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Prince William Schools Defy Feds in Bathroom Policy Fight

Published August 15, 2025 at 2:00PM | Updated August 15, 2025 at 3:40PM

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PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. — Prince William William County Public Schools joins other public school divisions in Northern Virginia, and is rejecting the U.S. Department of Education’s directive to reverse policies that allow transgender students to use restrooms and locker rooms matching their chosen gender identity.

On Friday, August 15, 2025, Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) formally rejected the federal agency’s proposed Voluntary Resolution Agreement (VRA), calling it legally flawed and out of step with binding case law in Virginia.

Coalition Appeals Dismissal of Lawsuit Over Historic Thoroughfare Cemetery

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 15, 2025 at 11:00AM | Updated August 15, 2025 at 3:40PM

The Coalition to Save Historic Thoroughfare has filed an appeal to overturn the recent dismissal of its lawsuit concerning the alleged destruction of a historic African-American and Native American cemetery in western Prince William County.

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Shooting in Dale City Apartment Lot Sends Man to Hospital

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 15, 2025 at 7:57AM | Updated August 15, 2025 at 4:35PM

DALE CITY, Va. – A man was shot in the arm while walking to his car Wednesday night in the parking lot of Dale Forest Apartments, police say.

The folks at Prince William County Police just told Potomac Local News that the shooting happened around 9:30 p.m. on Whitmer Drive. A 51-year-old man was approached by someone who pulled a gun and shot him during the brief encounter. The suspect then ran off.

Free Pet Adoptions Coming to Prince William County

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 15, 2025 at 7:00AM

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. – Looking to add a furry friend to your family? The folks at Prince William County Animal Services just told Potomac Local News they’re teaming up with the Prince William SPCA to host a free pet adoption event August 22–24 at the Animal Services Center on Bristow Road.

It’s all part of the national Clear The Shelters campaign, which has helped find homes for nearly 1.2 million pets since 2015. Locally, this annual event has already connected hundreds of animals with new families—and this year could be the biggest yet.

Gainesville GOP Candidates Spar Over Growth, Data Centers, and Immigration Enforcement Ahead of Saturday Primary

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 14, 2025 at 3:00PM | Updated August 15, 2025 at 3:40PM

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GAINESVILLE, Va. — The two Republicans vying to replace the late Supervisor Bob Weir clashed over land use, data center growth, fiscal priorities, and immigration enforcement during a candidates’ forum this week, just days before GOP voters choose their nominee for the Gainesville District seat.

Patrick Harders, a 24-year Gainesville resident and founder of a regional outdoor lighting company, and Brian Landrum, a historic preservation advocate serving on the Prince William County Architectural Review Board, met in a debate hosted by the Prince William Republican Committee at Guiseppie’s Restaurant in Haymarket, a haunt of the late supervisor. The forum honored Weir’s legacy, with both men praising the late supervisor’s bipartisan approach and focus on putting residents first.

Rosie’s Folds in Dumfries as The Rose Takes the Pot

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 14, 2025 at 2:19PM

DUMFRIES, Va. – Rosie’s Gaming Emporium in Dumfries is shutting down this month—just four years after it opened as Northern Virginia’s first licensed gaming parlor. The Virginia Racing Commission just confirmed the closure, which is set to happen by August 20.

The move comes less than a year after the flashy November 2024 grand opening of The Rose Gaming Resort, a massive, resort-style facility just up the road. That opening was hailed as a “landmark of transformation and opportunity” in Dumfries—complete with a hotel, restaurants, and a much larger gaming floor. Now, Colonial Downs Group says The Rose will become its flagship, and all Rosie’s staff will transition to the new resort.

Man Killed in Construction Equipment Accident in Woodbridge, Plus Arrests for Assaults, Abduction, and Child Endangerment

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 14, 2025 at 11:33AM | Updated August 14, 2025 at 2:25PM

Updated 2:20 p.m. – A 61-year-old man died after being trapped under heavy machinery at a construction site near Prince William Parkway and Minnieville Road in Woodbridge on August 13. Emergency responders pronounced the man dead at the scene. Authorities say no foul play is suspected, and the case remains under investigation.

Police said the accident was not related to the Single Point Urban Interchange (SPUI), a significant road upgrade that is currently underway at that intersection.

Jefferson Slams ‘Racist’ Mailer—Landrum Fires Back

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 14, 2025 at 11:24AM | Updated August 15, 2025 at 3:41PM

Chair Deshundra Jefferson is firing back after a campaign mailer sent by Republican hopeful Brian Landrum labeled her a “DEI hire”—a phrase she calls a racist dog whistle aimed at diminishing her landmark victory as the first Black Chair of the Prince William Board of County Supervisors.

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Shotted Coffee Brings Saudi Flavor — and Sweet Treats — to Virginia Gateway

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 14, 2025 at 8:10AM

GAINESVILLE, Va. – Shotted Coffee, a Saudi-inspired café concept, has opened at Virginia Gateway, offering more than just a caffeine boost at the busy intersection of Route 29 and Linton Hall Road.

Founded by a team inspired by Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative, Shotted blends cultural tradition with modern coffeehouse style. The café’s owners say they aim to take the typical coffee shop experience “to the next level” in the U.S. market, while keeping the atmosphere family-friendly, smoke-free, and alcohol-free — an alternative to the nightlife scene.

Indecent Exposure at Rippon Middle School Prompts Police Search

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 13, 2025 at 1:01PM | Updated August 13, 2025 at 5:10PM

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School workers also reported a similar incident involving the same suspect on July 30, though it was not reported at the time. The suspect is described as a Hispanic man in his mid-20s, about 5’7” with a thin build and medium-length shaggy black hair. He was last seen wearing dark clothing, including a hooded sweatshirt and sweatpants.