Prince William
As cold weather continues across the region, Prince William County Fire and Rescue officials are warning residents to stay off the ice on local waterways. Despite appearances, ice in the area is rarely thick or stable enough for safe recreation.
The Masroor Mosque in Prince William County welcomed Imam Salman Tariq as the new missionary for the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Masroor Mosque chapter. Imam Tariq brings experience from prior service in Canada, Ghana, and several U.S. states, including Missouri, Connecticut, and Maryland.
To mark the start of 2026, Imam Tariq led a special pre-dawn Tahajjud prayer, drawing more than 500 worshippers to the mosque. Men, women, and children participated in the voluntary prayers, followed by the Fajr (dawn) prayer and a sermon.
“Due to the impacts of weather conditions, Prince William County government offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026,” Prince William County Government announced.
The closure affects county government offices and facilities as winter weather continues to impact the region. Officials encouraged residents to use online services when possible and to check official county channels for reopening information.
The graduation ceremony was held at Grace Life Community Church in Bristow. Officials said the department continues recruiting qualified applicants as demand for trained law enforcement officers grows.
“The visitor center will also be closed on Sunday, January 25,” the park stated. “While Pine Grove parking area will remain open, crews will be actively working to clear snow, so please use caution and follow all posted closures.”
Park officials said the closure is due to an incoming winter storm and ongoing snow operations. Visitors who choose to hike are urged to use caution while crews work to clear snow and ice from park roads and parking areas.
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A Chicago-based fashion retailer is opening a new store at Potomac Mills this weekend, bringing bold, trend-driven clothing and accessories to Woodbridge.
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“An FBI investigation into an alleged drug and gun trafficking conspiracy, with significant activity at Haymarket’s Rancho Los Cerritos farm, culminated in Wednesday’s raid on the property and several arrests,” InsideNoVa reported. “The affidavit states he sold numerous firearms, including pistols, rifles and a shotgun, as well as cocaine and fentanyl to a confidential source.”
At the scene Thursday, an FBI agent told an InsideNoVa reporter, “this is a secured scene” and “you can’t be here.”
Prince William County has postponed its State of the County event scheduled for Monday, Jan. 26, citing the potential for winter weather.
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Data centers have become a defining issue in Prince William County, shaping land-use decisions, utility costs, and long-term planning across the region, even as many residents are only now catching up to how large the industry has grown.
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