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Manassas Park Schools Hit by Ransomware—Here’s What We Know So Far

By Potomac Local News

MANASSAS PARK, Va. – The folks at Manassas Park City Schools just told Potomac Local News they were the target of a ransomware attack back in June—and some personal information might’ve been exposed.

The school division says it first learned of the incident on June 13, 2025, and quickly brought in IT staff and outside cybersecurity experts to investigate and secure its network. Hackers had reportedly accessed the system a day earlier and encrypted parts of it. While there’s no confirmation that anyone’s personal data was taken or misused, officials are alerting those who might be affected—just in case.

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The Addams Family Musical Haunts the Stage at Manassas Park High

By Potomac Local News

MANASSAS PARK, Va. – The Manassas Park High School Theatre Department is bringing a delightfully spooky classic to life this week with performances of The Addams Family Musical. The show runs from May 1 through May 4 and promises an evening filled with laughter, eerie tunes, and all the charm of the famously offbeat Addams clan.

In a post on social media, Manassas Park City Public Schools invited the community to enjoy “a spooktacular night of laughter, music, and macabre fun,” encouraging folks to snag tickets before they disappear. The musical, based on the iconic characters created by Charles Addams, follows the family’s hilarious antics as daughter Wednesday falls in love with someone “normal.”

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Manassas Park Schools Unveil $64.8M FY26 Budget Focused on Literacy, Staff Pay, and Student Wellness

By Uriah Kiser

On Tuesday, Manassas Park City Schools presented the governing body with a $64.8 million operating budget for Fiscal Year 2026. The budget outlines key priorities to improve academic performance, boost teacher compensation, and expand student wellness and mental health services.

Superintendent Dr. Melissa Saunders and Finance Director Mr. Lyon led the presentation, which showcased the division’s efforts to balance rising costs with a continued decline in student enrollment.

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Kevin Moreau Appointed to Manassas Park City Council

By Uriah Kiser

 The Manassas Park Governing Body has appointed Kevin Moreau to fill a vacant seat on the Governing Body (City Council) following the recent election of Alana Mensing as mayor.

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Manassas Park City Schools Closed January 6 Due to Snow

By Uriah Kiser

Manassas Park City Schools (MPCS) announced that all schools will be closed on Monday, citing snowy conditions as the reason for the closure.

The announcement on the division’s website stated, “All Manassas Park City Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 6th, due to snowy conditions. Code RED for employees.”

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Area Schools Set for Winter Break

By Aya Karouane
Photo: Stafford County Public Schools

Winter Break is almost here in the Potomac region, here are the dates for the schools in our area.

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Manassas Park Seeks Applicants to Fill Vacant Governing Body, School Board Seats

By Uriah Kiser

The City of Manassas Park has two terms expiring. Manassas Park School Board term expires June 30, 2026.

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Monday, Nov. 4: 14th Annual Band Together to Fight Hunger

By Potomac Local News

Join us November 4 from 7-9 p.m. for the 14th Annual Band Together to Fight Hunger event.

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