We had the chance to catch Guys and Dolls at the Riverside Center for the Performing Arts in Fredericksburg, and it was everything you love about live theater done right.
This production, running through June 28, 2026, serves as a fitting tribute in America’s 250th birthday year — a timeless Broadway tale full of high-energy dancing, unforgettable music, and a story that still feels fresh.
“Milling and paving near exit 143 (Aquia/Garrisonville) between mile markers 142-145 in Stafford County,” the Virginia Department of Transportation reported. “Single lane closure begins at 9 p.m. Double lane closure starts at 10 p.m.”
Multiple overnight ramp closures are also scheduled for the Exit 143 area on I-95 southbound through next week, with drivers urged to use alternate routes such as Exit 148 (Quantico) to Route 1. Work runs nightly from 9 or 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., weather permitting.
“There is a large police presence in the area of Embrey Mill as the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is assisting with a pursuit from Fredericksburg,” Stafford County Sheriff announced. “The suspect has been detained and there is no threat to the community at this time.”
The update was posted around 2:29 p.m. on June 12 as the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office assisted in the pursuit originating from Fredericksburg.
City Council discussed shifting parking management on the 1000 block of Sophia Street during a June 2026 work session, weighing revenue potential against impacts on downtown businesses, employees, and Riverfront Park visitors.
The city owns approximately 37 spaces on the block near Riverfront Park, intertwined with adjacent parcels owned by Stover General in a “piano keys” pattern of alternating ownership. A legacy free parking agreement dating to roughly 2007-2009 has allowed unrestricted use, but Stover General is moving toward a paid model similar to the William Street parking garage operated by Bigos.
“We are disappointed to announce that tonight’s Fridays at 5 concert with Delta Spur has been canceled due to impending hazardous weather conditions,” Prince William County Parks & Recreation announced. “The safety of our attendees, performers, and staff remains our top priority.”
The free outdoor concert series was scheduled for Friday, June 12, at Sean T. Connaughton Plaza in Woodbridge.
“Marine Corps Base Quantico operates 43 live-fire ranges that support training from small arms to explosive demolitions to artillery fire to the delivery of live-aerial munitions,” Marine Corps Base Quantico announced. “The impact of noise, vibrations, and/or illuminations experienced across the area can vary greatly depending on the residential location, atmospheric conditions, time of day and reductions to naturally occurring sound barriers.”
The advisory details multiple live fire demonstrations June 12–26, including several overnight sessions from June 15–17, 19, and 22–26 with activities ranging from small charges to grenade launchers. Residents near the base should expect variable noise, vibrations, and illuminations and can follow the base’s Facebook page for schedule updates.
“The Prince William County Planning Office and Planning Commission will never request payments by wire transfer, credit card or Automated Clearing House (ACH) through email,” Prince William County announced. “All official county email communications are sent from addresses ending in @pwcgov.org.”
“Residents and businesses who have questions about an email’s authenticity should contact the Prince William County Planning Office at 703-792-7615 before responding, providing personal information or making any payment,” the county stated.
“The higher probabilities of damaging winds generally along and east of the Blue Ridge,” the National Weather Service reported. “Some of the storms could be severe.”
This afternoon and evening will bring showers and thunderstorms likely mainly after 5 p.m., with a high near 99 and heat index values as high as 107. Severe storms are possible with a 60% chance of precipitation. Tonight, additional showers and thunderstorms are likely mainly before 9 p.m. with an 80% chance. Saturday looks much drier and cooler with mostly sunny skies and a high near 90, while showers could return Sunday.
