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Restaurant that defied COVID restrictions raided; appeals to Gov. Glenn Youngkin — who held a political rally there in October — go unanswered

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The Virginia ABC Authority, backed by Virginia State Police troopers, raided a Spotsylvania County restaurant that defied orders to close in the face of government-ordered coronavirus restrictions in 2021.

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GMBL closer to finding new home; Planning Commission approves Kline Farm development

By Laura Coates

The Prince William County Planning Commission voted in favor of rezoning the Kline Property, at the corner of Prince William Parkway and Liberia Avenue near Manassas, for the development of a multi-use project, including the development of 240 townhomes, a drive-in pharmacy, fast food restaurant and storage facility.

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One year on the job: Stafford schools superintendent talks pay raises, lunch hour, new standards, more parental involvement

By Uriah Kiser
Residents gather at Warrior Coffee to discuss their vision for the school division with Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor. [Photo” Stafford County Public Schools]

Stafford County Schools Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor is celebrating one year on the job today. 

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Lawsuit against Supervisor Candland dismissed, recall effort stalls

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A judge tossed out a lawsuit against Prince William County Supervisor Peter Candland, who represents the Gainesville District.

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Prince William Chamber of Commerce to create charitable foundation under new CEO

By Uriah Kiser
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Robert “Bob” Sweeney will take the reins at the Prince William Chamber of Commerce in January, succeeding Debbie Jones, who has been at the organization for 32 years.

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240 houses, new home for Manassas baseball: Kline Farm headed for Planning Commission hearing on Wednesday

By Potomac Local News
A former plan to subdivide Kline Farm in 2023.

The effort to develop 240 homes on Kline Farm near Manassas is heading back to the planning commission.

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Kyle Wilson memorial to be relocated within Catharpin Park

By Potomac Local News
Prince William County officials break ground on a new $1 million building at Catharpin Park to house restrooms and a concession stand. [Photo: Prince William County Parks and Recreation]

Prince William County Gainesville District Supervisor Peter Candland says he wants to place a memorial for Kyle Wilson, the only county firefighter to die in the of service, in a more prominent place. 

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Stafford museum files annual report: Film festival, fundraising push planned

By Uriah Kiser

The Stafford County Museum and Cultural Center is an online resource for those who want to learn more about the area’s 300-year history.

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Tough sell: Manassas leaders bicker over Dean school replacement, new HQ proposal

By Uriah Kiser
Manassas City Councilman Mark Wolfe, and city school board members Jill Spall and Alex Iqbal at a joint meeting November 21, 2022.

Elected officials in Manassas had it out last night over efforts to build a replacement for Dean Elementary School and the school board’s request to buy the largest office building in the city.

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Aquia Town Center owner asked Stafford to buy vacant property, says supervisor

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Stafford County GOP Chairman Tony DeTora (right) talks with Aquia District Supervisor Monica Gary (left of DeTora) during a meeting at the Porter Library in North Stafford.

During a meeting with members of the Stafford County GOP, Aquia District Supervisor Monica Gary said the owners of Aquia Town Center asked her about the prospect of the county purchasing the failed shopping center.

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