Drivers in Stafford County should plan for a detour on Rock Hill Church Road next week as the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) prepares for a major bridge project.
A portion of Route 644 (Rock Hill Church Road) will close at Aquia Creek from 9 a.m. Wednesday, December 17, through the morning of Monday, December 22, while crews remove trees. The work is part of preparations for a bridge replacement scheduled to begin in summer 2026.
The Manassas City Council moved one step closer to bringing commercial passenger service to Manassas Regional Airport, securing several foundational approvals that will enable the airport to expand operations and welcome regional carriers in the coming years.
The actions taken during the December 8 council meeting mark a significant milestone in a multi-year effort to transform the city-owned airport from a general aviation hub into a limited-commercial-service facility.
“A big round of applause and congratulations to all of the winners announced of this year’s 79th Greater Manassas Christmas Parade,” Greater Manassas Christmas Parade announced. “Everyone did an amazing job bringing ‘Elfin’ Around Old Town’ to life with their floats, routines and decorations!”
“Our awards ceremony will be held on Monday, January 12th at 6:00pm at City Hall! If you are a winner mentioned below, please join us to accept your trophy and certificate.”
“Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) has appointed Brooke LeVecchi as principal of ‘Woodbridge Area’ Elementary School, effective January 5, 2026,” the school division announced. “LeVecchi brings more than 20 years of experience in education and a proven record of fostering academic achievement and building strong, inclusive school communities.”
“She has served as principal of Neabsco Elementary School since July 2023… Under her leadership, Neabsco Elementary achieved notable progress, including increases in SOL assessment scores across several content areas, an increase in math SOL pass advanced scores, and English learner student growth.”
Deputies arrived around 4:20 a.m. to find a 2008 Nissan Titan that had veered off the roadway and struck a tree. Investigators believe the vehicle initially left the right side of the road, crossed back over, and then hit the tree. The driver, Saul Amaya Argueta, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate the incident.
An assault and battery charge involving a family member was the most serious incident in the latest Fredericksburg Police blotter for December 9. A 29-year-old Fredericksburg man was arrested in connection with the alleged domestic assault.
Police also responded to a vehicle tampering incident in the 600 block of Maury Street on December 4, where a car was rummaged through. That same day, someone reported the theft of headphones in the 1300 block of Central Park Boulevard.
“On Monday night, the board voted to purchase Evolv weapons detection systems for the county’s seven middle schools,” Fredericksburg Free Press reported. “The action was part of the consent agenda — a list of items typically approved wholesale without discussion. The board voted 4-0 to approve the $1 million purchase, with board members April Gillespie and Lisa Phelps absent for the final meeting of their tenures.”
The division previously installed Evolv scanners at all five high schools, along with the Spotsylvania Career and Technical Center and the John J. Wright Educational and Cultural Center. The expansion follows heightened security measures this fall after a shooting involving juveniles and threats made against school leaders.
“Units arrived on scene less than five minutes later and found smoke coming from a two-story, single-family home [in the England Run area],” Stafford County Fire and Rescue reported. “All occupants evacuated prior to the arrival of units and none reported any injuries.”
The department stated that four residents were temporarily displaced and are receiving support from the American Red Cross. The cause of the December 9 fire remains under routine investigation by the Stafford County Fire Marshal’s Office.
“We’re less than 48 hours away from Holiday Magic on Main Street. Join us THIS Thursday, December 11 from 5–9pm at Riverfront Park for a FREE night of festive fun for the whole community,” Fredericksburg Main Street announced. “Come feel the magic — we can’t wait to celebrate with you!”
The organization highlighted free cocoa and cookies, live carolers, children’s STEM activities, and festive displays, with the first 500 attendees receiving a complimentary Holiday Magic travel mug. The event is scheduled for Thursday, December 11 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Riverfront Park in Fredericksburg, with no admission cost.
