By KJ Mushung
North Stafford, Va. — Stafford fire and rescue units responded to a call about smoke in a house on the 1400 block of Washington Drive in Aquia Harbour on Monday afternoon. No one was hurt, and there were no flames.
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Cannons will fire at Ft. Belvoir between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. as the 3rd U.S. Infantry, or the “Old Guard,” will be training on the Army post with their ceremonial cannon.
The cannon will fire to the south to minimize sound intrusion to area neighbors, according to Fairfax County Mt. Vernon Supervisor Gerry Hyland.
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Occoquan, Va. — A new website has dedicated itself to providing information about Occoquan.
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Occoquan, Va. –– If you’re a fan of, great music, and fun, and craft shows, get ready for Occoquan’s annual Spring Craft Fair.
Store employees will hand out the gift cards, valued between $5 and $250 to the first 100 customers in line. They’ll also be things for children to do, like free face painting and a children eat free at the store’s restaurant between noon and 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Radio Disney is scheduled to appear at the store for music and giveaways on Sunday, said IKEA spokeswoman Wendy Rogers.
Dale City, Va. — Senate hopeful George Allen will make a campaign stop in Dale City on Saturday morning.
The former Republican Virginia Governor will speak at a “Veterans for Allen” breakfast at VFW Post 1503 on Minneiville Road at 10:30 a.m.
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Woodbridge, Va. — It has one of the most confusing drive-through lanes of any of the fast food restaurant in the Potomac Communities, but that hasn’t kept away the thousands who clamor for chicken sandwiches.
Chick-fil-A on Prince William Parkway in Woodbridge has been recognized at the top-performing restaurant in the fast food chain.
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Update: Fred Lynn Middle School students and staff are safe and have re-entered the school after being evacuated for a gas leak. The Fire Department and gas company have given the all-clear. Students will be given lunch. Dismissal will be at the regular time.
-Prince William County Public Schools
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By Uriah Kiser
Dumfries, Va. — Over the next eight months, Dumfries aims to revitalize the town’s older commercial neighborhoods, connect more visitors with its waterfront, and attract new businesses.
Lake Ridge, Va. — Occoquan residents and the town’s mayor have reacted to Prince William officials’ decision to allow construction of an office building just outside the town limits.