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Major drug and firearms bust in Manassas: Four arrested in coordinated operation

Published February 2, 2024 at 1:54PM | Updated February 4, 2024 at 8:23AM

In a joint operation, the Manassas City Police Department, working in collaboration with the Prince William County Vice Narcotics Task Force, Prince William County Street Crimes Unit, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF), successfully executed arrest and search warrants leading to the apprehension of four individuals involved in the possession and distribution of narcotics, as well as illegal possession of firearms within Manassas.

During the operation, law enforcement arrested four individuals, revealing a significant cache of illegal narcotics and firearms in their possession. Subsequently, a search warrant was executed at a home in Manassas, resulting in the seizure of additional contraband, Manassas police state in a press release.

Woodbridge civic assoc. to discuss Featherstone shopping center redevelopment, trails

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 2, 2024 at 9:10AM | Updated August 28, 2024 at 7:42AM

Occoquan Greenway Bridge Offers New Trail Connection for Pedestrians and Bicyclists [Photo: Prince William County Parks and Rec]

Featherstone shopping center redevelopment

Joe Jacobs, Vice President at Elm Street Communities, will take the floor to present plans for partially redeveloping the Featherstone shopping center. The ambitious project includes adding a new coffee shop, housing units, and revitalizing part of the vacant commercial space adjacent to Gabe’s clothing store.

HVAC troubles plague Prince William County’s $17 million animal shelter

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 1, 2024 at 3:57PM | Updated February 4, 2024 at 8:25AM

Prince William County Animal Services Center.

Updated 7:30 a.m. Feb. 2, 2024 — Residents and officials in Prince William County are grappling with HVAC issues at the recently constructed $17 million Animal Shelter, which opened its doors a year and a half ago in November 2022.

An anonymous complaint prompted action from the Police Department, which raised concerns about unacceptable temperatures and humidity levels in various areas of the Animal Services Center.

Haymarket resident charged with felony animal cruelty

By Uriah Kiser

Published February 1, 2024 at 9:01AM | Updated February 1, 2024 at 7:06PM

[Scott Rodgerson/Unsplash]

On January 30, at 8:47 AM, Prince William police were called to a report of shots fired in the vicinity of Verde Place and Piedmont Vista Drive in Haymarket. Upon investigation, police said John James Ogle, discharged a handgun into the ground.

Police said he tried to euthanize his 16-year-old cocker-spaniel and poodle mixed dog. The accused fired one round, followed by several others, killing the dog, police said. No one was injured.

Prince William uses gift cards to boost participation in annual homeless survey

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 31, 2024 at 4:53PM | Updated February 4, 2024 at 8:26AM

Many homeless individuals in the region spend time during the day and sleep in informal spots like this one. [Photo: Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments]

The survey covered encampments throughout the county, including the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park.

This year, a unique approach was taken to encourage participation in the survey. Homeless individuals who completed the survey were given gift cards as an incentive. The donated gift cards totaled $2,740, said Prince William County spokeswoman Nikki Brown.

Prince William leaders optimistic: ‘I feel like we’re off to a good start’

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 30, 2024 at 1:57PM | Updated February 4, 2024 at 8:26AM

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

Leading the discussions was newly elected Democrat Deshundra Jefferson, the At-large Supervisor. Jefferson emphasized the need for unity in the face of divisive issues. Jefferson acknowledged the challenges ahead but expressed optimism about the Board’s direction.

“If we could just start having conversations with one another and get to a better place with creating norms, with creating different behaviors, that’s a win,” said Jefferson. “This is not going to be an easy four years. I hope that. I feel like we’re off to a good start, and I hope it can continue.”

Fatal pedestrian crash under investigation in Dale City

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 30, 2024 at 11:52AM

[Scott Rodgerson/Unsplash]

Prince William police said the investigation revealed that a 2013 Toyota Corolla driver was traveling northbound on Dale Boulevard, approaching the intersection, when the vehicle struck a pedestrian attempting to cross Dale Boulevard outside a crosswalk wearing dark-colored clothing.

The pedestrian was transported to an area hospital, where he later died. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and was not injured. Investigators determined that speed, alcohol, and drugs were not factors for the driver.

Public input sought for Route 28 study; County considers bypass project amidst uncertainties

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 29, 2024 at 9:21AM

The Prince William County Department of Transportation and the Prince William County Planning Office are gathering public input for a multimodal corridor study on Route 28 in the Yorkshire area.

This study, funded by an $80,000 grant from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Government’s Transportation Planning Board, explores cost-effective alternatives to enhance multimodal travel options over a two-mile stretch of Route 28.

Dale City Sheetz faces demolition, seeks major makeover with drive-through

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 28, 2024 at 8:48AM | Updated January 29, 2024 at 9:54AM

[Photo: Sheetz, Inc.]

Sheetz, owned by STEICO Incorporated, is petitioning the Prince William Board of County Supervisors for a special use permit (SUP) that would permit the addition of a drive-through facility. If granted, the company plans to demolish the existing structure and construct a new Sheetz gas station with updated interior design features and a reinstated drive-through for the convenience store.

The permit request will be deliberated at the county Planning Commission meeting on February 7, 2024, at the McCoart Building in Woodbridge, starting at 7 p.m. The SUP request encompasses the demolition and rebuilding of the existing Sheetz, featuring 6,100 square feet of gross floor area, with a total of 12 gas pumps.

Pr. William schools update: Specialty program application deadline nears

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 27, 2024 at 10:00AM | Updated August 13, 2024 at 6:23PM

Thursday, February 1, marks the deadline for applications to Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) specialty programs, excluding the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, which closed in December. PWCS offers diverse and talent-driven opportunities for elementary, middle, and high school students, wrote Superintendent Dr. LaTanya McDade.

In Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS), students across different grade levels can choose specialized programs tailored to their interests and strengths: