Prince William
Mayor Ernie Porta highlighted a busy stretch of community milestones in his October 12, 2025 episode of the Occoquan Radio Podcast, from a new business ribbon-cutting to fall festival traditions and the close of the town’s beloved Trivia Night series.
A new wellness destination has joined Occoquan’s historic business district. Evidi Massage, a boutique massage and wellness studio, recently opened at 300 Ellicott Street, Suite C. Porta congratulated the owners and thanked them for choosing Occoquan as their home.
“Haunted Mini Golf,” Prince William County Parks posted. “Swing by Locust Shade Park for some frightfully fun mini golf on our haunted 18-hole course!”
The event runs Friday through Sunday, October 24–26, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Admission is $6 per player at Locust Shade Park, located at 4701 Locust Shade Drive, Triangle.
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Tracy Blake (Facebook) – “No matter what’s happening around us, the mission stays the same: make sure every student has the support, opportunities, and encouragement to thrive — in school and in life,” Blake wrote on Facebook.
This is Blake’s first public statement since the Prince William County School Board voted to censure him on October 18, 2025.
Facebook – WPCCA will be meeting on Thursday, October 30, at 6 pm in the IKEA Community Meeting Room, located on the 2nd floor next to the restaurant.
This month’s meeting will feature two important presentations. The Prince William County Police Department will be presenting on public safety in Woodbridge and the results of the Community Police Survey, providing key insights into local concerns and engagement.
Prince William County Office of Elections – Today (Sunday, Oct. 19), all early voting satellite locations are open for voting.
Weekdays: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
(Extended until 7:00 PM on Wednesdays)
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Haymarket Day kicks off today with a record 321 vendors, a retro-themed parade, and tax-free dining for the weekend.
The town’s 4% meals tax is waived through Sunday, October 19, allowing visitors to enjoy prepared food from local restaurants tax-free. Town officials say the tradition helps support restaurants during their busiest weekend of the year.
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