Join

$2 Million Insurance Deal Clears Way for Featherstone Refuge Access

WOODBRIDGE, Va. -- Visitors to Featherstone National Wildlife Refuge will soon be able to use an elevator to get there.

A new agreement between Virginia Railway Express and Prince William County will ultimately permit visitors access to the secluded refuge on the Potomac River from a pedestrian platform at the Rippon VRE station. Visitors will be able to use an elevator to access the platform and then go over to the refuge, including weekends when the commuter rail station is not in use, according details of the new deal.

The deal states Prince William County will provide $2 million in insurance coverage that will help cover claims made by those using the station while not in use.

This article is FREE to read. Please Sign In or Create a FREE Account. Thank you.

Recent Stories

💰 The City of Manassas Park just dropped its proposed budget for FY2026, and let’s just say… your water, sewer, and stormwater fees are going up, but there’s a tiny silver lining when it comes to your real estate taxes.

Starting July 1, 2025, your monthly bills in Manassas will look a little different—mostly upward. The city is planning to raise utility rates and emergency service fees to support its budget for the next fiscal year.

A Tornado Watch is in effect for our area until midnight Friday, with the greatest risk for severe weather between 7 and 10 p.m. along the I-95 corridor. T

When talking about breweries and bike events, Harley-Davidson’s roar is usually involved, but at Red Dragon Brewery in Fredericksburg, their bike day involves pedal power. 

The most anticipated night of the year is almost here! This Saturday, May 31, step into the romance, elegance, and charm of Paris—without ever leaving Washington, DC.

Join us for An Evening in Paris, an unforgettable soirĂ©e celebrating the best of French culture. Experience an immersive evening filled with gourmet French cuisine, refined wines, captivating live music, and the irresistible ambiance of the City of Light. Whether you’re a lifelong Francophile or simply love a night of sophistication, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss.

✨ Highlights of the evening include:

Read More

Submit your own Community Post here.

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

Van Metre 5K Run

Participate in the 33rd Annual Van Metre 5K Run—a race that goes further than 3.1 miles, where every stride you take supports Children’s National Hospital. The Van Metre 5K Run donates 100% of proceeds to Children’s National Hospital and has

Ă—

Subscribe to our mailing list