Here’s what we’re watching tonight, locally, as the results come in:
Manassas Mayoral race
Incumbent Mayor Hal Parrish ran unopposed and should win the seat for another four-year term.
Manassas City Council
Three seats are up for grabs on the Manassas City Council. Three Republicans and just as many Democrats vie to fill those seats. On the Republican side, incumbents Jonathan Way and Ian Lovejoy, and political newcomer Theresa Coates Ellis hope to win.
On the Democrats incumbent Mark Wolfe, Pam Sebesky who now sits on the Manassas City School Board, and political newcomer Rex Parr hope to snatch the seats for the majority GOP city council.
Manassas City Treasuer
Robin Perkins held the job as Manassas City Treasuer for 17 years. She decided to step down this year, and that left an opening for two candidates to run for the seat. Democrat Patricia Richie-Folks and Republican Russell Harrison seek to replace Perkins.
Manassas City Mayor
Frank Jones, a Republican, has spent the past 12 years as Manassas Park City Mayor. Democrat Jeanette Rishell, a Democrat, gave up her seat on the city’s Governing Body to run for the seat.
Manassas City Governing Body
There are three open seats on the city’s Governing Body. Only one candidate, Donald Shumaker, and independent, was able to get onto the ballot. Manassas Park City voters today had seven other write-in options to choose from today on the ballot.
Stafford County School Board
A special election in Stafford County’s Griffis-Widewater District pits former School Board member Dana Reinboldt, who is seeking her old seat after losing it one year ago to Emily Fallon, who was convicted this year of sealing $23,000 from Anne E. Moncure Elementary School when she served as the PTO president, prior to winning election to the school board.
Political newcomer Jamie Decatur hopes to win the seat. She’s had support for numerous Republican counterparts in the county.\
Congress
1st District
The long-serving Robert Wittman aims to hold his seat from Democrat challenger Matt Rowe, and from independent Gail Parker, known for her “Gail’s For Rail” stance on expanding public transportation.
10th District
Republican Freshman Congresswoman Barbara Comstock aims to hold her seat from Democrat LuAnn Bennett. Voters in western Prince William County, Manassas, and Manassas Park had a say today in this race.
11th District
Democrat Gerrald E. “Jerry” Connolly is running unopposed in his quest for a fifth term in Congress, representing Fairfax and eastern Prince William counties.
Recent Stories
During its February 2025 meeting, the Thirty-First Judicial District Community Criminal Justice Board (CCJB) re-elected Bradley Marshall as board chairman and elected Yesli Vega as vice chair.
Residents voiced strong opposition during the March 4, 2025, governing body meeting after the city voted 4-3 to disband the 50th Anniversary Planning Committee. The decision, made without public comment beforehand, drew sharp criticism from former officials and community members who accused the governing body of a lack of transparency and disregard for volunteer efforts.
Stafford County Public Schools offers high school programs that teach students vocational skills in several fields: the Culinary Arts program, offered at Stafford, Brooke Point, and Mountainview High Schools, provides students the opportunity to learn basic cooking techniques, work in a real-world setting, and gain valuable industry certifications.
As construction progresses on the new Jennie Dean Elementary School, a debate is unfolding over the future of the existing historic building.
McClung-Logan Equipment Company is hosting its 40th Annual Oyster Roast, a signature customer appreciation event celebrating tradition, community, and generosity.
This year’s milestone celebration will take place on Thursday, March 6th, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Fredericksburg Agricultural Fairgrounds.
The first Oyster Roast began as a fundraiser in 1985, led by White Oak Equipment founder Frank McCarty, to raise donations for an employee battling cancer. This turned into a time-honored tradition for individuals facing hardship.
A Night on the Riviera
Experience a magical evening at the Embassy of France with A Night on the Riviera, an event that will transport you to the glamour of the French Riviera while celebrating the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras!
Indulge in an exquisite selection of French wines and champagne, paired with the finest French cuisine prepared by the talented Chef of the Embassy of France. Additionally, Chef Hugh Cossard will be carving ham live, ensuring freshness and exceptional flavor. Don’t miss out on the authentic French crêpes, made to order and sure to transport you straight to the streets of Nice.
For those seeking an extra touch of exclusivity, the VIP experience includes unlimited champagne, adding an extra layer of sophistication to this festive celebration.
Environmental Film Festival: Turtle Walker
DC Premiere.
In the late 1970s, Satish Bhaskar embarked on an epic journey along India’s coastline and the spectacular Andaman and Nicobar Islands, where he uncovered the vital nesting beaches of sea turtles. During his death-defying quest, he unravels mysteries
