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Quantico

Quantico Wants More Stafford Water; Supervisors Question Reservoir Safety

By Potomac Local News

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors heard a proposal on May 26 for a new utility agreement with Marine Corps Base Quantico (MCBQ) that would increase the base’s water allocation from the county’s system while renewing long-term access to shared infrastructure.

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Fredericksburg

Schools, Streets and Utilities Lead Fredericksburg’s Proposed $179M Capital Spending Plan

By Potomac Local News
Fredericksburg City Hall [Photo: Fredericksburg Va. Government Facebook page]

City Council is expected to adopt a $179.16 million Capital Improvement Plan on Tuesday that charts infrastructure, education, and public safety investments through fiscal year 2031.

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Schools

Stafford Eyes Predictable School Funding Model While Prince William Questions Its 27-Year Deal

By Potomac Local News
Photo: Stafford County Public Schools

Stafford County supervisors will meet Tuesday, May 26 at 5 p.m. at the County Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road, to discuss implementing a formal revenue sharing agreement with Stafford County Public Schools. 

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Fredericksburg

New Fire Station Site Is a Tight Squeeze; Future Looks Cloudy for Sunshine Ballpark

By Mike Salmon

The planning process is in full swing for Fire Station #3 on Fall Hill Avenue in the northern section of Fredericksburg.

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Fredericksburg

Special Education Enrollment Surges in Fredericksburg Amid Enrollment Decline

By Potomac Local News

At its regular meeting on May 4, 2026, the Fredericksburg City School Board received an update highlighting substantial growth in special education services as the division navigates shifting enrollment trends.

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Stafford

Stafford Residents Overwhelmingly Oppose Dominion Power Line Project

By Potomac Local News

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors on May 5, 2026, discussed the results of a community survey showing overwhelming resident opposition to Dominion Energy’s proposed North Anna to Bristers Electric Transmission Project, a roughly 70-mile, 500-kilovolt line that would traverse multiple counties including Stafford.

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Stafford

Emmy Winner Sally Struthers Appeals for County Support of Riverside Performing Arts Center

By Potomac Local News

Actress Sally Struthers told the Stafford County Board of Supervisors on May 5, 2026, that the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts is “a jewel in the crown of Stafford County” and urged county leaders to provide financial support and a formal partnership to help it grow as a regional theater.

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Stafford

Stafford Planning Commission Defers Potomac Creek Data Center After Last-Minute Ackoceek Pull Sparks Resident Outrage

By Potomac Local News
Stafford's courthouse complex off U.S. 1 is expanding to include a new building. Photo: Mary Davidson

Stafford County Planning Commission members faced a packed room and pointed public criticism during their April 22, 2026, meeting after the applicant for the Stafford County Planning Commission members faced a packed room and pointed public criticism during their April 22, 2026, meeting after the applicant for the Ackoceek Center data center project requested a last-minute deferral of items 7-10 that same afternoon. Residents who had prepared extensively — printing packets, knocking on neighbors’ doors, and traveling from as far as King George County — expressed frustration over the disruption.Center data center project requested a last-minute deferral of items 7-10 that same afternoon. Residents who had prepared extensively — printing packets, knocking on neighbors’ doors, and traveling from as far as King George County — expressed frustration over the disruption.

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Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg Approves FY2026 Road Repairs: ‘Share the Love’ Across Neighborhoods

By Potomac Local News
A view of Downtown Fredericksburg from above Hurkamp Park [Photo: Fredericksburg City]

Fredericksburg City Council unanimously approved the list of streets slated for asphalt and concrete rehabilitation in fiscal year 2026 during its April 28 meeting, advancing the city’s annual program to address pavement conditions, pedestrian safety, and ADA compliance across diverse neighborhoods.

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Schools

New Stafford Schools Move Forward Amid Higher Property Taxes

By Potomac Local News

The Stafford County School Board unanimously adopted its FY27 operating budget Thursday evening, one day after the Board of Supervisors approved a real estate tax rate that will significantly raise taxes for homeowners to help fund school construction and operations.

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