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Published July 31, 2025 at 6:59PM | Updated August 1, 2025 at 3:12PM

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Updated 10:40 a.m. Friday, August 1, 2025 – A man is in custody after allegedly shooting two family members—killing one and critically injuring the other—during an argument inside a Woodbridge home Wednesday evening.

Prince William police say 56-year-old Khampheng Toune Quanlangsy shot a 42-year-old man and a 70-year-old woman in the upper body following a verbal altercation. Officers responded around 5:42 p.m. to the 12900 block of Kenmar Drive, where they found Quanlangsy outside the home and took him into custody without incident.

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Girls Can Try Hockey for Free in Dale City and Haymarket This September

By Potomac Local News

Published July 20, 2025 at 9:30AM | Updated July 28, 2025 at 1:55PM

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DALE CITY, Va. – Young girls can lace up their skates for free this fall at the Prince William Ice Center in Dale City and the Haymarket Iceplex, as part of the DMV Girls Try Hockey for Free Day on Saturday, Sept. 13. The event is open to girls ages 4 to 9 and offers a low-barrier introduction to the sport, backed by the Washington Capitals and regional youth hockey groups.

The Potomac Lady Patriots will host their free session at the Dale City rink, while the Piedmont Predators welcome newcomers at Haymarket. Each site will provide loaner gear for the one-to-two-hour experience, with registration now open.

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Quartz District and Interchange Project Move Forward in Woodbridge: What’s Coming, What’s Delayed

By Uriah Kiser

Published July 16, 2025 at 2:30PM

WOODBRIDGE, Va. – A new walkable community featuring more than 1,000 homes, restaurants, and Prince William County’s first Whole Foods Market is moving closer to reality at one of the region’s busiest intersections.

Over 100 people attended a community meeting at the Prince William County Government Center in Woodbridge on Saturday, July 12, where county officials and developers shared updated timelines and new design details for the Quartz District, a long-planned mixed-use development located at the intersection of Minnieville Road and Prince William Parkway. But the project’s future hinges on the construction of a Single Point Urban Interchange (SPUI)—a first for the county.

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VFW Post 1503 in Dale City Named Virginia’s Top Community Service Post for 2024–2025

By Potomac Local News

Published July 10, 2025 at 1:16PM

VFW Post 1503 in Dale City, known as the General Lewis B. “Chesty” Puller Post, has been named Virginia’s National Community Service Post Award recipient for 2024–2025. This honor recognizes the post’s outstanding service to veterans and the broader community over the past year.

According to a memorandum from the VFW National Programs Office, the award is based on a post’s “total impact,” which includes volunteer hours, mileage, and financial contributions toward community service efforts. Post 1503 stood out for its extensive outreach, including school supply drives for local elementary schools, support for youth sports, and assistance to veterans filing benefit claims.

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‘Help Me Understand’: Supervisor’s Warning Echoes as Garage Use Falls Short

By Uriah Kiser

Published July 7, 2025 at 2:00PM

Prince William County officials celebrate the opening the Neabsco Parking Garage in Woodbridge in November 2024.

WOODBRIDGE, Va. – Nearly six months after the grand opening of Prince William County’s first commuter parking garage, new data shows the facility is being used far below capacity while operating costs continue to climb, renewing questions raised even before construction began.

The Neabsco-Potomac Mills Commuter Garage, a $53.5 million project located near Opitz Boulevard and Interstate 95, officially opened in November 2024. Since then, the county has spent $186,016 on operational expenses, according to recently released county records. The seven-story facility features 1,400 parking spaces, resulting in a construction cost of $38,214 per space.

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Celebrate the 4th in Dale City with a Parade and Family Fun Day

By Uriah Kiser

Published July 2, 2025 at 9:30AM

DALE CITY, Va. – One of the region’s most popular Independence Day traditions is back: The Dale City 4th of July Parade kicks off Thursday morning at 10 a.m. along Dale Boulevard.

The festive, family-friendly event runs eastbound from Kirkdale Road to Gemini Way, with marching bands, colorful floats, and community groups making their way down the heart of Dale City. Spectators are encouraged to arrive early and bring chairs or blankets to stake out a good viewing spot.

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Motorcyclist Killed in Crash at Minnieville and Prince William Parkway

By Potomac Local News

Published May 12, 2025 at 9:45AM

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WOODBRIDGE, Va. – A motorcyclist was killed Friday night in a collision at the intersection of Minnieville Road and Prince William Parkway in Woodbridge.

According to the Prince William County Police Department, the crash occurred around 10:30 p.m. on May 10. Investigators say the rider of a 2019 Indian FTR 1200 motorcycle was heading east on Minnieville Road when he ran a red light at Prince William Parkway. At the same time, a 2019 Kia Soul, traveling westbound, began turning left onto Prince William Parkway when the two vehicles collided.

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Dunkin’ Honors Dale City Volunteer Firefighters with Sweet Treats and Surprise Gift

By Potomac Local News

Published April 30, 2025 at 3:53PM

DALE CITY, Va. – In honor of National Volunteer Month, Dunkin’ showed appreciation for local heroes at the Dale City Volunteer Fire Department by delivering a sweet surprise on Saturday, April 26, 2025.

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Prince William County Schools’ $1 Billion Capital Improvement Plan

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 30, 2025 at 9:00AM | Updated February 13, 2025 at 10:50AM

The Edward L. Kelly Leadership Center is the headquarters for the Prince William County Public School System. [Photo via Prince William County Public Schools]

Prince William County Schools (PWCS) are embarking on an ambitious $1.098 billion Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) aimed at alleviating overcrowding, modernizing aging school facilities, and preparing for future shifts in student enrollment. The plan, presented at the January 15, 2025, school board work session, includes new school constructions, significant renovations, and sustainability-focused upgrades.

To address overcrowding in high-growth areas, PWCS will build multiple new schools, including:

Occoquan Replacement School – Scheduled to open in December 2025, this school will add 226 seats and include specialized programs for students with special education and autism support needs.
Woodbridge Area Elementary School – Opening in the 2026-2027 school year, this school will provide a capacity of approximately 632 students and will serve the Cardinal and Neabsco Mills Districts, areas currently experiencing significant overcrowding.

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Prince William Board Discusses New Hockey Rink for Dale City Boys and Girls Club

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 19, 2024 at 9:00AM | Updated December 19, 2024 at 2:33PM

Prince William Ice Center

Prince William County could soon be home to a new inline hockey rink at the Hylton Boys and Girls Club in Dale City, following an in-depth discussion by the Board of County Supervisors during their December 17, 2024, meeting.

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