Potomac Local News

Published November 9, 2025 at 5:02PM

“A cyber security incident is impacting MCPS operations,” Manassas City School Board Member Sara Brescia announced. “There will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Monday November 10th. Tuesday November 11th is a scheduled holiday. Students should prepare to return to class on Wednesday November 12th unless informed otherwise.”

The closure affects all Manassas City Public Schools on Monday and Tuesday, November 10 and 11, 2025. While the division had already planned to close on Veterans Day, officials cited a cybersecurity issue as the reason for the additional day off. No official statement has yet been released by the school division.

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Weather

Cold Blast Arrives Monday: Windy and Much Colder for Veterans Day

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 9, 2025 at 9:58AM

The coldest air since last winter arrives Monday, bringing blustery winds and temperatures 10 to 15 degrees below normal.

A brisk northwest breeze will keep highs in the 40s and low 50s Monday, with wind chills making it feel even colder. Monday night drops below freezing for many, setting the stage for a chilly Veterans Day with highs only in the mid-40s and gusts up to 25 mph.

Politics

Virginia’s Blue Wave Was Real but Smaller Than It Looked, Analysis Finds

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 9, 2025 at 9:52AM

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“There was a blue wave of some dimension, even after you factor in the Republican vote drop,” Cardinal News reported. “Spanberger increased the Democratic vote 20% over what it was four years ago, when it was already at a record high, but the Republican vote for governor declined by 13.7%.”

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Schools

All Local Schools Closed Tuesday, November 11 for Veterans Day

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 9, 2025 at 9:43AM

All public schools in Stafford County, Prince William County, Fredericksburg City, Manassas City, and Manassas Park City will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veterans Day, as announced by the school divisions.

Regular classes and activities will resume on Wednesday, November 12. School offices and administrative buildings may have varied operating hours; families are encouraged to check their division’s website for details: Prince William County, Stafford County, Fredericksburg City, Manassas City, and Manassas Park City.

Schools

Prince William Schools Launch Pilot Food Pantry Program

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 9, 2025 at 9:36AM

“The pilot program, constructed in collaboration with the Prince William County Community Foundation, Capital Area Food Bank and the C.H.O.W. Wagon, officially launched last month,” InsideNoVa reported. “School division leaders gathered Thursday at C.D. Hylton High School near Woodbridge for a ribbon-cutting to formally usher in the program.”

The initiative establishes food pantries at 10 schools across Prince William County, aiming to provide greater food security for students and families. Officials say the effort could become a model for other school systems across the region if successful.

Features

Germanna Students Provide Free Dental Care at Piedmont Smiles Mission of Mercy

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 9, 2025 at 9:33AM

“We’re so proud of our Dental Assisting and Dental Hygiene students who joined faculty members Stephanie Bettis and Ariyana Canty to provide patient care at this year’s Piedmont Smiles Mission of Mercy project,” Germanna Community College shared. “Together with volunteers statewide, they helped deliver 1,311 procedures for 259 patients—totaling more than $122,000 in free dental care.”

Piedmont Smiles held its fourth annual free dental clinic on October 18, 2025, at Liberty High School in Bealeton, providing essential services such as cleanings, extractions, and X-rays to more than 280 patients. The event is organized through a partnership among the Virginia Dental Association Foundation’s Missions of Mercy program, the Fauquier Free Clinic, and community volunteers.

Prince William

Prince William County Announces Veterans Day Operating Schedule

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 9, 2025 at 9:28AM

The James McCoart Building at the Prince William County Government Center. [Photo by Uriah Kiser/Potomac Local News]

The department noted that the Pat White Center at Ben Lomond, Veterans Memorial Park Community Center, Birchdale Community Center, and George Hellwig Administration Building will be closed in observance of Veterans Day.

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Manassas

Manassas Animal Shelter Pet Food Pantry in Urgent Need of Donations

By Uriah Kiser

Published November 9, 2025 at 9:24AM

“Our pantry is running dangerously low, and we urgently need dog and cat food donations to help families keep their pets at home instead of surrendering them,” City of Manassas Animal Control and Shelter announced. “We take both dry and canned food.”

The pantry serves residents across Prince William County, not just those in Manassas City. Donations go directly to the public pet food pantry and help prevent pet surrenders. The shelter is also requesting paper towels, disinfectant wipes, bleach, and liquid laundry detergent. Items can be dropped off directly at the shelter.