Georgetown South Early Head Start Top in State
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March 29, 2013
Georgetown South Early Head Start Child Development Center is the first center in the state to earn Virginia Star Quality Initiative’s highest star rating of five stars.
Dumfries Woman Wins $150,000 in Scratch-Off Game
![Sandra Vasquez of Dumfries won $150,000 in the Virginia Lottery’s $150 Grand game. [Submitted photo]](http://potomaclocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/032913-lotto-winner-200x200.jpg)
March 29, 2013
A Dumfries woman is $150,000 richer this today after winning big with a scratch game.
New Public Access TV Channel Aims to Serve Stafford
March 29, 2013
In addition to this void in local television coverage, Thomas felt that there needed to be more balanced and appropriate options for children and family television programs.
Upcoming Dog Park Holding Spring Fundraiser
March 29, 2013
Now that the dog park is built we need to raise funds yearly to keep it open.
Candland Wants Increased Revenue Spit with Prince William Schools
March 29, 2013
Gainesville District Supervisor Peter Candland has requested the Board of County Supervisors explore expanding their revenue sharing agreement to increase funding for schools.
Woman Raped at Gunpoint
March 29, 2013
Police in Prince William County are investigating a rape that occrurred last night near Manassas.
Carnival Ready for the Weekend
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March 29, 2013
It might not have felt like spring these past few days, in the parking lot of Gar-Field Senior High School, it’s going to look like it.
Dumfries’ Ginn Park Grand Opening April 6
March 29, 2013
On Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 2 p.m., the Town of Dumfries will be celebrating the grand opening of Ginn Memorial Park, located at 3876 Graham Park Road in Dumfries.
Belmont Bay’s Osprey’s Restaurant Ceasing Regular Operation
March 29, 2013
The Easter Brunch at Osprey’s Restaurant will mark the final chapter in a sort of part two for the only eatery in Belmont Bay.
Buckhall United Methodist Church Holding Spring Craft Fair
March 28, 2013
The first annual Sassy Spring Craft Show will be held at Buckhall United Methodist Church on April 6 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come to 10251 Moore Drive, Manassas VA, 20111 to add wholesome sass to your weekend.
McDonnell Amends Moratorium on Drones
March 28, 2013
Gov. Bob McDonnell on Monday proposed amending legislation to put a moratorium on the use of drone technology in Virginia until 2015.
Local Bakery Receives National Recognition
March 28, 2013
Local bakery, The Icing, has recently been awarded three major designations within the wedding industry.
Merrimac Farm Master Naturalist Program Begins May 23
March 28, 2013
The Merrimac Farm Master Naturalist Program, beginning on May 23, is a fun way to learn about nature close to home and meet new friends.
New Manassas Gym Offers Pole Dancing
March 28, 2013
Aradia Fitness is proud to announce the opening of its new location in Virginia.
Residents Weigh in on Wider U.S. 1 Linking Prince William, Stafford
![Jack Von Dop, of the Federal Highway Administration, presents the results and proposed goals of a road-widening project along U.S. 1 in Stafford and Prince William counties. Von Dop briefed area residents about the study results during a public information meeting tuesday evening at Hilldrup Moving and Storage in Stafford. [Photo; Keith Walker / For Potomac Local News]](http://potomaclocal.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/032813-us-1-widening-200x200.jpg)
March 28, 2013
People are starting to look at future improvements to U.S. 1 between Joplin Road in Prince William County to Russell Road in Stafford County.
Chief Forker to Leave Dumfries Police in Fall
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March 28, 2013
Dumfries Police Chief Robert Forker will retire from the force this fall, but not before leaving his mark on the small reorganized department once rocked by scandal.
On 2-Day Suspension, Child Misses a Month of School Due to Budget Cuts
March 28, 2013
A 9-year-old Dumfries boy was suspended for two days after making threats against a girl — but due to budget cuts, he’s missed more than a month of school.
Small Flakes Mean Measureable Snowfall
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March 27, 2013
My parents were born in Massachusetts, and if I trust anyone’s prediction of potential snow fall amounts, it would be theirs.