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Get Ahead: More specialty courts?; 141 new homes planned; Stafford meeting shakeup

By Uriah Kiser
The Judicial Center for Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park.

The Prince William Board of County Supervisors will discuss the enhancement and expansion of specialty courts at the Safe and Secure Communities briefing scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 2 p.m.

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Purina Tower and Dog Chow linked by a grain of truth; Makeover ahead

By Mike Salmon
Some say keep the current paint job while others want to renew the look. [Photo: Mike Salmon]

The checkerboard tower next to the train station in downtown Fredericksburg is getting a makeover that will say less “Purina,” and more “upgrade,” as officials go with a blue checkerboard pattern and “Welcome to Fredericksburg.”

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Stafford County business appreciation ceremony nears

By Uriah Kiser

It’s time once again for the annual Stafford County Business Appreciation Reception.

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Fredericksburg’s Director of Economic Development and Tourism leaving after nearly 10 years

By Uriah Kiser
Fredericksburg City Hall [Photo: Fredericksburg Va. Government Facebook page]

After nearly 10 years working for the City of Fredericksburg, Bill Freehling is leaving his post as Director of Economic Development and Tourism.

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Voodoo Brothers to replace Okra’s Cajun Creole

By Potomac Local News

Voodoo Brothers will replace the once-popular Okra’s Cajun Creole restaurant in Downtown Manassas.

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Barber named Stafford economic development director

By Potomac Local News

Stafford County has a new director of economic development. Liz Barber was named the ED for the county, the second in less than a year.

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Manassas government expands property portfolio: Purchases Manassas Shopping Center for redevelopment

By Potomac Local News

The Manassas government will expand the number of acres it owns by purchasing the Manassas Shopping Center.

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Manassas breaks ground for 247 new homes

By Potomac Local News

City leaders and Van Metre Homes came together today, March 11, 2024, to celebrate the groundbreaking of Ashberry, a new residential community set to redefine the landscape of Manassas.

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Manassas firms shine bright at Prince William Chamber of Commerce Business Awards

By Potomac Local News
Delbert Parks, Vice President, Frontend Manufacturing Operations, MTV at Micron Technology

A quintet of Manassas-based companies emerged triumphant at the prestigious Annual Prince William Chamber of Commerce Business Awards, held at the Foxchase Manor events center on February 23.

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Manassas eyes acquisition of Marsteller Middle School property for future park and community hub

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Manassas is in talks to acquire the former 20-acre Marsteller Middle School School property located at 8730 Sudley Road, with plans to transform it into the city’s 21st public park.

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