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Manassas Budget Talks Start with Nearly 8% Increase in Average Tax Bill
Manassas City receives most of its funding from local property taxes. [Courtesy of Manassas City]On Monday night, Police Chief — and former interim city manager — Douglas Keen presented the fiscal year...
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Stafford County Considers Stricter Zoning Regulations for Data Centers
[Photo by Jordan Harrison on Unsplash]The Stafford County Board of Supervisors is taking steps to change how data centers are permitted. It is considering requiring a Conditional Use Permit (CUP)...
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Thank You for Supporting Local News + This Week’s Top Stories
Kiser Thank you for being a valued supporter of Potomac Local News. Your commitment to independent, local journalism allows us to continue reporting on the stories that matter most to our community....
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Police Blotter: Gunfire in Dumfries, Burglaries in Stafford, and Multiple DUI...
[Scott Rodgerson/Unsplash]Prince William County Police Department Shooting into a Residential Dwelling Dumfries | 17000 block of Point Pleasant Ln. On February 24 at 10:56 p.m., officers responded to a...
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2025 Fredericksburg Regional Spelling Bee Set for March 1
[Image: James Monroe High School]The Central Rappahannock Regional Library (CRRL) will host the 2025 Fredericksburg Regional Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 1, at 10 a.m. at James Monroe High School,...
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Potomac Mills Unveils Newly Remodeled Dining Pavilion
Shoppers at Potomac Mills mall in Woodbridge will find a fresh new look at the food court, which has been rebranded as the Dining Pavilion following an extensive remodel. The renovation, first...
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Dumfries Plans Housing, Business Growth—Farmers Market May Move
Dumfries is Virginia's oldest continually chartered town. The Town of Dumfries is considering relocating its Farmers Market to a more high-traffic area in an effort to boost accessibility and attract...
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Police blotter: Armed Robbery, and Speeding Suspect’s Surprise Surrender
Prince William County Armed Robbery At 11:30 PM on February 25, officers responded to a robbery at CVS (16712 Richmond Highway, Dumfries). An unknown male suspect brandished a firearm and demanded...
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Fredericksburg Approves Technology Overlay District, Paving the Way for Data...
Fredericksburg City Hall The Fredericksburg City Council voted 7-0 on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, to approve the Technology Overlay District (TOD), paving the way for data centers in Celebrate Virginia...
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Stafford County School Board Approves $503M FY2026 Budget
Stafford County School Board members pose with division employees in honor of School Board Clerk Appreciation Week. [Photo: Stafford County Public Schools Facebook page]During its regular meeting on...
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Pr. William Commonwealth’s Attorney Ordered to Pay $22K for FOIA Violation
Prince William County Commonwealth Attorney Amy Ashworth (Photo: Mike Beaty) The Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office has been ordered to pay a $22,250 sanction for violating...
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Meet Mochi: A Sweet Senior Cat Looking for a Loving Home
Mochi is an affectionate and friendly 8-year-old cat who is hoping to find her forever home. Sadly, her previous owner decided they no longer wanted her, but she hasn’t lost her loving spirit. Mochi...
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Don’t Miss Every Brilliant Thing at the ARTfactory – A Play About Hope,...
Looking for a powerful and unforgettable theatre experience? Join Actors Theatre at the ARTfactory for Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan Macmillan. This heart-wrenching yet hilarious play follows a...
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Police Blotter: Manassas Man Arrested After 100 MPH Chase, Stafford...
Virginia State Police Manassas Man Arrested After High-Speed Pursuit Interstate 66 & Leeds Manor Road, Fauquier County – February 25, 2:15 p.m.This article is FREE to read. Please Sign In or...
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Fredericksburg Food Co-op Announces Annual Food for All 5K to Support Local...
[Photo: Fredericksburg Food Co-op]The Fredericksburg Food Co-op is gearing up for its annual Food for All 5K, a community-driven event aimed at increasing access to fresh, nutritious food for...
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Supervisor Vega Issues Directive to Widen Route 28 Following Route 28 Bypass...
Prince William County Supervisor Yesli Vega has issued a directive to widen Route 28 from four to six lanes between the Manassas City Line and the Fairfax County Line, marking a significant shift in...
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Stafford Pushes for Western Road Network as Tensions Rise Over Regional...
Interstate 95 over the Rappahannock River. [VDOT]As Stafford County leaders push forward with plans for a Western Road Network to relieve congestion west of Interstate 95, tensions continue to rise...
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Developer Seeks Changes as Costs Rise for The Mill at Occoquan Project
A rendering of the "Mill at Occoquan" presented in 2019. The long-awaited Mill at Occoquan development faces financial hurdles. The project's developer, Kevin Sills, is reaching out to the town council...
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Understanding Interest Rates: Why Now is Still a Good Time to Buy a Home
Interest rates have been a hot topic in the housing market, with many prospective buyers wondering if now is the right time to purchase a home. Realtor Mark Worrilow provides insight into the history...
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Renovations Coming to Signal Hill Park in Manassas Park
[Photo: Manassas Park Parks and Recreation]The City of Manassas Park’s Department of Parks and Recreation will begin renovations at Signal Hill Park in March. The updates include improvements to the...
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