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Retired Colonel Ulysses “Xerk” White, the trailblazing first African American member of the Manassas City Council, was publicly honored and celebrated during the City of Manassas’ Black History Month proclamation on February 9, 2026.
At 95 years old, White joined the podium at the invitation of council members during the ceremony, where Mayor Michelle Davis Younger read the proclamation recognizing February as Black History Month and highlighting the enduring contributions of African Americans to the city, the Commonwealth, and the nation.
Jan 28, 2026
Before we dive into local news, here’s what we’re watching this afternoon and evening.
One of my favorite things to do at Potomac Local News is tell stories about what’s popping up around the corner — new restaurants, new shops, “coming soon” signs, and even businesses quietly closing their doors.
Those stories consistently do well, and there’s a simple reason why: people love knowing what’s changing in their community.
Potomac Local News reached more readers in 2025, as audiences across Northern Virginia and the Fredericksburg region turned to local journalism for breaking news, accountability reporting, and stories that directly impact their communities.
Over the past year, readers viewed more than 1.6 million pages on PotomacLocal.com, with nearly 1.3 million unique devices accessing the site. About two-thirds of readers accessed the site on mobile, and more than 42% completed the articles they started, a strong sign of engagement with local reporting.
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Potomac Local News continues to reach more readers across Prince William, Stafford, and Fredericksburg, solidifying its reputation as the region’s trusted source for local reporting.
During the past seven days, the site recorded 42,984 total page views from 35,703 unique devices, with nearly three in four readers (72%) visiting on mobile. About 31% of visitors read articles to completion, underscoring the deep engagement Potomac Local readers have with their community news.
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FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – We have our winners! Potomac Local News is excited to announce the recipients of free tickets to Next to Normal at Riverside Center for the Performing Arts.
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We’ve come a long way in 15 years—and we’re just getting started.
Potomac Local News exists for one reason: because Northern Virginia deserves a local news source that puts community first.
Not every story shakes the ground. Some stories simply hold it together.
For 15 years, we’ve told those stories—of your neighborhoods, your schools, your local leaders, your kids’ big wins and quiet achievements.