Judge Declares Mistrial in Arthur Gonzales Murder Trial — The Stafford County trial of an FBI agent charged with killing his wife in April 2013 has ended in a mistrial. [Fredericksburg.today]
Stafford planners endorse lower proffers — New proffer guidelines that lower the amount of money developers would pay Stafford County are on their way to the Board of Supervisors for review. [Fredericksburg.com]
Occoquan, in Prince William County, is balancing preservation with growth — Occoquan Mayor Earnie Porta was playing tour guide as he recently drove a group of dignitaries around town. [Washington Post]
Sibling rivalry comes to the Prince William County Spelling Bee — On March 14, parents of more than 50 elementary and middle school students will watch in nervous anticipation as their children compete in the 36th annual Prince William County Spelling Bee. [Insidenova.com]
Real estate assessments mailed in Prince William County — All real property in Prince William County, except public service properties (operating railroads, interstate pipelines, and public utilities), is assessed annually by the Real Estate Assessments Office. [Prince William County]
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FREDERICKSBURG, Va. – The second annual Fredericksburg Film Festival kicked off last night with a reception at the Courtyard Marriott, where filmmakers, judges, and festival organizers gathered in an informal atmosphere to meet one another. The event was followed by a preview of a few of the entries in a conference room off to the side.

MANASSAS, Va. — There’s more than meets the eye at Liberia House, one of the most historic homes in Northern Virginia. On April 19 at 2 p.m., you’ll get the rare chance to explore every level of the house—from its mysterious basement to the sunlight-filled attic—during a guided tour offered in both English and Spanish.
Inspired by local physicians who were among the nation’s first to adopt the concierge medicine model, Northern Virginia is now a hub for its surging popularity. These leading physicians are redefining the patient experience with same-day appointments, direct availability, unhurried visits, and deeply personalized care:
After almost 40 years in practice, Manassas-based Internist John Cary, MD’s change to concierge medicine enabled focused attention for each individual, and the launch of his innovative diet program for those with type 2 diabetes. “The goal is to promote enough weight loss to reach an acceptable A1C of 6% with no medication,” he explains. “Achieving that can take several months of very close follow up. As I tell my patients, we are in this together.”
Jay Tyroler, MD considers his patients quite literally as family. “I believe there’s nothing more honorable than helping patients when they’re sick, or scared, or feeling vulnerable, and I care for them exactly as I would my loved ones.” Whether for a specialist referral, urgent health issue or ongoing follow up, “My patients know I’m always just a phone call away.”

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