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Spanberger taps Del. Candi Mundon King to serve as Secretary of the Commonwealth

By Potomac Local News
Delegate Candi Mundon King

“The Secretary of the Commonwealth plays a vital role in ensuring that the Office of the Governor is responsive to the needs of Virginians, and I’m proud to announce the appointment of Delegate Candi Mundon King to serve in this role,” Virginia Scope reported. “Throughout her career, Delegate Mundon King has worked to bring people together to get results for the people of Virginia, and she has demonstrated dedication, courage, and a commitment to delivering on the promise of our commonwealth.”

Mundon King, first elected in 2021 to represent parts of Prince William and Stafford counties, currently chairs the House Committee on Counties, Cities, and Towns and serves on committees for Public Safety and Labor and Commerce. Her appointment will require her to step down from the House, triggering a special election to fill her seat.

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Multiple DUI Arrests in Stafford County Over the Weekend

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Another notable incident occurred on Albion Lane, where a 23-year-old woman from King George was involved in a single-vehicle accident. After being found with glassy eyes and slurred speech, she was arrested and charged with multiple offenses, including DUI, obstruction of justice, and assaulting an officer.

Additional arrests included a 29-year-old Stafford man involved in a rollover crash, a 45-year-old Maryland woman stopped for speeding, and a 52-year-old Stafford man driving erratically on I-95. All were charged with DUI and related offenses.

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Woman charged with public intoxication and false identity

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A woman was charged at Publix on Publix Way after claiming she was lost and providing false information to Deputy T. G. Croson. The woman, identified as Sara Sims, 45, of Stafford, was found to be wanted in Spotsylvania County for failure to appear. Sims was charged with public intoxication, destruction of property, and providing false identity to avoid arrest. She was held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail under no bond.

Earlier, Deputy Suter responded to a call at Giant on Town and Country Drive, where a man was found displaying erratic behavior. The man, identified as Donald Ullery, 44, of Stafford, was charged with public intoxication.

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DUI Arrest in Stafford County Highlights Incident Report

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A Stafford man was charged with driving under the influence of marijuana after a suspicious vehicle call at Autumn Ridge Park. Deputies detected a strong odor of marijuana from the vehicle and the driver, Kelvin Hamilton, II, 23, admitted to using the substance. Field sobriety tests led to his arrest, and he was given an unsecured bond.

In another incident, a man from Temple Hills, Maryland, was arrested for petty larceny and public intoxication after leaving a store with unpaid merchandise. The suspect, 65, was identified by the business and found to be under the influence of alcohol.

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Dominion to Brief School Board Tuesday on ‘Kraken Loop’ Project as Residents Plan Weekend Coalition Meeting

By Potomac Local News

Dominion Energy will meet with Stafford County Public Schools on Tuesday, December 9, to discuss the utility’s proposed Kraken Loop transmission project—an approximately 500-kilovolt line that could carve a corridor nearly as wide as Interstate 95 through several Stafford neighborhoods, school zones, farms, and environmentally sensitive areas.

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Snow Ruins Christmas: Stafford Tree Lighting Axed

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Stafford County has canceled its annual Christmas tree lighting, scheduled for Friday, December 5, 2025, due to winter weather moving into the region.

County officials announced the decision Friday, telling residents, “Due to inclement weather, the Stafford County Tree Lighting has been canceled. We thank you for your understanding. Please stay weather aware.” The announcement was shared on social media, including the county’s Facebook page.

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‘A Super-Corridor Through Our Neighborhoods’: Kraken Loop Sparks Countywide Backlash

By Uriah Kiser
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The Stafford County Board of Supervisors used its December 12 meeting to launch a coordinated response to Dominion Energy’s proposed 500 kV “Kraken Loop” transmission line after a surge of resident testimony warning of health risks, environmental damage, declining property values, and failures in Dominion’s public outreach.

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Developer, County Staff Dispute Supervisor’s Movie Theater Promise to Voters

By Uriah Kiser

Stafford County officials confirmed Tuesday night that no movie theater contract exists for The Garrison development on Garrisonville Road, directly contradicting campaign claims made by Garrisonville District Supervisor Dr. Pamela Yeung.

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Fraudulent Email Leads to Paycheck Theft in Stafford

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In Stafford County, a significant fraud incident occurred at Colonial Circuits Inc. on Warrenton Road. The business was deceived by an email from someone posing as an employee, providing false banking details for direct deposit. The scam was discovered only after the paycheck was deposited into the fraudulent account.

Another fraud case was reported on Greenridge Drive, where a victim’s personal information was used to open a fraudulent line of credit out-of-state. Additionally, on Le Way Drive, a victim found that their personal information was used to purchase two vehicles fraudulently.

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DUI arrest on I-95 leads to multiple charges

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A high-speed traffic stop on I-95 Northbound led to the arrest of a 36-year-old Alexandria man on multiple charges. The driver was caught traveling at 105 mph in a 65-mph zone and passing on the shoulder. Upon stopping the vehicle, officers found open alcohol containers and two firearms. The driver was charged with DUI (third offense), reckless driving, and weapons violations, and is being held without bond.

In another incident, a 70-year-old Stafford man was arrested for DUI after attempting to enter an ABC store while intoxicated. He was stopped by police on Deacon Road and failed field sobriety tests.

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