Police are searching for a man they say used a handgun to beat a woman during an argument and then steal her cell phone.

The investigation revealed the victim, a 20-year-old woman, and an acquaintance, identified as the accused, were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. During the encounter, the victim was struck by the accused which caused her to fall to the ground.


Drinking water consumed by Prince William County residents received a clean bill of health.

The Prince William County Service Authority recently published its 2022 Water Quality Reports, which provide essential information about the source and characteristics of the utility’s drinking water. The EPA requires the annual reports available on the Prince William Service Authority’s website.


A Woodbridge hospital is one of 14 in Virginia to receive high marks for heart-attack patient care.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center received an American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain ? MI Registry Performance Achievement Award for 2022. It was one of seven Sentara Healthcare hospitals in Virginia that received the Platinum award, the highest achievement, awarded to 240 hospitals nationwide.


In 1987, the Prince William County Fair crowned its first black queen.

“I was in high school, and the thing I remember is them messing up my music on the talent portion. So I was out there in my pose for the longest time, and they were like, ‘Stephanie, just relax. We’ll let you know when we’re ready.’ Everybody’s looking at me, and I was terrified,” said Dr. Stepahnie Streat of Prince William County.


Indecent Exposure *ARREST – On July 27, the suspect sought in connection to the indecent exposure that occurred at the Lowe’s located at 13720 Smoketown Rd. in Woodbridge (22192) on July 8, was arrested. The accused, identified as Alvin Jerome SPRUILL, turned himself in to police without incident.

Arrested on July 27:


Ann Wheeler has much to say in a fundraising email to constituents following bi-partisan calls for her to resign or be removed from office.

This one’s for the people who really care about local news.

Locals Only members get deeper reporting, more context, and fewer shortcuts.

Think that’s you?
👉 Join Locals Only
Already a member? Sign in


Spaces are limited and all applications will be juried for these spots. For more information, contact the Events Director at [email protected] or see the Emerging Artist Application online. Emerging Artist Applications are due by September 5, 2022.

Of course, creators with established art or craft businesses are also welcome to apply. Artists that are able to demonstrate during the show are encouraged to do so. Categories are limited, and applications are reviewed individually. More information and the application can be found on the Town’s website.


View More Stories