The department said last weekend’s storm left a solid sheet of ice across the community after snow turned to sleet and freezing rain. With temperatures remaining below freezing, officials warn the ice continues to harden and remain extremely slick, especially on hills and sloped areas. Fire officials urged residents to avoid icy terrain, secure pets, wear footwear with traction, and stay indoors when conditions are unsafe.
Stafford County Public Schools officials say school buildings are in good condition following recent weather, but lingering issues on neighborhood roads could affect when students return to class, according to a message sent to families Friday evening.
Superintendent Daniel W. Smith, Ed.D., said staff are working through the weekend to complete cleanup efforts and ensure access to all schools. While facilities are ready, some roads still need attention, and the school division is coordinating with the Virginia Department of Transportation to monitor conditions.
A two-story home on Cropp Road in Stafford County, near the Fauquier County line, was heavily damaged by fire Friday afternoon, drawing a multi-county response from fire and rescue crews.
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The agency recognized Kyle’s more than two decades of service to Stafford County, thanking him for his commitment to public safety as he enters retirement.
Food insecurity in Stafford County often looks less like a crisis and more like daily survival.
Many of the people seeking help at SERVE Stafford Food Pantry are working, housed, and doing their best to keep up as costs rise faster than paychecks. SERVE stands for Stafford Emergency Relief through Volunteer Efforts.
The department recognized the newest group of firefighters and emergency responders after completing Recruit Academy 20. Graduates will move on to serve the Stafford County community as part of Fire and Rescue operations.
A guest at a Stafford County hotel reported hazardous driving conditions on the property after a winter storm, saying internal roads and parking areas had not been plowed.
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