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Facilities Director Lays out Judicial Center Expansion Plans

By Caitlyn Meisner
The Judicial Center for Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park.

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Prince William Board Approves 500+ Units Near Manassas After Planning Commission Denial

By Caitlyn Meisner
The area of Hoadly Road up for consideration. [Courtesy of Prince William County]

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Top Court Won’t Hear HOA Challenge; Prince William Continues Digital Gateway Appeals

By Uriah Kiser

The Virginia Supreme Court has declined to hear a case brought by the Oak Valley Homeowners Association, arguing that elected officials should be required to consider public testimony before voting — even as Prince William County continues to spend taxpayer funds appealing a lower-court ruling tied to the Digital Gateway data center project.

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School Board Chair: 14th High School Project Could Be Canceled

By Uriah Kiser

Prince William County School Board Chair Dr. Babur Lateef told Potomac Local News that a formal review of the division’s planned 14th high school is likely to come before the School Board in early 2026, and the project could be canceled as officials reassess declining enrollment projections.

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Supervisors split on public funding for private repairs as soil ordinance passes

By Uriah Kiser

The Prince William Board of County Supervisors voted 4–3 on Tuesday to adopt an ordinance establishing a local Foundation and Soil Management Fund, following public comment and debate over whether public funds should be used to address foundation and soil problems affecting private property.

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Ashworth Requests More Staff in FY27; Supervisors Signal Support

By Caitlyn Meisner
The Judicial Center for Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park.

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Early-voting surge highlights need for bigger election facilities in Manassas

By Potomac Local News

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Prince William Schools Aren’t Closing—And That’s the Point

By Uriah Kiser

In Prince William County, the message is becoming increasingly clear: Schools are open, and everyone—teachers and students alike—is expected to show up whenever possible.

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Manassas considers new rules for data centers, warehouses near homes

By Potomac Local News
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Manassas is moving to tighten its rules on data centers and other large industrial buildings, as the City Council considers new standards aimed at protecting nearby neighborhoods from noise, height, and visual impacts.

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Data centers emerge as political flashpoint at Prince William legislative meeting

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

Data center growth emerged as a key point of tension during a joint legislative meeting between Prince William County officials, School Board members, and state lawmakers held on December 3, 2025, as leaders weighed the economic benefits of the industry against growing concerns over energy capacity, land use, and community impact.

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