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Stafford Schools Seek Budget Input

By Potomac Local News

“The Citizen Budget Advisory Committee is seeking community feedback to help inform future budget priorities and ensure our investments align with the school division’s Strategic Plan,” Stafford Schools announced. “By taking a few minutes to complete this survey, you’ll help provide valuable insight into the programs, services, and priorities that matter most to our students, staff, families, and community.”

The feedback will guide discussions and recommendations for future budgets, including planning for FY28 and beyond. Take the survey today.

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Police Pursuit Ends in Embrey Mill Detention

By Potomac Local News

“There is a large police presence in the area of Embrey Mill as the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is assisting with a pursuit from Fredericksburg,” Stafford County Sheriff announced. “The suspect has been detained and there is no threat to the community at this time.”

The update was posted around 2:29 p.m. on June 12 as the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office assisted in the pursuit originating from Fredericksburg.

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Driver in Deadly Stafford Bus Crash Jailed

By Potomac Local News
Photo: Virginia State Police

“Dong does not speak English,” Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said after the crash, reported The Center Square. “He also said the CDL was issued by New York in 2024.”

Jing Sheng Dong, who drove the E&P Travel bus that crashed on I-95 in Stafford County on May 29, has been released from the hospital and is now held at Rappahannock Regional Jail.

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Early Voting Opens for August GOP Primary

By Potomac Local News

“Early voting for the August 4, 2026, Republican Primary for the United States Senate and the 7th District United States House of Representatives seat begins on Thursday, June 18, 2026 and ends on August 1, 2026,” Stafford County officials announced. “You may request a mail-in ballot from the General Registrar until 5 p.m. on Friday, July 24, 2026.”

All early voting takes place at the General Registrar’s Office at 124 Old Potomac Church Road, Suite 205, Stafford, VA 22554. Hours run Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., plus select weekend dates, with no voting at the Government Center. Absentee drop boxes are available during early voting hours and on Election Day.

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Kings Highway Data Center Plans Spark Health Concerns in Stafford

By Potomac Local News

Residents voiced concerns about air pollution and health risks from proposed large-scale data centers during public comment at the Stafford County Board of Supervisors meeting on June 2, 2026.

J.W. Swain, a Washington District resident, detailed a recent conversation with Rich Duchette of the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) regarding plans for approximately 11 million square feet of data centers along the Kings Highway assemblage.

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Stafford Road Closure Starts for Bridge Work

By Potomac Local News

Stafford County drivers will need to find new routes starting today as Rock Hill Church Road closes for a major bridge replacement. The Virginia Department of Transportation is replacing the temporary single-lane bridge over Aquia Creek with a larger two-lane structure.

The existing temporary bridge was installed in the fall of 2020 after inspections revealed deterioration in the original 50-year-old structure. The $6.4 million project will create a new bridge with two 11-foot travel lanes, 6-foot paved shoulders on both sides, and higher rails. The new structure will be able to carry vehicles of all legal loads.

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Stafford County Offices Closed for Juneteenth

By Potomac Local News

“Stafford offices, departments, facilities and all courts will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026, for the Juneteenth observation,” Stafford County announced. “Both locations of the R-Board/Regional Landfill (Eskimo Hill and Belman Road) will remain open.”

The following offices and facilities will remain open: Fire and Rescue Information (540) 658-7200 | Emergency 911, Sheriff’s Office Information (540) 658-4400 | Emergency 911, Magistrate (540) 659-2968. All outdoor parks are open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

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Board Debates Reversing Library Cuts Following FY2027 Tax Increase

By Potomac Local News
Central Rappahannock Regional Library Howell Branch in Stafford County.

Stafford County residents who rely on the Central Rappahannock Regional Library for books, programs, job resources, and community learning spaces could see reduced services, even as many homeowners face higher tax bills following the Board of Supervisors’ recent increase in the FY2027 real estate tax rate.

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Hartwood Coach Overcomes Illness for First Season

By Potomac Local News
A rendering of the new Hartwood High School (High School No. 6) in Stafford County. The school is scheduled to open in August 2026. [Photo: Stafford County Public Schools]

“If I fall, I fall. If I die, I die. I’ve got to suck it up. Can’t live forever,” D.J. Palmer replied, Fredericksburg Free Press reported. “I should be fully back walking in six months, everything like nerves, and all that will be back. I’ll be chasing the kids around and doing what I normally do.”

“This is going to be something special,” Palmer added.

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