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Published June 22, 2026 at 11:52AM

Photo: Virginia State Police

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) released its preliminary report on the deadly May 29, 2026, charter bus crash on southbound Interstate 95 in Stafford County, revealing that the bus “did not slow” as it approached a traffic queue formed by a work zone.

According to the report, the bus, traveling at a high rate of speed, struck the rear of a Chevrolet Suburban and an Acura MDX at the end of the backup before continuing nearly half a mile (0.44 miles) through the queue, involving eight additional vehicles and resulting in a post-crash fire in one vehicle. The crash killed five people and injured dozens more.

Prince William

Dumfries Town Council Discusses Landfill Fees, Explores Relief Options for Residents

By Potomac Local News

Published June 22, 2026 at 11:43AM

During its June 2026 meeting, the Dumfries Town Council received clarification on landfill fees charged to residents and discussed potential options to ease the burden on local households.

Town Manager Tangela Innis addressed the issue in the manager’s report, noting that Dumfries residents pay landfill fees under the same structure applied to all Prince William County residents and incorporated towns.

Manassas

Manassas Police Explain Decision Not to File Additional Charges in Dean Park Child Luring Case

By Potomac Local News

Published June 22, 2026 at 11:33AM

The Manassas City Police Department has provided additional details on its decision not to pursue charges beyond wearing a mask in public against the suspect identified in a reported child luring incident at Dean Park, citing insufficient evidence to support other offenses.

In a June 11, 2026, update, police identified Tony Rivas Nolasco, 20, of Manassas, as the masked individual involved in the June 7 incident at 9501 Dean Park Lane. A mother reported that two males approached her 4-year-old daughter and attempted to lure her with candy around 8:50 p.m. The child’s 6-year-old sister screamed for their mother, causing both males to flee.

Manassas

Manassas Fights to Reclaim Treated Water as Fairfax Pushes for Full Control

By Potomac Local News

Published June 22, 2026 at 11:12AM

Manassas City Hall

Manassas city leaders are pushing back against Fairfax County’s efforts to limit flexibility in the use of treated wastewater from the city, arguing that reclaimed water use is essential for local industry and long-term water security.

During the Manassas City Council meeting on June 15, 2026, staff and council members highlighted the issue as one of five legislative priorities for discussion with General Assembly delegates at a July 14 legislative breakfast. The dispute involves discharges from the Upper Occoquan Service Authority (UOSA) plant.

Traffic

OmniRide Offers Free July 4 Bus Service to Pentagon Metro as VRE Fireworks Trains Remain Available

By Potomac Local News

Published June 22, 2026 at 10:32AM

Residents of the Prince William area have convenient, car-free options for celebrating Independence Day and America’s 250th anniversary this year. OmniRide is launching a free round-trip bus service to the Pentagon Metrorail Station on Saturday, July 4, complementing Virginia Railway Express (VRE) Fireworks Trains that Potomac Local first reported on May 22.

The special OmniRide service aims to help riders avoid heavy traffic and parking challenges associated with one of the region’s busiest travel days. Buses will run from two key locations in Prince William County: Stonebridge Garage in Woodbridge and the University Lot in Gainesville.

Quantico

Marine Corps Base Quantico Live-Fire Training Schedule June 18-July 3

By Potomac Local News

Published June 20, 2026 at 7:00AM

Members of the Marine Corps Embassy Security Group train at Quantico

Marine Corps Base Quantico reported on its ongoing training advisory for June 18 through July 3, 2026, which includes multiple live-fire demonstrations and artillery exercises with overnight operations. Scheduled activities feature live fire demos ranging from 10-64 pounds (non-fragmentation), grenade launchers, 155mm howitzers, and 81mm mortars on various dates, with the public advised to monitor for noise, vibrations, and potential changes due to operational needs.

Residents in nearby Northern Virginia communities such as Stafford and Prince William County may experience varying impacts from the training at the base’s 43 live-fire ranges, which support critical weapons proficiency for Marines and other agencies. For the latest updates, follow Marine Corps Base Quantico on Facebook or visit their noise advisory page.

Stafford

Stafford County Community Survey Shows Strong Safety Ratings but Concerns Over Mobility and Growth

By Potomac Local News

Published June 19, 2026 at 3:00PM

Stafford County residents rate safety, natural environment, and parks and recreation as the highest quality-of-life areas, according to the 2026 National Community Survey (NCS) results presented at the June 16 Board of Supervisors meeting.

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Prince William

Prince William Supervisors Weigh Data Center Regulations Amid Resident Concerns on Power, Infrastructure

By Potomac Local News

Published June 19, 2026 at 1:00PM

During the Board of Supervisors’ June 9 work session and regular meeting, public commenters and supervisors highlighted ongoing debates over data center development, focusing on energy demands, regulatory tools, and local impacts.

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Fredericksburg

Republican Candidates Outline Priorities on Energy, Data Centers, and Parental Rights at Fredericksburg Forum

By Potomac Local News

Published June 19, 2026 at 7:49AM

Republican candidates for Virginia’s 7th Congressional District faced off Wednesday evening, June 17, 2026, at a candidate forum hosted by the Fredericksburg GOP at VFW 3103 Post in Fredericksburg.

The 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. private, member-rented event drew local party members as the three contenders vying for the GOP nomination to challenge incumbent Democrat Rep. Eugene Vindman in November sought to distinguish their platforms.

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