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Prince William and Stafford County Business Owners Eligible for SBA Disaster Funding Following Bridge Collapse and Port Closure

By Uriah Kiser
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed on March 28, 2024. [Photo: USDOT Facebook]

The collapse, which occurred on March 26, 2024, has had a far-reaching impact on commerce and transport across the region, necessitating these federal measures. Eligible areas extend beyond Maryland and include certain counties in Delaware, the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.

The SBA is offering up to $2 million in loans to businesses and non-profit organizations. Interest rates for businesses and small agricultural cooperatives are set at 4.000% and 3.250% for non-profit organizations. The loan terms may extend up to 30 years, depending on the borrower’s financial condition. Applications are open until December 30, 2024.

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On the Move

By Amelia Breeden
[Photo by Leon Wu on Unsplash]

Incoming students have enrolled at McDaniel College as members of the Class of 2028. This list includes students who have deposited as of May 3, 2024. Micah Hagander and Sydney Turner of Stafford.

The following people were recently initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines: Yanyna Yaich of Woodbridge at the University of West Alabama and Nina Buckley of Montclair at George Mason University.

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Student found with brass knuckles charged

By Uriah Kiser
Patriot High School in Prince William County, VA

Authorities at Patriot High School in Brentsville were alerted to the presence of a weapon on school premises following a tip received through the See Something Say Something App.

The School Resource Officer (SRO) was notified on May 7 at 10:24 a.m., indicating that a student had been in possession of a weapon the previous evening during an after-school function. The investigation revealed that the student was seen with metal knuckles, police said.

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Supporting those who Served: Veterans Docket Graduates Six

By Alan Gloss
Judge Jarvis shakes hands with keynote speaker Joe Houser thanking him for his support of the program. [Photo: Prince William County Government]

The graduates gave heartfelt speeches. In one, a program alum described reaching a low point in his post-military life: “I went from being a problem-solver to being the problem,” he said as he choked back tears.

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Get Ahead: New Starbucks Proposed Near Dumfries

By Uriah Kiser
Photo by Sorin Sîrbu on Unsplash

The Prince William County Planning Commission will hear plans for a new Starbucks in the Princeton Woods neighborhood of Woodbridge. The proposed location for the Starbucks is at 17050 Richmond Highway, just south of the intersection with Pine Bluff Road.

This new development, covering about an acre, will include a drive-through facility as part of the restaurant. The company is applying for a special use permit to allow that drive-through lane.

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Prince William official says county ‘erroneously’ granted developer Miller & Smith dumping permit at Belmont Bay

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Prince William County has rescinded permits granted to a developer to dump construction debris on what used to be the Belmont Bay subdivision’s golf course as work continues on an expansion to the waterfront community.

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Lane Ranger: Public input sought for Route 123/I-95 Interchange

By Lane Ranger

Well, saddle up, partner! Let me tell you what them transportation officials over at VDOT are plannin’ to do. They’re fixin’ to make some big changes to the way folks travel ’round here, all aimed at smoothin’ out the ride and makin’ things safer for every cowboy and cowgirl on the road.

First off, they’re plannin’ a major overhaul to make the journey smoother and safer for all. They’re gonna rip out that old northbound Route 123 loop ramp to southbound I-95 at Lake Ridge, which’s been causin’ more headaches than a whiskey hangover. In its place, they’re settin’ up a brand new signalized left-turn, so folks can merge onto the interstate without havin’ to speed up like they’re dodgin’ bullets.

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Prince William County Community Foundation Prepares for Fourth Annual Back-to-School Bash: 3,000 Backpacks and Counting

By Kelly Sienkowski

School may not even be out for the summer, but some in the community are already planning what children will need when they return to class in August.

The Prince William County Community Foundation (PWCCF) is gearing up for its fourth annual Back-to-School Community Event, anticipated to attract as many as 8,000 attendees, a significant increase from last year’s 6,000. This year’s event, scheduled for August 3, 2024, at Unity Reed High School near Manassas, will feature a substantial giveaway of over 3,000 backpacks filled with school supplies, up from 2,500 last year.

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Exclusive: Jefferson Talks About Her First 100 Days in Prince William: Data Centers, Tax Relief, and Civility 

By Alan Gloss
Desundra Jefferson, Prince William Board of County Supervisors Chair At-large [Photo: Alan Gloss]

Potomac Local News recently interviewed Deshundra Jefferson, Chair of the Prince William County Board of Supervisors, to discuss her initial 100 days in office and her future plans for the county.

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Man, 18, charged with malicious wounding

By Uriah Kiser
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[Redacted] was charged with malicious wounding following an altercation at a local church. The incident occurred on the evening of May 2 at the Chapel Springs Assembly of God Church in Bristow.

According to police reports, officers were called to the scene at 11:44 p.m. after receiving reports of an assault. The investigation revealed that the confrontation began as a verbal altercation during a sporting activity and escalated. [Redacted], identified as the accused, grabbed the 17-year-old victim, scratched his neck, and initially separated.

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