursday, June 29th, a Stafford County Deputy Fire Marshal went to the reported address in the 200 block of McCarty Road, and upon exiting his vehicle observed a large amount of what appeared to be illegal fireworks in plain view.

“The business did have an existing fire prevention code permit, which meant the business could be subject to inspection at any time. A subsequent inspection led to the seizure of a multitude of illegal fireworks with an estimated retail value of more than $600,000. The Stafford County Fire Marshal’s Office continues to investigate, and charges are pending against the two individuals involved.”

Go to Anonymous tip leads Stafford fire marshal to illegal fireworks Read more
View More Stories