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Published May 6, 2025 at 2:00PM

DUMFRIES, Va. – Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood invited the community to join him for a workout event just days after the unexpected death of his younger brother, 37-year-old Darron Smith.

Smith passed away suddenly on Saturday, May 2, 2025. In a heartfelt message, Mayor Wood described his brother as someone born for greatness—sharing a birthday with Super Bowl legend Doug Williams—and a constant presence in his life. “We shared so many moments side by side—from family to food trucks to faith,” Wood wrote. “And now my heart is broken.”

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Parents Charged with Murder After 2-Year-Old Found Dead in Hotel Room

By Potomac Local News

Published May 3, 2025 at 9:50AM

DUMFRIES, Va. – A two-year-old girl was found dead at the Red Roof Inn in Dumfries earlier this month, prompting a homicide investigation that led to the arrest of both of her parents on multiple felony charges, including murder and child neglect.

According to Prince William County Police, officers were called to the hotel at 17113 Dumfries Road on April 16 at 4:29 p.m. after fire and rescue crews reported the child was deceased. Preliminary findings showed no visible signs of trauma or immediate medical issues. A second child, under the age of six, was also in the room and was unharmed. That child has since been placed in the care of trusted parties.

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Town Unveils Vision for Dumfries Waterfront District During On-Site Tour

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 30, 2025 at 1:00PM | Updated April 30, 2025 at 3:53PM

DUMFRIES, Va. – The Town of Dumfries is one step closer to transforming more than 160 acres of land into a vibrant new district along the Quantico Creek, near the Potomac River.

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Dumfries Mayor Discusses Economic Impact of New Wawa Gas Station at Route 1 and Possum Point Road

By Potomac Local News

Published April 23, 2025 at 1:06PM | Updated April 25, 2025 at 6:16PM

DUMFRIES, Va. –Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood recently spoke about the new development underway at the corner of Route 1 and Possum Point Road: the first-ever Wawa gas station in the town. This new business, set to open in late summer or early fall of 2025, promises to bring economic benefits to the area, marking a pivotal moment in the town’s growth and revitalization efforts.

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Dumfries Town Council Votes to Create Economic Development Authority

By Potomac Local News

Published April 22, 2025 at 3:40PM | Updated April 25, 2025 at 6:16PM

DUMFRIES, Va. — The Town of Dumfries took a significant step toward shaping its economic future on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, by voting to establish a new Economic Development Authority (EDA).

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With County EDA in Place, Dumfries Seeks More Control Over Business Development

By Potomac Local News

Published April 9, 2025 at 1:00PM

Dumfries is Virginia's oldest continually chartered town.

The Dumfries Town Council is weighing the creation of its own Economic Development Authority (EDA), aiming to enhance local business growth and expand economic tools available within town limits.

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Dumfries Shifts Holiday Parade, Tweaks Concert Series for 2025

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 7, 2025 at 1:00PM

Dumfries is Virginia's oldest continually chartered town.

The Dumfries Town Council approved its 2025 events calendar during its April 1 meeting, finalizing several changes to the town’s lineup of annual events.

The most significant update is the rescheduling of the Holiday Parade. Traditionally held in December, the event will now take place on Saturday, November 22, 2025. The new date will help Dumfries avoid scheduling conflicts with neighboring localities and attract more marching bands and participants, notably Manassas, which hosts the region’s largest Christmas parade.

Prince William

Delays to New Elementary Schools Mean More Trailers, Overcrowding for Students at Covington-Harper

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 4, 2025 at 2:00PM

Two new elementary schools that could help ease overcrowding in Prince William County won’t open until at least 2026 and 2027, respectively, school officials say.

The Woodbridge Area Elementary School, located across from Marumsco Plaza along Route 1, is now slated to open for the 2026-27 school year, following a series of delays. The civil plan approval process with Prince William County took six extra months due to floodplain considerations.

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Winners Church to Host Free Community Easter Meal in Dumfries

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 3, 2025 at 7:00AM

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The event will feature free hot meals from the food truck vendor District Bites. Meals are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and no registration is required.

The initiative began as an extension of the church’s 21-day period of fasting and prayer—a time when members focus on spiritual renewal and service. Motivated by faith and a commitment to meet tangible needs in the community, the program launched with support from church members who helped bring in a professional chef and food truck to serve hot meals directly to neighbors in need.

Fredericksburg

Dominion Energy to Upgrade Aging Power Lines from Fredericksburg to Possum Point

By Uriah Kiser

Published March 24, 2025 at 2:15PM

Dominion Energy is preparing to launch a significant infrastructure upgrade along a key electrical transmission corridor stretching from Fredericksburg to Possum Point in Prince William County.

The project, known as the Fredericksburg-Possum Point 230 kV Electric Transmission Upgrade and Rebuild, aims to replace aging equipment and bolster grid reliability as regional electricity demand grows. The existing infrastructure has served the area for more than five decades and is reaching the end of its service life.