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17-year-old shot in passing car in Woodbridge; Stabbing arrest

Published November 15, 2023 at 8:48AM

Prince William Police Department: “Malicious Wounding *ARREST – On November 12, the suspect sought in connection to the stabbing that was reported to have occurred at a residence located in the 10200 block of Farragut Court in Manassas on October 29, was arrested. The accused, identified as Maynor LEMUS AMAYA, turned himself in to police without incident. Arrested on November 12: Maynor LEMUS AMAYA, 28, of 10223 Farragut Court in Manassas. Charged with malicious wounding and assault & battery. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond.”

“Malicious Wounding *SUSPECT IDENTIFIED [Previously Released] – On November 7, officers identified the suspect sought in connection to the stabbing that was reported to have occurred at a residence located in the 10200 block of Farragut Court in Manassas on October 29. Officers obtained arrest warrants for the suspect, identified as Maynor LEMUS AMAYA. Attempts to locate the accused have been unsuccessful.”

Update: Big Stone Gap man dies in Triangle shooting

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 14, 2023 at 9:53PM | Updated November 15, 2023 at 11:55AM

[Scott Rodgerson/Unsplash]

Prince William police: “On November 14 at 8:41PM, officers responded to the 3700 block of Wharf Ln. in Triangle (22172) to investigate a shooting. The investigation revealed gunshots were heard in the area which struck a 26-year-old man who was found lying on the ground by responding officers.”

“Officers provided immediate first aid to the man who was transported to an area hospital where he later died from his injuries. While checking the area, officers located shell casings in the roadway on Wharf Ln and a residence in the Linden Park Apartment complex that was struck by gunfire.

I-95 E-ZPass lanes operator to study bi-directional operation

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 14, 2023 at 9:51PM

Drivers see purple signs ahead of E-ZPass Express Lanes entrances. [Photo: VDOT]

“The existing 95 Express Lanes are reversible and operate only in the direction of peak travel. This project will investigate the feasibility of adding additional capacity to a portion of the 95 Express Lanes, allowing counterflow express lanes in the off-peak direction. As envisioned, the project is expected to address existing congestion and provide further optionality and time savings to Transurban’s express lane customers.”

“Specific development objectives of the feasibility assessment include preliminary estimates regarding:

Federal data shows taxpayers paying more to pick up the tab for transit riders

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 14, 2023 at 12:57PM

The Center Square: “Taxpayers are picking up more of the higher costs of transit in the U.S. since the pandemic, according to the latest data released by the Federal Transit Administration.”

“Total operating expenses of all transit agencies have increased from $50.7 billion in 2019 to $53.7 billion in 2022, according to the FTA data. At the same time, passenger-paid fares plummeted during that time span, dropping from $15.3 billion in fare revenue in 2019 to $8.3 billion in 2022, a nearly 50% drop.”

Have you seen the guys who robbed 7-Eleven on Occoquan Road?

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 14, 2023 at 12:16PM

Prince William police: “ATTEMPT TO ID: PWCPD is asking for the public’s help identifying two men involved in the Nov. 13 #robbery of the 7-Eleven on Occoquan Rd in Woodbridge. The two suspects entered the store at approx. 3:09AM where one brandished a firearm. The men took money and fled. No injuries.”

Police seek tips here.

Qarni, Northam’s education secretary, former Prince William teacher, running to replace Congresswoman Jennifer Wexton (D-VA, 10)

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 14, 2023 at 10:41AM

Qarni speaks at a GED graduation ceremony in Downtown Manassas on July 28, 2021 [Photo: Uriah Kiser/Potomac Local News]

“Qarni expressed his deep respect for the incumbent Congresswoman. “I want to begin by offering my sincere gratitude to Congresswoman Wexton for her years of dedicated service to Virginians. I was devastated to hear about her battle with progressive supranuclear palsy and I continue to pray for her and her family during this incredibly difficult time.”

Woodbridge taproom launches membership program for unlimited brews

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 14, 2023 at 7:00AM

Brew Republic Bierwerks in Woodbridge launched a membership program that gives customers nearly unlimited pours for $99 per month.

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Hypothermia shelter open in Woodbridge

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 13, 2023 at 7:23PM

Prince William County Government: “A reminder that PWC Hypothermia Shelter Services are available and are first come, first served. No registration required. The Eastern PWC shelter is always open and the Western PWC shelter is weather dependent and only enacted based on the weather report.”

According to this week’s weather forecast, low temps will bottom out near freezing.

Dumfries to celebrate International Men’s Day

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 13, 2023 at 6:15PM

Dumfries is Virginia's oldest continually chartered town.

Dumfries Town Government: “Join us as we celebrate International Men’s Day on Sunday, November 19, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. The event will be held at the Clyde N. Washington, Jr. Community & Recreation Center, 3800 Graham Park Road in Dumfries, Virginia. Register now at dumfriesva.gov.” (more…)

It’s that dam siren again in Occoquan

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 13, 2023 at 6:07PM

“For more information on the dam, the impact zone, and the test itself, — including how you can expect the siren to sound — go to www.occoquandamsiren.com.”