Author: Potomac Local News
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State Sen. L. Louise Lucas, Democrat, will be joined by area lawmakers, including Sen. Danica Roem, Democrat, of Prince William County, for a data center listening tour stop near Manassas on Monday evening.
The event, originally scheduled at a hotel in Gainesville, has been relocated to the Best Western Battlefield Inn in Manassas. It remains set for 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, June 15. Organizers have also confirmed State Senator Kannan Srinivasan, Democrat, Loudoun, will participate.
“The entrance fees are free today at Prince William Forest Park and other national parks across the country,” the park announced on Flag Day. “Flag Day commemorates the day in 1777 when the Second Continental Congress officially adopted the design of the stars and stripes as the United States flag.”
Although the holiday itself wasn’t officially designated until 1949, visitors can enjoy the patriotic celebration with waived fees at the park today.
“There is a high police presence in the 9200 block of Sudley Road due to an active shooting investigation,” Manassas Police announced. “This is an isolated incident and there is not threat to the community.”
“One victim was transported to the [UVA] Prince William Emergency Room with non life threatening injuries,” police added in an update.
“Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible this afternoon and evening as a cold front tracks south through the Mid-Atlantic. Lightning, damaging gusty winds, and isolated hail are possible.” NWS Baltimore-Washington reported.
Showers and thunderstorms are likely tonight before midnight, then isolated showers between midnight and 1am. Low around 65. Monday brings mostly sunny skies with a high near 82 and northwest winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 21 mph.
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“The Citizen Budget Advisory Committee is seeking community feedback to help inform future budget priorities and ensure our investments align with the school division’s Strategic Plan,” Stafford Schools announced. “By taking a few minutes to complete this survey, you’ll help provide valuable insight into the programs, services, and priorities that matter most to our students, staff, families, and community.”
The feedback will guide discussions and recommendations for future budgets, including planning for FY28 and beyond. Take the survey today.
“Drier conditions on Saturday as high pressure moves into the Mid-Atlantic. Severe thunderstorm chances return on Sunday with an incoming cold front from the northwest,” NWS Baltimore-Washington reported. “Somewhat cooler temperatures and mostly cloudy conditions are expected Monday.”
Today features sunny skies with a high near 90. Sunday brings a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms, a high near 94 with heat index values up to 100, followed by a 40% chance of storms Sunday night. Monday looks mostly sunny with a high near 81.
“Milling and paving near exit 143 (Aquia/Garrisonville) between mile markers 142-145 in Stafford County,” the Virginia Department of Transportation reported. “Single lane closure begins at 9 p.m. Double lane closure starts at 10 p.m.”
Multiple overnight ramp closures are also scheduled for the Exit 143 area on I-95 southbound through next week, with drivers urged to use alternate routes such as Exit 148 (Quantico) to Route 1. Work runs nightly from 9 or 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., weather permitting.
“There is a large police presence in the area of Embrey Mill as the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is assisting with a pursuit from Fredericksburg,” Stafford County Sheriff announced. “The suspect has been detained and there is no threat to the community at this time.”
The update was posted around 2:29 p.m. on June 12 as the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office assisted in the pursuit originating from Fredericksburg.