Stafford

Residents in Caroline, Stafford Speak Out on Plan for New Power Line

By Potomac Local News

“And so, what’s going to happen is, you know, eventually they’re going to put in a tall pole, and it’s going to take out a small portion of my fruit orchard; not a lot,” Fredericksburg Free Press reported. “All I want is to be able to work with Dominion Energy to try to minimize, shall I say, necessary impact.”

Residents in Caroline and Stafford counties are voicing concerns as Dominion Energy begins exploring routes for the proposed 70-mile, 500-kilovolt Kraken Loop transmission line. The line would run through multiple counties, connecting existing and planned substations, and public meetings are underway ahead of eventual State Corporation Commission review.

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Man arrested for DUI with elevated BAC in Stafford

By Press Release

A Stafford man is charged with driving under the influence with an elevated blood alcohol content. The incident occurred on the 2000 Block of Richmond Highway, where Deputy B. E. Vaughn responded after a report of a heavily intoxicated driver. The driver, identified as Carl Savoy Jr., 41, was taken into custody and held at the Rappahannock Regional Jail under no bond.

In another incident, a man was arrested for shoplifting and several other charges at a Wawa on Garrisonville Road. John Townsell IV, 29, of Stafford, was charged with shoplifting, obstruction of justice, identity fraud, and providing false identification to law enforcement. He was held without bond.

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‘Every Dime Buys a Coat’: Stafford’s Operation Warm Helps Students in Need

By Uriah Kiser

A long-running partnership between Stafford County Fire and Rescue and Stafford County Public Schools will provide nearly 1,700 winter coats to local students this year through Operation Warm. This donation-driven program has grown dramatically since its launch more than 15 years ago.

Mark Doyle, a volunteer with the Mountain View Fire Department, said the effort began around 2008 when Fairfax County Fire and Rescue donated about 30 coats and encouraged Stafford to expand the initiative locally.

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Stafford County to Host Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 5

By Potomac Local News
The Stafford County Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on December 2, 2022.

“This event is always a wonderful start to the holiday season and a great time of community fellowship,” Stafford County Government said. “I am delighted we can provide a venue for our local artisans, small businesses and school music groups to interact with our residents,” added Chairman of the Board of Supervisors Deuntay Diggs.

The county’s annual Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held Friday, December 5, 2025, from 5:55 to 8 p.m. at the Government Center Campus. The evening includes performances from local schools, artisans and crafters, food trucks, and a 7 p.m. tree lighting. Free parking will be available at the VDOT commuter lot on Courthouse Road with shuttle service, and limited accessible parking will be offered on-site.

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Falmouth Bridge Replacement to Begin in 2030, Last Three Years

By Potomac Local News
VDOT inspects the Falmouth Bridge before work begins (X: Vadotfred

“That allows us to expand from a fairly straightforward traditional deck replacement to a full superstructure replacement,” Fredericksburg Free Press reported. “It’s something that would add complexity significantly to the project.”

The Virginia Department of Transportation told Fredericksburg City Council that construction on the 1943 Falmouth Bridge will begin in 2030 and last three years, with the span remaining open but reduced to two southbound lanes and one northbound lane. The $160 million project includes a full superstructure replacement, a 14-foot shared-use path, a six-foot sidewalk, and 11-foot travel lanes.

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NO QUESTIONS! Yeung Blasts Media During BOS Meeting, Claims Harassment

By Uriah Kiser
A campaign mailer from Stafford County Supervisor Dr. Pamela Yeung claimed she had “secured a new movie theater” for The Garrison development in North Stafford. The project’s developer later told county leaders that no current theater contract exists, reviving questions about the long-promised project.

Garrisonville District Supervisor Dr. Pamela Yeung used the Stafford County Board of Supervisors’ November 18 meeting to publicly criticize reporters, saying journalists should not approach her with questions at public events and warning that doing so is “dangerous.”

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Catalytic Converters Stolen in Stafford County

By Press Release

In Stafford County, catalytic converters were reported stolen from two vehicles at Corbin’s Automotive Truck & RV on Kings Highway. The theft occurred on November 18th, and Deputy J. A. Kotvas responded to the scene.

Additionally, a larceny was reported on Cambridge Street where copper and a leaf blower were stolen from a property. Deputy C. A. Sharp was on the case. At Stafford Hospital Center, a victim reported multiple items stolen from her purse, as recorded by Deputy R. L. Hubbard.

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Stafford County Won’t Renew Land Lease With Patawomeck Tribe — For Now

By Potomac Local News

“The request was that this was not supposed to be brought back to us unless a specific set of information was provided, and you just stated that that information was not provided,” Fredericksburg Free Press reported. “Tonight, we would hope that Stafford County’s partnership would continue with the Patawomeck Tribe,” the tribe’s chief said, “But it did not.”

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Fire Displaces Family of Five in Stafford, Damages Two Nearby Homes

By Uriah Kiser

Crews arrived within minutes to find heavy fire coming from the side and rear of a two-story home. Firefighters battled challenging conditions, including strong winds, flaring propane tanks, and unstable interior floors. All residents evacuated safely before crews arrived, and no injuries were reported. The American Red Cross is helping the displaced family.

The fire is under investigation. The Fredericksburg Fire Department and Quantico Fire & Emergency Services assisted on scene.

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