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Dumfries Town Council gathers to weigh new proffer conditions for The Rose Gaming Resort

By Uriah Kiser
Dumfries Town Hall

“A few moments ago, the Town of Dumfries Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the proposed amendments to the proffer related to The Rose. The vote was 4-0. The amendments and other commitments, as outlined below, will go before the Town Council for its consideration on Tuesday evening,” said Michael Kelly, spokesman for The Rose, on Monday night, Feb. 12, 2024.

Tonight, the Dumfries Town Council convenes to deliberate on pivotal proffer amendments concerning The Rose Gaming Resort. These amendments were recently greenlit by the Planning Commission, marking a significant step forward for the proposed expansion.

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Business

The Rose seeks gaming expansion amid delay in Dumfries park project approval

By Sarah Romero
The Rose gaming resort and hotel proposed to open in Dumfries in 2023.

The soon-to-open The Rose gaming resort operators are about to ask the Dumfries Town Council for permission to install more gaming machines than planned, even if the greenspace they promised residents as part of the development won’t be built yet.

Churchill Downs, Inc., owners of the Rose, a 310-room hotel, video slot gaming parlor, restaurant, and entertainment destination, have submitted their original development package adjustments to Dumfries Town Council. The town council will hold a special public meeting on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at 7 p.m., at Town Hall, 17739 Main Street, to rule on the matter.

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Townhouse fire in Dumfries displaces 5, prompts safety reminder about candle use

By Uriah Kiser

In Dumfries, fire and rescue units responded to a call reporting smoke at a townhouse in the 17000 block of Denali Place.

Crews arrived to find flames on the home’s front. The fire was controlled with hose lines. Only one occupant was present and evacuated safely. No injuries were reported.

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Features

Dumfries to celebrate 275th milestone over three days in May

By Uriah Kiser

Dumfries turns 275 years old this year, and the town council got an update on a planned three-day event to commemorate the milestone.

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Politics

Manassas Mayor, Dumfries Vice Mayor on the move

By Uriah Kiser
Mary Reilly of Creative Brush Studios and Manassas Mayor Michelle Davis Younger unveil Davis Younger's portrait at the city's 150th anniversary celebration on April 1, 2023.

Manassas City Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger is attending the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) 92nd Winter Meeting in Washington, D.C. The three-day conference brings together over 250 mayors nationwide to discuss challenges, share best practices, and engage with federal officials.

Davis-Younger, a first-time attendee, expressed her appreciation for the opportunity to network and participate in informative sessions addressing various concerns, from poverty and homelessness to AI. The meeting includes conversations with national leaders, including President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. Davis-Younger will also visit the White House on January 19.

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Town leaders praise new Dumfries Citizen Connect app

By Uriah Kiser
Dumfries is Virginia's oldest continually chartered town.

The Dumfries Town Council received a presentation on the new Dumfries Citizen Connect app, presented by Kevin Strauss of GoGov, during its January 9, 2024 meeting.

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Correction: Knife found at Potomac Senior High School not passed through Evolv scanner

By Uriah Kiser
Potomac Senior High School in Woodbridge

A knife found at Potomac Senior High School on January 3, 2024, was not passed through a metal detector.

We incorrectly reported it had been in an earlier version of this story.

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Man shot in leg in Dale City uncooperative with police

By Amelia Breeden

Prince William police reported the following incidents:

“Shooting Investigation – On January 10 at 9:24 p.m., officers responded to investigate a shooting that reportedly occurred in the area of Cloverdale Road and Dodson Drive in [Dale City] earlier that evening. Officers were initially called to an area hospital where a 20-year-old man was being treated for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The preliminary investigation revealed the man was walking in the above area when he heard gunfire before being struck in the leg. After being injured, the man contacted a family member who brought him to an area hospital. Officers checked the area, locating no evidence of a shooting. No additional calls were received regarding gunfire. The man refused to cooperate further with detectives regarding the incident. Anyone with information to aid investigators in this investigation is asked to contact police.”

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