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Manassas

Manassas Distillery Sweeps Top Virginia Spirits Awards

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Manassas-based KO Distilling earned top honors at the 2026 First Landing Cup, Virginia’s premier competition for state-made spirits.

Its Bare Knuckle Cask Strength Straight Rye Whiskey took Best in Show, Best in Class for whiskey, Best in Category for rye whiskey, and a gold medal. The competition, organized by the Virginia Spirits Board, drew more than 100 entries judged blind by national experts. It celebrates craftsmanship tied to Virginia’s distilling history since the 1607 landing at Cape Henry.

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Osbourn High School Earns Blue Ribbons Across Performing Arts, Posts 9% Math SOL Gain

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Osbourn High School. [Courtesy of Homes.com]

Osbourn High School is celebrating a banner year of academic, artistic, and athletic success, highlighted during a presentation to the Manassas City Council on May 11. Principal Dr. Jennifer Chapman shared the Eagles’ achievements, painting a picture of a school community thriving through innovation, dedication, and strong support.

All qualifying performing arts programs — choir, band, and orchestra — earned Blue Ribbons with superior ratings at competitions. The choir delivered a standout Disney spectacular and earned an invitation to perform at Disney earlier in the year. Students in orchestra, band, and visual arts are advancing to state-level competitions, while the school hosted its annual art show and Rock Fest.

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Prince William

Prince William Man Dies in Gas Station Stabbing

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A 20-year-old Woodbridge man was stabbed to death early Saturday morning during an altercation at a Shell gas station in Dumfries.

Prince William County police responded to the Shell station at 17250 Dumfries Road around 12:10 a.m. May 17 and found Jonathan David Ferreyra Agapito with a stab wound near the gas pumps. Medics provided aid, but he was pronounced dead on scene.

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Manassas Mayor Drama: Michelle Davis-Younger Steps Down, Mark Wolf Eyes the Seat

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Lynn Forkel Green joins for straight talk on outages, leadership changes, restaurant recs, and what’s next for the city. Plus summer events — Duck Splash, Newsies, Guys & Dolls & more!

What’s your take on the mayor race or those squirrels? Drop it below 👇

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Manassas Vice Mayor Eyes Top Job

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Wolfe

“I hope to be the next mayor,” InsideNoVa reported. “My phone has blown up with folks asking/wanting me to run for Delegate. While I appreciate the support and good wishes, my focus and future in politics is in Manassas, on your Council and hopefully as your Mayor.”

Manassas Mayor Michelle Davis-Younger, a Democrat, plans to resign in December, opening the seat in January. The City Council could appoint an interim mayor from its members or call a special election under Virginia law. Wolfe, first elected to council in 2008 and a Democrat since 2016, has lived in the city since 1990.

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Prince William

Prince William NAACP Names New President

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Prince William County NAACP announced that 1st Vice President Nijiama Smalls will step into the role of branch president after Rev. Dr. Karl Brower departs. The transition takes effect immediately and continues the organization’s work on civil rights and social justice across the country.

The branch thanked Rev. Dr. Brower for his dedicated service and the strong foundation he built. Smalls, founder and executive director of The Black Girl Healing Project, brings deep experience in community leadership, mental health advocacy and empowering Black women and girls. She is also a published author, a life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., and active in local groups, including Mocha Moms.

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Spanberger Vows Virginians Get Representation They Deserve

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Spanberger

“The Supreme Court of the United States has now joined the Supreme Court of Virginia in choosing to nullify an election and the votes of more than 3 million Virginians. These Virginians made their voices heard – casting their ballots in good faith to push back against a president who said he’s ‘entitled’ to more seats in Congress before voters go to the polls.” The Center Square reported.

“As governor, I will make sure voters know when and how to cast their votes this year. Because our votes are how we choose the representation we deserve.”

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Stafford

Stafford Deputies Arrest Five in Juvenile Mob Assault

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Five people, including an 18-year-old and four juveniles, face charges after a mob assault on another juvenile in the England Run area of Stafford County.

Deputies responded on May 8, 2026, after camera footage showed four suspects attacking the victim on May 7 around 11 a.m. The assault stemmed from a prior incident. Detectives identified the group, learned firearms were involved, and recovered a gun during a traffic stop and search. The suspects admitted to the assault and robbing the victim of a firearm. A fifth suspect who filmed the incident was later identified and charged.

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New Chick-fil-A Opens in Stafford Next Week

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A new Chick-fil-A restaurant will open its doors on Thursday, May 21, at 930 Garrisonville Road, giving the community a fresh spot for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Owner-operator Mike Lindblom and his team are marking the occasion with a Moove-In Party on opening day. Guests of all ages who wear cow spots — from a full suit to a simple accessory — can redeem one free entrée or kid’s meal inside or at the drive-thru. The restaurant will serve customers Monday through Saturday from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. with dine-in, drive-thru, carry-out, delivery, and mobile options. It will also include an indoor play area where parents can keep an eye on their children.

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