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Police Blotter: Road Rage Shooting, Armed Robbery & Church Drug Bust

By Jazbia Chaudhry
[Photo: Alan Gloss]

Dale Blvd & Forestdale Ave (Dale City) – April 2, 2025
A man was shot at during a road rage incident while driving on Dale Blvd. The suspect, described as a Black male in his 30s with dreadlocks, fired multiple rounds before fleeing. The victim’s vehicle was struck, but no injuries were reported. Police are actively searching for the suspect.

Wawa – 13303 Telegraph Rd (Woodbridge) – April 1, 2025
A clerk was held at gunpoint by a masked suspect demanding cash. The suspect took an undisclosed amount of money and fled on foot. No injuries were reported. The suspect is described as a Black male, approximately 5’10”, wearing all black clothing and a ski mask.

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Stafford Supervisor Meg Bohmke Announces Retirement, Maya Guy Launches Bid for Aquia Seat

By Uriah Kiser
Michele Trampe of Central Virginia Justice Initiative and Lisa Silver accept a proclamation from Chairman Meg Bohmke on behalf of human trafficking victims.

A shakeup is underway in Stafford County politics. Longtime Falmouth District Supervisor Meg Bohmke announced she will not seek reelection, while School Board Member Maya Guy declared her candidacy for the Aquia District seat on the Board of Supervisors.

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Buc-ee’s Submits Plans for 120-Pump Travel Center in Stafford County

By Uriah Kiser

The Texas-based travel center giant Buc-ee’s is moving ahead with plans to build its first Virginia location in Stafford County. It has submitted formal requests to rezone nearly 35 acres of land to pave the way for a massive fuel and retail complex off Interstate 95.

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Egg-citing Spring Adventure: Stafford’s Blue and Terrence’s Egg Venture Returns

By Uriah Kiser

Families and adventure seekers in Stafford County can gear up for a fun-filled outdoor experience this spring as Blue and Terrence’s Excellent Egg Venture returns for another year.

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VDOT to Close Rock Hill Church Road Overnight for Pipe Replacement in Stafford County

By Uriah Kiser

The closure will begin at 8 p.m. Sunday and last through 6 a.m. Monday, April 7. VDOT crews will replace a drainage pipe underneath the roadway during this time. Drivers will be detoured along a 10-mile route using Route 610 (Garrisonville Road), Route 643 (Joshua Road), and Route 627 (Mountain View Road).

Once the road reopens early Monday morning, crews will return to the site at 9 a.m. to apply new asphalt. One-way, alternating traffic will be directed through the area during the paving work, with a flagging crew managing the flow of vehicles.

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Teachers of the Week: Stafford County’s Theatre Educators Take Center Stage

By Uriah Kiser
Stafford School Board Chair Maureen Siegmund, Michael D’Addario of Stafford High School, Lisa Cover Tucci of Colonial Forge High School, School Board member Maya Guy, Superintendent Daniel W. Smith.

In celebration of Theatre in Our Schools Month, the Stafford County School Board has honored two of its most inspiring theatre educators, Michael D’Addario of Stafford High School and Lisa Cover Tucci of Colonial Forge High School.

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Surging Ridership on VRE and OmniRide Buses Strains Capacity Amid Funding Challenges

By Uriah Kiser

Public transportation in Northern Virginia is seeing a significant rebound as ridership continues to climb on both Virginia Railway Express (VRE) trains and OmniRide commuter and local buses. However, transit leaders warn that increased demand may soon outpace available resources, especially for locally funded services.

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Girlfriend’s Taphouse Opens in North Stafford with Comfort, Class, and a Killer Porterhouse

By Uriah Kiser

A familiar spot on Garrisonville Road has a fresh new vibe, a new name, and a menu worth talking about.

Girlfriend’s Taphouse opened its doors Friday, March 29, 2024, at 225 Garrisonville Road, in the space formerly occupied by Fatty’s Taphouse. General Manager Robert Shaw, along with partners Jen and Joe, completely reimagined the space — investing more than $200,000 into a full renovation that includes everything from new floors to fresh fixtures.

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