Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative:Â "Each year, Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC) awards up to 15 $1,500 college scholarships to area high school students."
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Stafford County Sheriff’s Office: “On December 9 at approximately 6:02 p.m. Deputy Reed responded to Ulta Beauty, located at 1150 Stafford Market Place, for a report of not one, not two, but three separate larcenies.”
“Incident one occurred on December 8 at 3:48 p.m. Video showed a black SUV park in a handicap spot. The female suspect exited the vehicle and proceeded to the fragrance area. There, she stole over $1,200 worth of items before leaving at 3:53 p.m.”
“Incident two occurred on December 8 at 5:57 p.m. Video showed two suspects enter the business. They returned multiple items using a fake name in order to gain store credit. They would also proceed to the fragrance area and steal nearly $1,500 worth of items before leaving at 6:29 p.m.”
“Incident three was a failed larceny. This incident occurred on December 9 at 4:39 p.m. Video showed the female suspect attempt to gain access to the fragrance display case, but it was locked. Instead, the suspect entered the business’s stockroom and began going through an employee’s purse. When that employee observed the unknown female perusing her purse, she stopped her. The suspect then left empty handed.”
“If you have any information regarding these four suspects, please contact Deputy Reed at 540-658-4450.”
Stafford Economic Development: "Congratulations to 7-Eleven for the grand opening of their newest store in Stafford."
The new store sits at Route 1 and Hospital Center Boulevard, near Stafford Hospital.
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Prince William police: "Unlawful Filming on School Grounds – On December 4, the School Resource Officer (SRO) assigned to Hylton High School located at 14051 Spriggs Road in Woodbridge concluded an investigation into an inappropriate picture taken on school grounds. The investigation revealed on November 20 at approximately 1:30 p.m., a male student, identified as the accused, took an inappropriate photo of another juvenile male student while in a school restroom."
"The accused later posted the photo to a social media app where another student saw the photo and notified a teacher. Following the investigation, the accused, identified as a 15-year-old male juvenile, was arrested. Arrested on December 4: [Juvenile] A 15-year-old male juvenile of Woodbridge. Charged with unlawful filming. Court Date: Pending | Status: Held at the Juvenile Detention Center."
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Prince William police: "Aggravated Assault | Firing Projectiles at an Occupied Vehicle – On December 8 at 2:41 p.m., officers responded to the area of Harbor Drive and Colby Drive in Woodbridge to investigate reports of injury and property damage from BB projectiles. The investigation revealed two occupied Prince William County Public School buses were struck by BB projectiles in the above area. Windows were damaged on both buses and one occupant sustained a cut from the broken glass. No additional injuries were reported. Additionally, a female juvenile and a male juvenile, both 17 years of age, were walking separately in the area of Old Bridge Road and Oakwood Drive when they were also struck by BB projectiles. Both juveniles were treated for non-life threatening injuries. Officers searched the area for the suspect(s), who were not located. No additional injuries or property damage were reported. The investigation continues."
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Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department is requesting donations for a firefighter suffering from ALS.
Mike Clark, a third-generation firefighter, carries forward the legacy of his grandparents, who were founding members of the Bailey’s Crossroads VFD, and his father, who served as a volunteer firefighter there.
Mike’s passion for firefighting ignited at a young age. Mike’s journey with OWL VFD commenced at the age of 16 when he joined as a junior member. Â By 1978, he had advanced to the role of a senior firefighter.
His commitment led him to earn certifications as FF I, FF II, and FF III with the introduction of standardized training by Fire Programs. Additionally, he completed the incident officer class and assumed the role of Sergeant. Mike served as a Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain for a cumulative nine years before earning the position of Assistant Chief. Remarkably, he held this role for 23 years.
Mike’s journey took an unexpected turn when he began experiencing speech difficulties, ultimately receiving an ALS diagnosis. Now, after 47 years of service, Mike faces both financial and physical challenges posed by ALS. Medicate does not cover the in-home nursing he requires, and extensive accessibility modifications to ensure his comfort and mobility.
Prince William County Government: “Prince William County leaders, staff and members of the Lake Ridge community came together to celebrate the officially opening of the Occoquan Greenway Hedges Run Segment 3 Bridge that was installed earlier this summer.”
“The new bridge, for both pedestrians and bicyclists, is an upgrade to an existing trail, leased for public access from Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation Association, in the Lake Ridge community near the Occoquan Reservoir. The bridge and associated trail reroute replaces three splash-through creek crossings with a single elevated pedestrian/bicycle route.”
The ribbon cutting took place on December 7, 2023.
"The Extension’s main roadway opened in August 2023, with the project’s full opening tonight at 10 p.m. adding more access points throughout Stafford County to bring the Express Lanes benefit to more Virginians."
"The $670 million public-private partnership with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and joint-venture Branch Flatiron completes the longest reversible roadway in the United States, adding ten miles to the 95 and 395 Express Lanes."
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Prince William County:Â “The Prince William County Landfill and the Compost Facility will be closed on Monday, December 25.”
“Both facilities will resume normal operation on Tuesday, December 26. Both facilities will also be closed on Monday, January 1, 2024, for New Year’s Day and resume service on Tuesday, January 2.”
“Visit pwcva.gov/trashandrecycling for normal operating schedule and Christmas tree recycling options.”
