Officials are trying to figure out how to keep PRTC buses rolling in 2017.
There’s been more talk, but not much action to address the looming $9 million annual shortfall for Prince William County’s transit system.
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Traffic
When you see flashing school zone signs this summer, you still need to slow down.
According to Prince William police, summer school is in session in several county schools until July 24.
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Route 28 in Bristow is being widened to four lanes.
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Planners are talking about extending a walking trail that would join two National Parks in Prince William County.
Go to Extended trail would link Prince William Forest, Manassas Battlefield National parks
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According to VDOT, Route 28 between Bristow Village Boulevard and Battalion Square will be closed in both directions on Friday and Sunday night.
More on closure times from VDOT:
The construction project that has spelled headache for commuters for the past four years is complete.
According to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), the shoulder lane on I-495 has been opened.
VDOT stated that this has been done to improve driving conditions going northbound, when I-495 Express Lanes join the regular driving lanes.
For those planning to head out of the area for the Fourth of July weekend – prepare for some heavy traffic.
Currently Interstate 95 going southbound in North Stafford was already seeing congestion at 9 a.m. this morning.
The Washington Regional Alcohol Program (WRAP) is offering their SoberRide program from 10 p.m. on July 4 to 4 a.m. on July 5.
According to a WRAP release, individuals can receive a free cab ride home, up to a $30 fare.
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Starting today, there are some new rules of the road in Virginia.
During their last session, the Virginia General Assembly made amendments to state codes that are meant to increase safety measures for bicycles, postal vehicles, and garbage trucks, among others.