Features
Free Flu Shots Offered for Seniors
September 30, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — Seniors in the Potomac Communities will have the opportunity to get free flu shots.
Letter: Chamber Supports I-95 HOT Lanes
September 28, 2011
Research from George Mason University found that construction of the I-95 project is expected to support 8,000 jobs and create significant opportunities for small businesses and contractors.
Basketball Leagues Forming
September 27, 2011
Stafford County, Va. — It’s time for children and teenagers to sign up for a basketball league for Stafford County Parks and Recreation.
PRTC Offers Free Prizes, $25 SmarTrip Card
September 26, 2011
As part of its month-long anniversary celebration of service to the community, [the Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission] will host a community give-back event.
Fall Fun Guide Released
September 26, 2011
Fall has arrived and with it comes family fun events throughout the area.
Prince William, Stafford Among Nation’s Richest
September 23, 2011
Prince William County, Va. — New data from the U.S. Census Bureau show the Potomac Communities lie in two of the nation’s richest counties – Prince William and Stafford.
Fall Begins with Flash Flood Watch
September 23, 2011
Rain and flash flooding warning greeted the Potomac Communities on this first day of fall.
Leesylvania to Remember River Blockade
September 22, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — Following their victory at the Battle of Manassas, Confederates shifted their focus to the Potomac River and an eventual blockade of Union shipping traffic to Washington.
Teacher Advances from High School to Marine Museum
September 22, 2011
Nothing brings history to life quite like a passionate teacher, and the National Museum of the Marine Corps welcomed a new one to their staff. James Hunniford is the new full-time Teacher-in-Residence (TIR) at the museum.
Letter: Frederick Will Work to End BPOL Tax
September 21, 2011
The 36th Senate District of Virginia needs new leadership, and Jeff Frederick is the best person for the job.
Stafford to Host Yard Sale
September 20, 2011
Stafford, Va. — Stafford County will host an old-fashioned yard sale at its government center complex this weekend.
Exercise to Help End Child Abuse
September 19, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — On Saturday Oct. 15, they’ll be exercising to help stop child abuse.
BMX Competition This Weekend
September 16, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — BMX riders will descend on Woodbridge this weekend for the Virginia State Championship Series Qualifier.
Refuge Tours Offered
September 14, 2011
Looking for something to do on Oct. 1? There’s a festival going on along the Potomac River.
Dixie Bones a Favorite
September 14, 2011
Though Shannon Bream’s job at FOX News may take her to various parts of the country, she still comes back to Woodbridge to get her barbeque fix.
Pooches Plunge at Veterans Pool
September 12, 2011
Woodbridge, Va. — Now that summer is wrapping up, the swimming pool at Veterans Memorial Park in Woodbridge went to the dogs on Sunday.
Flash Flood Watches Up
September 11, 2011
The Potomac Communities could see more rain tonight, and a flash flood watches have been posted.
After Floods, Terror, the Brave Still Stand
September 11, 2011
On September 11 2001, within moments of the worst attacks on U.S. soil, the members of this great department left their jobs, said good-by to their families, stopped what they were doing and headed for our three stations. Every fire truck, ambulance and special piece was staffed and on the road.
Flooding Halts VRE, Closes Roads
September 8, 2011
All Virginia Railway Express trains headed south on the Fredericksburg line are being stopped at Franconia due to high water.
Quake Damage Sprawling at UMW
September 8, 2011
Fredericksburg, Va. — An earthquake that lasted 22 seconds, centered 38 miles away from Mary Washington University, damaged every building on campus.