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Stafford County’s $1 Billion Budget Plan: Tax Hike, School Investments, and Growth Challenges

By Uriah Kiser
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Stafford County Administrator Bill Ashton presented the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 (FY2026) budget to the Board of Supervisors on March 4, 2025.

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‘Flat Tax Rate Isn’t a Flat Bill:’ Residents Raise Concerns Over Haymarket Budget

By Uriah Kiser

The Town of Haymarket’s proposed Fiscal Year 2026 (FY2026) budget has sparked a mix of concern and debate among residents following its presentation to the Town Council on Monday, March 3.

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Haymarket Budget Proposal Includes Town Park Upgrades, Salary Increases, and Traffic Fixes

By Uriah Kiser

The Town of Haymarket’s Fiscal Year 2026 (FY2026) budget will be presented to the Town Council on Monday, March 3, at 7 p.m. by Town Manager and Zoning Administrator Emily L. Kyriazi.

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Prince William County Budget Debate: Should Homeowners Receive Refunds?

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William County Executive Christopher Shorter recently unveiled a $2 billion Fiscal Year 2026 budget proposal, sparking a heated debate among supervisors and residents over the county’s consistent budget surpluses, rising tax rates, and spending priorities.

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Stafford County School Board Approves $503M FY2026 Budget

By Uriah Kiser
Stafford County School Board members pose with division employees in honor of School Board Clerk Appreciation Week. [Photo: Stafford County Public Schools Facebook page]

In a unanimous vote, the Stafford County School Board approved a $503.1 million budget request for Fiscal Year 2026 following a lengthy discussion and public hearing that brought passionate testimony from teachers, parents, and community members.

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Today: Prince William County to Hold Virtual Meeting on Proposed FY2026 Budget

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William County residents are invited to participate in a virtual community meeting on Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon to discuss the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget. Hosted by the Office of Management & Budget, the event allows the public to learn about the budget details and ask questions directly to county officials.

Residents must register in advance to attend. Upon approval, registrants will receive an invitation to the webinar.

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Prince William County Executive Unveils $2 Billion Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

By Caitlyn Meisner
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Prince William County’s Executive, Christopher Shorter, unveiled his $2 billion budget to the Board of County Supervisors on Tuesday night. He hopes to continue funding public schools, add staff positions, invest in technology, and provide salary increases.

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Navigating the Next Term: Deshundra Jefferson Faces Crucial Choices Amidst Digital Gateway, Meals Tax Debates

By Alan Gloss

In the wake of the contentious Digital Gateway project and ongoing debates surrounding the Meals Tax, Chair At-large Deshundra Jefferson of the Prince William Board of County Supervisors faces a series of complex decisions as county leaders leave their honeymoon phase and prepare for the next three and a half years of their term. 

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Exclusive: Jefferson Talks About Her First 100 Days in Prince William: Data Centers, Tax Relief, and Civility 

By Alan Gloss
Desundra Jefferson, Prince William Board of County Supervisors Chair At-large [Photo: Alan Gloss]

Potomac Local News recently interviewed Deshundra Jefferson, Chair of the Prince William County Board of Supervisors, to discuss her initial 100 days in office and her future plans for the county.

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Residents divided as Manassas City Council grapples with proposed tax increase

By Caitlyn Meisner
Manassas Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger

Manassas City Council held a public hearing on the city’s budget, as residents once again are facing the prospect of paying more in taxes.

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