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After 2 teens die of fentanyl overdoses, leaders uninformed, experts say

By Uriah Kiser
Mike Van Metre, "Vee," James "Chips" Stewart, and Gina Ciarcia host a panel discussion on opioid epidemic.

A panel of addiction experts called on the community to pay closer attention to the rise of opioid addiction.

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Citizen survey says: Stafford is safe, transportation network stinks

By Rick Horner
Winding Creek Road in Stafford County [VDOT]

A presentation was made during a meeting of the Stafford County Board of Supervisors regarding a survey regarding the livability of the county.

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White homers twice in second straight FredNats win

By Potomac Local News

Before the skies opened and postponed the second game of the doubleheader to Thursday, the FredNats and Hillcats got the first game in with the FredNats taking a 7-5 win.

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Healthy to 100: Social Connection, Brain Health & the New Longevity (Virtual Event)

Online event (see link)

What if the secret to a longer, sharper life isn’t found in a pill, but in the people around you?

Join us for a conversation on the science & power of human connection, featuring Ken Stern, author of the just-released “Healthy to 100: How Strong Social Ties Lead to Long Lives,” and Dr. Sara Doyle, MD, a Sunday Health cognitive neurologist specializing in dementia prevention and care.

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Publisher’s Notes: Flood watch, escaped horses

By Potomac Local News

I’ve always considered a daily news roundup post an important feature to have on PotomacLocalNews.com.

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Bank, strong-armed robberies reported in Prince William County

By Potomac Local News

Police are on the scene of a bank robbery at an Apple Federal Credit Union.

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Strong pitching powers FredNats to win in Lynchburg opener

By Potomac Local News
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In the series opener of what is a crucial series for the FredNats’ first-half chances, Fredericksburg got the job done in nail-biting fashion, beating the Lynchburg Hillcats by a score of 3-2.

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SAVE 20% on a new membership to our news community

By Uriah Kiser

There are few things better than the sense of belonging you feel when you’re a part of a community.

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Veterans Growing America pop-up shop aims to connect veterans to business

By Uriah Kiser
Rawna Elghandour and Sabrina Xaviar, of FastSigns in Stafford County, put up signs for a new Veterans Growing America pop-up store in Woodbridge.

There’s a new pop-up shop at Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center.

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‘Shop the Park:’ City using coronavirus funds to pair residents with restaurants

By Potomac Local News
Manassas Park City Hall

The Manassas Park Economic Development Authority is holding an event where residents can receive a $25 voucher to use at local restaurants.

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