MANASSAS — (Press Release) The Prince William Health District encourages everyone to protect themselves, those they love, and those around them by getting an annual flu shot. The health district is offering free flu shots for those six months and older at the Veterans Park Community Center on Thursday, October 11 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., or while vaccine supplies last. The Community Center is located at 14300 Veterans Drive in Woodbridge. No appointment is necessary and the shots are free.

The flu is a contagious illness caused by a virus and is spread by coughing, sneezing or nasal discharge. Symptoms include fever, chills, fatigue, muscle aches, sore throat, cough, headache and runny or stuffy nose. Anyone can get the flu, but those at greatest risk of complications are children, people 65 and older, pregnant women and those with a weakened immune system.


Buying your first home is one of the most significant investments you’ll ever make. And the money-saving skillset needed to make the purchase is developed at an early age.

The Fauquier Bank will offer a two-part seminar this Saturday, September 29, from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m., at the Manassas Park Community Center.  


DUMFRIES — Mayor Derrick Wood said the development of Potomac Shores Parkway “has been a point of contention.”

The six-lane road will intersect Routes 1 and 234 in the town, providing access to the new Potomac Shores neighborhood. However, the road must cut through the Town of Dumfries to grant access.


MANASSAS — (Press Release) On September 26, 2018, at approximately 2:30 p.m., officers responded to the 9200 block of Niki Place for a report of a shooting. 

The investigation revealed the victim was arguing with the suspect through an open window in the residence.  The argument escalated when the suspect displayed a firearm and began shooting in the direction of the victim. 


DALE CITY — (Press Release)  On September 25 at 10:59 a.m., officers responded to investigate an attempted robbery that occurred in the area of Dale Blvd and Orangewood Dr in [Dale City] that occurred on September 24 at approximately 5:40 a.m.

The victim, a 24-year-old woman, reported to police that she was walking in the above area when an unknown man approached her. During the encounter, the man brandished a handgun and demanded the victim’s wallet.


PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY — The candidates running to become the next Prince William County School Board Chairman At-large will attend a forum Thursday.

Interim School Board Chairman Dr. Babur Lateef, sitting Gainesville District School Board member Alyson Satterwhite are billed to attend.


(Press Release) Sheetz, one of America’s fastest growing family-owned and operated convenience retailers for 65 years, will celebrate National Coffee Day on Saturday, September 29, 2018, with free cold brew to all customers who order through the Sheetz app. This promotion is valid for any size and any flavor cold brew at all Sheetz locations for one day only on Saturday, September 29, 2018.

Hand-crafted by trained baristas, customers will have a wide variety of flavor options including pumpkin pie, banana, caramel, hazelnut, mint, raspberry, sugar-free caramel, sugar-free vanilla, toasted marshmallow, and vanilla.


PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY — (Press Release) The Prince William County Department of Finance wants to remind residents that personal property taxes are due on or before Friday, October 5, 2018.

There are several convenient ways to pay your bill. If you choose to pay by check, payments should be mailed in the remittance envelope included with your tax bill. Checks for payment of taxes should be made payable to “Prince William County.” Payments by mail must be postmarked no later than October 5, 2018, to avoid a late payment penalty and interest charges. 


STAFFORD COUNTY — Traffic began moving again on Interstate 95 south in Stafford County about 1 o’clock this afternoon.

A southbound portion of the highway was closed about an hour earlier at milepost 142 just before the Stafford exit after at least two tractor-trailers were involved in a crash.


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