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A twirling class at the Rowser Building in Stafford County [Photo: Stafford County Parks]
In our “Happy Labor Day” post, I asked you to comment and provide feedback on how you think we’re providing local news coverage to our communities.

The post racked up one commenter who praised Potomac Local News for our coverage of Stafford County. “Everything is well presented, from action news articles, political news articles, law enforcement news, and community updates for all matters, etc. Stafford news is more current and vivid again with pictures that are ‘easy on the eye,’ so to speak,” Valerie Krain wrote.

I also received an email from a paid member who complimented us on our Stafford County coverage. I really enjoy the PLN – much better coverage of Stafford than the [Free Lance-Star],” wrote Elizabeth Daly.

  1. Thank you for your kind words about our coverage. It means so much you took a moment to tell us what you think, and it makes us want to work even harder to cover your community.
  2. Local news is an ecosystem of online local news websites like Potomac Local News, traditional newspapers like the Free Lance-Star, social media, and others. Together and sometimes competitively, we work to bring important local news and information to our members and general readers.

After a brief summer recess, the Stafford Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, September 6, Stafford County Reporter Rick Horner and I are working on several stories stemming from that meeting. In the coming days, we’ll tell you about the need for more Election Day staff, a new riverside education center vying to build on the banks of the Rappahannock, a business looking to expand, and much more.

Your membership is critical in our effort to continue to report the local news on which you rely. Please consider joining today, and thanks to our current members in Stafford, Prince William, Manassas, Fredericksburg, and all over the region for your continued support.

Recent Stories

The Haymarket Town Council revisited the proposed Islamic Center at 14600 Washington Street during a work session on March 31, continuing its review of a special use permit (SUP) application submitted by Mohammed Kasim Gul.

I live by email, and, like you, I pay close attention to what lands in my inbox. I especially enjoy the messages that begin with, “Hey, Uriah,” — because I never know where they’re going next.

As Fredericksburg city officials weigh budget cuts, tax increases, and federal funding uncertainties, one possible source of future financial relief came up during a joint City Council and School Board budget work session: a data center under development in Celebrate Virginia South.

A shakeup is underway in Stafford County politics. Longtime Falmouth District Supervisor Meg Bohmke announced she will not seek reelection, while School Board Member Maya Guy declared her candidacy for the Aquia District seat on the Board of Supervisors.

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!

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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.

Fitzgerald GMC Rockville

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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

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