Man is sentenced for sex with girl, 13
Fredericksburg.com reports A Stafford man who had sex multiple times with a 13-year-old girl he met while trolling on his son’s Facebook page was ordered Friday to serve 10 years in prison.
Spotsylvania VRE station facing speed bump
Fredericksburg.com reports A potential problem has cropped up with the third rail that is a necessary part of the planned Spotsylvania Virginia Railway Express station.
Va. budget writers clash over taxes, pension reform and education
The Washington Post reports The release of competing state budgets Sunday by the House and Senate shows that just because Republicans control the Virginia General Assembly does not mean they agree on everything. Not even close.
Poll: Va. happy with McDonnell, repeal on gun limit
WTOP.com reports Governor McDonnell’s popularity is surging, but Virginia’s attorney general and the lieutenant governor are not faring so well, according to a new poll.
Another aftershock in Louisa; North Anna installs safety measures
WTOP.com reports A 2.7 magnitude aftershock struck around 2:12 a.m. Sunday near Louisa, Va. It is the latest in a series of small quakes following August’s 5.8 quake.
U.S. Postal Service announces five-year business plan
The Washington Business Journal reports The U.S. Postal Service unveiled a five-year business plan it hopes will reduce its annual costs by more than $22 billion by 2016, GovExec.com reported.
Wood Suspended Following DUI Charge
The (Mary Washington University) Bullet reports University officials confirmed earlier today that the University of Mary Washington’s men’s head basketball coach Rod Wood was placed on administrative leave following a DUI arrest on Wednesday night, as first reported by The Free Lance-Star.
Purcell Road – Are We There Yet?
Your Piece of the Planet blogs The recent Planning Commission work session on Purcell Road brought out some important points that could prove to be instructive as we move forward in this process and in future planning in general.
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Residents across Northern Virginia and the surrounding region should prepare for a sharp plunge in temperatures tonight, with conditions expected to reach near-record lows.
At the April 1 meeting, many of Prince William’s Board of County Supervisors railed against Prince William County Schools (PWCS) administration in their budget asks for the fiscal year 2026….
In one of the first major events at the Prince William Chamber of Commerce’s new headquarters, Northern Virginia’s two newest congressmen will share insights from their first 100 days in office.
Stafford County leaders are calling on the state to do more to support a growing veterans’ tax relief program that now costs the county more than $27 million a year in lost revenue.
The New Dominion Choraliers
Have a Show-Stopping Concert in Store!
Join us on Saturday, May 3 or Sunday, May 4 as the New Dominion Choraliers put on a concert with fun and fabulous songs straight from your favorite Broadway shows and Big Screen musicals. Selections from Pixar, Disney, and Rodgers and Hammerstein offer familiar tunes across the generations, as well as selections from Wicked, Les Miserables, The Greatest Showman, and more!
Properly using a car seat can reduce the risk of injury or death in a car crash by a significant amount, with studies showing reductions of 71% for infants and 54% for toddlers.
Check your child safety seat with the Montgomery County Safe Kids Coalition on Thursday March 20, 2025 from 10am-12:30pm. No appointment necessary.
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Your Weight Matters National Convention
Hosted by the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) since 2012, this highly-anticipated gathering is the nation’s leading gathering focused on empowering individuals with science-based education, support and practical tools for managing weight and improving health.
This unique Convention truly has something
Cascade Landing Community Grand Opening
You’re invited to celebrate the Official Grand Opening of our newest community Cascade Landing in Dumfries, VA. Join us April 12th from 11 AM – 6 PM and fall for your new townhome!
Enjoy our grand opening celebration, complete with
