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Did You Hear It? Occoquan Dam Siren to be Tested on Wednesday November 20

By Aya Karouane
The Occoquan Reservoir provides drinking water for 1.5 million people in Northern Virginia. [Photo: Fairfax Water]

Fairfax Water will test the Occoquan Dam Siren warning system on Wednesday, November 20, at 10 a.m.The sirens are intended to alert people near the Occoquan River to seek higher ground in case of a dam failure.

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Stafford County Thanksgiving Holiday Closures

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Stafford County offices, departments, and courts will be closed for Thanksgiving from Nov. 27–29. Emergency services remain available, and parks stay open.

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‘From Darkness to Light’ Holiday Concert is Gainesville Choir’s Largest Yet

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Experience the magic of “From Darkness to Light,” a winter concert by the Gainesville Community Choir featuring Dan Forrest’s LUX and over 200 voices.

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Celebrate the Season in Occoquan: Tree Lighting & Holiday Firelight

By Jazbia Chaudhry
Santa lights the Christmas tree at Occoquan Town Hall.

Celebrate the season in Occoquan with the Tree Lighting, fire pits, caroling, and late-night shopping on Nov. 23!

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Plan Ahead: Holiday Library Hours and Closures

By Jazbia Chaudhry

There’s still time to swing by your library and get ready for the holiday season! Here’s the schedule:

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Prince William County Real Estate and Personal Property Taxes Due December 5, 2024

By Aya Karouane
[Photo: Kenny Eliason/Unsplash]

Prince William County’s personal property and second-half real estate taxes for 2024 are due by December 5, 2024, with various payment options available, including online, phone, mail, and in-person at designated locations. Late payments will incur a 10% penalty and monthly interest, and residents with questions or missing tax bills are advised to contact the Taxpayer Services Office.

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Belmont Elementary Named National ESEA Distinguished School

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Greendale Elementary and Belmont Elementary have been recognized as Virginia’s 2024 National ESEA Distinguished Schools for their outstanding academic achievements, with notable gains in literacy and closing achievement gaps.

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Manassas Park Teen Charged with Armed Robbery, Assault in Stafford

By Jazbia Chaudhry

An 18-year-old Manassas Park man faces multiple charges after an armed robbery and assault on November 14. One victim was hospitalized, and police are working to identify a second suspect.

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Santa Claus Arrives at Potomac Mills Friday for Parties, Photos

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Celebrate the season with Santa at Potomac Mills, starting Nov. 22. Don’t miss the Santa Photo Experience and festive events like Military Kids Santa Party and Caring Santa.

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