News
Burglary Reported in Woodbridge
February 27, 2012
Woodbridge, Va. — Prince William police surrounded a home on Ladino Court in Woodbridge late this morning for a report of a burglary in the area.
Torian ‘Serious’ About Keeping Defense Contractors
February 27, 2012
Virginia State Senate considered Delegate Torian’s House Bill 406 and passed by a vote of 38-1 with one abstention. This bill (HB 406) authorizes a local government to provide incentives and regulatory flexibility to defense contractors within a defense production and support services zone established by the local government.
Portions of Mine, Occoquan Roads to Close
February 27, 2012
Two road constructions projects in the Potomac Communities could have some drivers searching for an alternative route.
Amended House Budget Funds New Disability Waivers
February 27, 2012
Our House budget amends the Governor’s proposed budget and includes fiscal reserves in the form of $300M for the Rainy Day Fund (to grow it to $600M), $50M for the Federal Action Contingency Trust (FACT) Fund, and a $42M reserve to soften the situation if revenue collections fall short of forecasted amounts.
Cole Bill Tackles ‘Unfair’ BPOL Tax
February 27, 2012
We have passed the halfway point of the 2012 General Assembly Session, which is known as Crossover, and the House has completed action on all House bills and begun to take action on the 405 bills that passed the Senate.
May Holds Town Hall Meetings
February 27, 2012
Lake Ridge, Va. – Prince William Occoquan District Supervisor Mike May continues a series of public meetings this week as he aims to hear from voters on issues around the community.
Panel Blocks Anderson’s Legal Status Bill
February 27, 2012
Richmond, Va. – Prince William County officials are upset that a Senate committee has defeated Delegate Richard Anderson’s bill requiring police to ask arrestees whether they are legal U.S. residents.
9 Students Taken to Hospital after School Evacuation
February 24, 2012
North Stafford, Va. — A chemistry experiment gone wrong forced he evacuation of North Stafford High School this morning.
Tornado Watch Issued for Stafford
February 24, 2012
Stafford, Va. — Clouded skies have led to a tornado watching being posted for Stafford County until 8 p.m.
Potomac Nationals Debut Improved Field
February 24, 2012
Woodbridge, Va. – A new field at Pfitzner Stadium in Woodbridge has been unveiled, making for a refurbished, safer place for the Potomac Nationals to play.
Democrats, Republicans Battle Over Voter ID Bills
February 24, 2012
Richmond, Va. – Democrats hope the U.S. Justice Department will intervene if the Republican-controlled General Assembly passes laws imposing more stringent identification requirements on Virginia voters.
Does Williamstown Need a Name Change?
February 24, 2012
Dumfries, Va. — Officials said a name change could transform the image of one of the area’s rapidly aging communities.
Prince William Bans Burning
February 23, 2012
Prince William County, Va. — Fire officials in Prince William County have banned all outside burning for Friday due to unusual weather circumstances.
Radio Station Denied Tower in Stafford
February 23, 2012
Stafford County, Va. — A rural area with estate homes in Stafford County is no place for a 480-foot tall radio tower.
Rockhill Elementary Holds Fun Run
February 23, 2012
Rockhill Elementary School’s Fun Run wraps fitness, leadership, and character together in an unforgettable experience.
Stafford’s Courthouse Goes to the Dogs
February 23, 2012
Victims of crimes in Stafford County will soon receive emotional support and comfort from a four-legged addition to the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Victim-Witness Office.
Newspaper Company Seeks to Shed Print Division
February 22, 2012
Prince William County, Va. — The parent company of the News and Messenger announced today it is looking to sell some of its newspaper properties.
Tow Truck Driver Attacked
February 22, 2012
Woodbridge, Va. — Two teenagers in Woodbridge face charges after a tow truck driver was assaulted.
Weems-Botts Museum to Help Trace Family Histories
February 22, 2012
Dumfries, Va. — The Weems-Botts Museum is hosting a free genealogy event to help visitors find their roots.
Paintball Gun Prompts Missile at Vehicle Charge
February 22, 2012
North Stafford, Va. — A woman said a pickup driver pulled a gun on her and now two men face charges.
