Schools

Stafford County Public Schools adopted a revised $409 million budget for the 2024 fiscal year starting July 1.

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Starting May 1, 2023, Harbour Grille will release its new menu. Serving traditional meals, Sunday brunch, and live music Harbour Grille can be found at 13188 Marina Way, Woodbridge.

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Opinion

Following the Prince William Board of County Supervisors’ vote to approve the Comprehensive Plan Amendment for the Digital Gateway last November, I urge the Planning Commission and Board of County Supervisors to continue moving forward with efforts to implement the transformative vision of the project.

The Prince William Digital Gateway aligns with the county’s strategic plan. It provides an array of benefits through an increased tax base to fund opportunities for schools, affordable housing, parks, trails, public health, transportation, and other services.


Event

Join us on Sunday, May 31st, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a beautifully curated afternoon celebrating the romance and inspiration of European travel. We recommend arriving at 2:45 PM for the best seating. We’ll begin with a brief presentation highlighting unforgettable journeys along Europe’s iconic rivers with AmaWaterways, followed by a special screening of Under the Tuscan Sun — a heartwarming story set against the breathtaking landscapes of Tuscany and the transformative power of embracing life abroad. A minimum $5 per person donation to Manna Food Center is required to attend, and we are proud to match donations up to $500. You may also elect to donate more. Non-perishable food donations are also warmly welcomed. Raffle proceeds will benefit Manna as well, helping provide nourishment and support to families in our community. Come immerse yourself in the beauty of Europe, enjoy wonderful company, and make a meaningful difference. We look forward to welcoming you.


A Stafford County leader floated the idea of re-enacting the BPOL tax on businesses.

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Features

On April 22, 2023, Hampton Inn Manassas unveiled a life-sized LOVE artwork, now on display at 7295 Williamson Boulevard near Manassas. 

Created as part of a state and local partnership to promote travel and tourism, the artwork is an extension of the 50-year-old “Virginia is for Lovers” brand.


Prince William

There’s a new promise to build a Virginia Railway Express station at Potomac Shores near Dumfries.

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Prince William

A Chesterfield County man is in a Prince William County jail today after being released from the hospital following a police chase and shooting earlier this month.

According to police, Micheal C. Davis, 34, abducted Tatiana David, 34, from her Ithaca, N.Y. home and traveled to Virginia, where a police officer tried to stop him on Wednesday, April 5. The driver led police on a chase to Triangle, where he crashed his car, and began shooting at police, said authorities.


Business

(The Center Square) – Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin took historic steps by signing an executive order establishing a foreign trade office while meeting with President Tsai Ing-wen of Taiwan in Taipei earlier today, kicking off his Asian tour.

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Mayor Kevin Brown snapped this photo of a rainbow over Potomac Avenue, the town’s main street. The photos show a view of the town, looking east toward the Potomac River.

The high temperature on Wednesday climbed to 67 degrees. The day began with sunny skies, and then clouds rolled in at about 1 p.m. Rain began to fall at about 3 p.m.