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Slugging in Stafford Rises Rain or Shine

Published September 24, 2025 at 4:37PM

A driver on who travels Va. 610 decided to let the world know about their commuting habits via their license plates (Mary Davidson/PotomacLocal.com)

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — GWRideConnect conducted its annual slug survey and observed significant activity at the Staffordboro and Warrenton Road Park and Ride lots.

At the Warrenton Road lot, surveyors counted 42 vehicles picking up 104 riders on Tuesday, September 9th. This marks the most substantial slugging presence at the Rt. 17 lot since before the pandemic. “Slugging at Rt. 17 is alive and well,” said Kerry McKenney, GWRideConnect Program Coordinator. “There is plenty of room for more commuters to join in, and many riders expressed interest in seeing greater participation.”

Crash rate up 35% after I-95 through lanes opened; Route 3, Exit 126 flagged as danger zones

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 24, 2025 at 9:00AM

A drone view of Interstate 95 at Exit 126 in Spotsylvania County, where traffic merging with Route 1 has been identified as one of the region’s top crash hot spots. [Photo: VDOT]

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Waterfall Road Closed in Haymarket Sept. 29 – Oct. 9

By Press Release

Published September 23, 2025 at 8:40PM

HAYMARKET, Va. — Waterfall Road (Route 601) between Mount Atlas Lane (Route 731) and Jackson Hollow Road (Route 680) will be closed to through traffic from 6:30 a.m. Monday, Sept. 29, until 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, to replace the bridge over Catharpin Creek, according to the Virginia Department of Transportation.

Those needing to reach properties along Waterfall Road during the 10-day closure will have access, but will not be able to go beyond the bridge work site in either direction.

Woodbridge woman injured on fatal crash on Interstate 395 in Alexandria

By Press Release

Published September 23, 2025 at 8:36PM

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Virginia State Police is investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash that occurred Saturday (Sept. 20, 2025) at 2:20 a.m. on Interstate 395 southbound in the City of Alexandria.

A 2008 Toyota Corolla crashed and became disabled in the southbound lanes near the three-mile-marker. This crash was not reported to law enforcement. A 2021 Hyundai Venue travelling southbound at a high rate of speed then struck the disabled Corolla.

Potomac Shores VRE Station to Break Ground in 2026, Open by 2027

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 22, 2025 at 3:00PM

Construction on the long-awaited Potomac Shores Virginia Railway Express (VRE) Station is projected to begin in the first quarter of 2026, with the new stop opening by mid-to-late 2027, according to VRE officials.

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Tow Fees in Stafford to Rise to $210 After State Code Change

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 19, 2025 at 9:00AM

STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. – Drivers in Stafford County will soon pay more if their cars are towed from private property.

The Board of Supervisors on Sept. 16 unanimously approved an ordinance aligning county towing fees with a new state law that took effect July 1. The change raises the maximum charge for private-property towing from $135 to $210.

New Schools, Old Roads: Stafford Supervisors Debate Who Pays for Traffic Fixes

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 18, 2025 at 9:00AM

An aerial view of Stafford County's sixth high school under construction. [Photo: Stafford County Public Schools]

Stafford County supervisors clashed Tuesday over who should pay for road improvements tied to two new schools scheduled to open in 2026.

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Spotsylvania Man, 39, Dies After Sedan Strikes Dump Truck at Fredericksburg Intersection

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 17, 2025 at 1:00PM

FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — A Spotsylvania man died after the car he was driving rear-ended a dump truck at a Fredericksburg intersection on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, around 8:09 p.m., police said.

Fredericksburg police identified the driver as Christopher Hlusko, 39, of Spotsylvania. He was driving a 2011 Mitsubishi Galant when it struck the back of a dump truck that had stopped for a red light and begun moving when the signal turned green, according to police.

Complete Streets Plan Aims to Make Region Safer for Walkers, Cyclists

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 16, 2025 at 10:00AM | Updated September 16, 2025 at 10:16AM

Traffic signal set to flashing red at the intersection of George and Prince Edward Streets in downtown Fredericksburg. [Submitted]

A citizens advisory panel heard Wednesday that the Fredericksburg region has logged more than 400 crashes involving pedestrians and bicyclists since 2016, underscoring the need for safer, more connected roadways.

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Crash on Courthouse Road Claims One Life—Investigation Ongoing

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 15, 2025 at 2:25PM

[Courtesy of Northern Virginia Police Cars via Instagram]

The folks at the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office just told Potomac Local News that the crash happened around 5:40 p.m. on September 14, in the 6800 block of Courthouse Road. Deputies say a 2022 Tesla X crossed the double yellow line and slammed into a 2024 Hyundai Tucson.

The driver of the Hyundai, 76-year-old Donna Pinnell of Goochland, died at the scene. Her family has been notified.