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Published December 24, 2025 at 10:30AM | Updated December 24, 2025 at 10:52AM

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Additional work continues in Stafford County on Route 1 at Telegraph Road and Woodstock Lane, where crews are realigning the intersection, adding turn lanes, installing new traffic signals, and placing a concrete median to restrict turning movements. Separate construction is also underway at the Route 1 and Courthouse Road intersection to widen the highway to four lanes with a concrete median, add sidewalks and crosswalks, and improve access at Bells Hill Road and Hope Road. These locally administered projects are expected to be completed between fall 2026 and summer 2027.

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Early Morning Crash on I-66 Kills One, Investigation Ongoing

By Potomac Local News

Published December 24, 2025 at 10:00AM

A fatal crash on Interstate 66 led today’s police activity reports, as Virginia State Police continue investigating a two-vehicle collision that occurred just after 5 a.m. on Christmas Eve.

The crash happened on the eastbound side of I-66 at the 48-mile marker. One person died at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s identity, pending notification of next of kin.

Fredericksburg

City invites public to First Friday opening reception for Civil War exhibit

By Mauriah Church-Barbour

Published December 24, 2025 at 8:00AM

You're invited to the opening reception of this special exhibit [Submitted Photo]

“This collaborative exhibit is presented by the City of Fredericksburg and the Fredericksburg & Spotsylvania National Military Park,” the city said, noting the exhibit is free and open to the public.

The exhibit will be on display through Sunday, February 1, and is part of Fredericksburg’s First Friday programming, highlighting local history and community partnerships.

Fredericksburg

Fredericksburg police seek owner of large amount of cash found in Central Park area

By Mauriah Church-Barbour

Published December 24, 2025 at 7:30AM

“The Fredericksburg Police Department is trying to assist with making a Christmas miracle come true,” City of Fredericksburg announced. “Yesterday, a special person turned in a large quantity of U.S. currency that was packaged in a particular envelope.”

“The money was found on December 22 around 3:30 p.m. in the Central Park area,” police said, asking anyone who may have lost the cash to contact the Fredericksburg Police Department at 540-373-3122, Option 2, and ask for Officer Bach.

Stafford

O’Reilly Auto Parts opens largest distribution center in Stafford County

By Mauriah Church-Barbour

Published December 24, 2025 at 7:00AM

O'Reilly Auto Parts has officially opened a new 550,000-square-foot distribution center in Stafford County, Virginia [Submitted Photo]

“The new facility brings more than 225 jobs to the area, with additional positions available,” the county said, noting the site incorporates advanced automation technology alongside traditional distribution operations.

County officials said the distribution center is expected to play a key role in supporting O’Reilly Auto Parts’ continued growth across the Mid-Atlantic region while expanding employment opportunities in Stafford County.

Prince William

Basement fire displaces four from Dale City townhouse

By Potomac Local News

Published December 23, 2025 at 3:30PM

A fire that broke out Monday evening has left four residents without a home after damaging a Dale City townhouse.

Fire and rescue crews responded at 6:45 p.m. on December 22, 2025, to the 15100 block of Catalpa Court. Upon arrival, they found heavy smoke coming from the townhouse. All occupants had safely evacuated the building before firefighters arrived.

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Dumfries man pleads guilty in 2023 shooting that killed toddler, injured four others

By Potomac Local News

Published December 23, 2025 at 3:00PM

A Dumfries man has pleaded guilty in connection with a 2023 shooting that left a 3-year-old child dead and four others — including three other children — seriously injured.

Kenyatta Oglesby, 23, entered a guilty plea on December 22, 2025, to one count of second-degree murder as part of a plea agreement for a 40-year prison term. He also pled guilty to four counts of aggravated malicious wounding, with sentencing still to be determined. Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy Ashworth and Deputy Commonwealth’s Attorney Matthew Sweet are prosecuting the case. Sentencing is scheduled for May 21, 2026.

Prince William

Prince William reviews workforce study, outlines plan for county-led development program

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 23, 2025 at 2:00PM

Prince William County officials reviewed the results of a yearlong workforce development study on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, outlining how the county could take a more active role in connecting workers, employers, and training providers without duplicating existing services.

The presentation, delivered during the Dec. 16 Board of County Supervisors meeting, focused on findings from a $100,000 workforce study funded with American Rescue Plan Act economic recovery dollars and conducted by TIP Strategies.

Prince William

Top Court Won’t Hear HOA Challenge; Prince William Continues Digital Gateway Appeals

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 23, 2025 at 1:00PM | Updated December 23, 2025 at 2:08PM

The Virginia Supreme Court has declined to hear a case brought by the Oak Valley Homeowners Association, arguing that elected officials should be required to consider public testimony before voting — even as Prince William County continues to spend taxpayer funds appealing a lower-court ruling tied to the Digital Gateway data center project.

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