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Published September 30, 2024 at 12:27PM | Updated September 30, 2024 at 12:54PM

Manassas is gearing up for an engaging Mayoral Forum on October 1, 2024. The event, featuring incumbent Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger (D) and challenger Xiao-Yin Tang Byrom (R), will be held at the Manassas Museum, located at 9101 Prince William Street. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., and the program will commence promptly at 6:30 p.m.

Organized to give residents a direct channel to hear from the candidates about their visions and policies, the forum promises a thorough discourse on local issues. It will be moderated by trusted local entities, including InsideNova and the Prince William Times, and Potomac Local News.

Manassas

Michelle Davis Younger on School Performance, Economic Growth, and Why She’s Seeking Another Term as Mayor

By Alan Gloss

Published September 22, 2024 at 11:14AM

Manassas Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger

In her first interview with Potomac Local News since being elected four years ago, Mayor Michelle Davis Younger (D) shared her vision and priorities for her November 2024 re-election campaign.

Davis Younger emphasized the importance of voter participation, urging residents to exercise their right to vote. “It’s so important to get out and vote,” she stated. “No matter what, we all want what’s best for our community.” Davis Younger is vying for a second term as mayor and is challenged by longtime city businesswoman Xiao-Yin “Tang” Byrom (R).

News

Democrats Attack GOP Candidate Over Shirt Color in Manassas Election

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 5, 2024 at 3:30PM | Updated August 5, 2024 at 10:32PM

The mayoral campaign in Manassas has begun, and Democrats have launched their first attack, focusing on the shirt color of the Republican candidate, Xiao Yin “Tang” Byrom.

Byrom knocked on doors and talked with voters on Sunday, August 4, 2024. She posted a photo of herself wearing her campaign colors, pink and green, on Facebook.

Controversial Cultural Exchange: Chinese Leaders Visit Manassas

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 26, 2024 at 11:48AM

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Manassas Mayor Calls for Delegate Dan Helmer to Withdraw from Congressional Race Amid Sexual Assault Allegations

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 13, 2024 at 3:22PM

Manassas Mayor Michele Davis Younger has called for Delegate Dan Helmer to drop his bid for the Democratic nomination for Virginia’s 10th Congressional District following recent sexual assault allegations against him.

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Features

Manassas Ballet Theatre marks 40 years

By Amelia Breeden

Published February 15, 2024 at 10:00AM | Updated February 18, 2024 at 7:41AM

Manassas Ballet Theatre celebrated a significant milestone on February 9, 2024, marking its 40th anniversary season. Established in 1983 by Leslie Gearhart, the academy saw a transition in ownership in 1999 when Amy Wolfe took the reins.

Under Wolfe’s leadership, a pivotal moment it occurred in 2007 when she donated the academy to the non-profit Manassas Performing Arts, Inc. This decision not only altered the institution’s name from Manassas School of Ballet to the widely recognized Manassas Ballet Theatre but also underscored its commitment to fostering artistic endeavors in the community.