POTOMAC DISTRICT PARKĀ
UPDATEĀ
A construction contract for Fuller Heights Park could be awarded by Jan. 1, according to a Prince William County Parks and Recreation Department spokeswoman.
If construction of the park remains on track, the park facilities could be open as soon as 2013. Four little league baseball fields and a large rectangular field should open one year later after grass grows on them.
The park is slated to have a playground, basketball courts, walking trails, a concession building and restroom, stated the spokeswoman.
ORIGINAL POST
TRIANGLE, Va. — A delay in construction on a planned park in Triangle has drawn ire from an elected leader.
On Tuesday, the Supervisor said she demanded answers from a not always so responsive county parks department on why the project has been delayed.
Caddigan said she has penned newsletters to her constituents in her Potomac Magasterial District, which includes Dumfries, telling them of the coming park and its scheduled opening date scheduled sometime next year.
Caddigan said the park could be on track to opening in 2013, but decisions on whether or not to use grass seed or sod for the playing fields at the park could determine when they open. The fields are scheduled to open in 2014, according to county documents.
Prince William County Executive Melissa Peacor told Caddigan she would report back to her on the cost of using grass seed vs. using sod.
Fuller Heights Park is expected to cost $4.5 million to build and about $3 million to operate between 2013 and 2018. The park will be located at Fuller Heights and Old Triangle roads outside the main entrance of Quantico Marine Corps Base.
Construction of the park was approved by voters during a bond referendum in 2006.
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In this episode of the Potomac Local News podcast, we sit down with Don Pannell from Prince William Water to discuss the vital role of water infrastructure in Northern Virginia. From emergency preparedness plans to lessons learned from recent events in Richmond, Don shares insights into how Prince William Water ensures reliable service for over 300,000 residents.
Key topics include:
How Prince William Water maintains a 99.999% reliability metric.
The importance of proactive maintenance and infrastructure upgrades.
Collaborative efforts with Fairfax Water, including the Occoquan Crossing project.
Educational programs like the Water Academy to engage the community.
Don also addresses concerns about future water needs as the region grows and sheds light on the investments required to maintain critical infrastructure.
[Photo courtesy of Prince William County Schools]Prince William County Schools (PWCS) received a $75,000 grant from the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) to support computer science classes in the district….
The National Weather Service warns of wintry weather this weekend, with light snow or a wintry mix possible late Friday into Saturday morning. Precipitation should turn to rain by midday Saturday, but models show varying chances for light snowfall on Sunday, particularly in western areas.
A powerful Arctic air mass will arrive Sunday night, bringing the coldest temperatures in five years. Highs on Monday, Inauguration Day, will struggle to reach the teens and low 20s, with wind chills dropping to -15Ā°F in the mountains and near 0Ā°F elsewhere. Bitter cold will persist through Wednesday, with overnight lows below zero in some areas, according to the National Weather Service.
We’ll keep you posted with updates on the forecast.
Two lost dogs are currently waiting to reunite with their families at the Stafford County Animal Shelter. If you recognize these pets, please contact the shelter as soon as possible.
Gray and White Mixed Breed Dog
Gender: Male, intact
Weight: 22 pounds
Found: January 14, 2025, on Carriage Hill Road, 22405
Details: No collar, no microchip
Female Yorkie
Weight: Approximately 6 pounds
Found: January 13, 2025, on Little Oak Road, 22405
Details: Wearing a sweater (put on by shelter staff), no collar, microchipped but not registered to the current owner
Proof of ownership, such as a photo ID, is required to claim these dogs.
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Experience the passion and drama of Pucciniās āThe Girl from the Golden Westā.
Featuring special guest musicians from The Chesapeake Youth Orchestra, this performance brings Pucciniās masterpiece to life with an extraordinary cast.
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