Features

We had a night full of firsts — my first time live-streaming a parade and my first Fredericksburg Christmas Parade. A huge thank-you to Norton Pelt Law and my friend Jason Pelt for not only hosting us, but also volunteering to build what I’m convinced is the best parade hosting and review platform anywhere. He didn’t have to do it, but he did — and it made all the difference.

I’m also deeply grateful to Kelly Sienkowski for producing and co-hosting the show. Her quick wit and engaging banter elevated the entire broadcast. This parade clearly means so much to the community, and it was an honor to share it with all of you — from those who marched, to the thousands who lined the streets, to everyone who watched and commented from home.


Features

The magic of the holidays is here — and tonight, Potomac Local News will bring you a front-row seat to one of Virginia’s best holiday traditions.

🎄 We’re streaming the 2025 Fredericksburg Christmas Parade LIVE starting at 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Downtown Fredericksburg
🎙️ Hosts: Kelly Sienkowski & Uriah Kiser
🏛️ Broadcast Partner: Norton Pelt Law


Opinion

It’s as if some local leaders forgot that snow, ice, and cold aren’t disruptions to the holiday season—they are the holiday season.

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We’ve published a new Potomac Local News video update covering the biggest stories across our region today — including winter weather and school closures, a federal arrest in Woodbridge, a major powerline proposal affecting multiple counties, and big changes coming to Virginia Railway Express.


Weather

A Winter Weather Advisory goes into effect at 7 p.m. Friday, with forecasters warning that light freezing rain, drizzle, and fog may create hazardous travel conditions across Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and portions of Maryland. The advisory remains in place until 1 a.m. Saturday.

Friday’s advisory follows a round of snowfall earlier in the day that brought varying accumulation across Virginia.


News

Virginia Railway Express has selected a new CEO just as the commuter rail system prepares for one of its most disruptive years in recent memory.

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Stafford

Stafford County has canceled its annual Christmas tree lighting, scheduled for Friday, December 5, 2025, due to winter weather moving into the region.

County officials announced the decision Friday, telling residents, “Due to inclement weather, the Stafford County Tree Lighting has been canceled. We thank you for your understanding. Please stay weather aware.” The announcement was shared on social media, including the county’s Facebook page.


Schools

“Our campuses will open at 11 a.m. today,” the college said in a social-media post. “This includes all campuses and administrative offices.”

The “Code Yellow” means the college is delaying its opening — buildings, classrooms and offices will become accessible one hour before 11 a.m., and any in-person or Zoom classes scheduled to start before 11 a.m. are canceled. (Northern Virginia Community College)


Fredericksburg

“All schools are closed and all activities are cancelled on Friday, December 5, due to the forecast for hazardous weather conditions,” Fredericksburg City Public Schools announced. “Slick icy roads and sidewalks are expected in the area.” “Be safe and have a fun snow day, FCPS.”

The division outlined Code Red procedures, noting that school is closed for students and staff, 12-month employees should not report, and essential workers should contact supervisors about report times.