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Stafford

Baby Found Safe at Embrey Mill Park in Stafford County; Sheriff’s Office Seeks Mother’s Well-Being

By Potomac Local News

A large police presence converged Tuesday afternoon near Embrey Mill Park following the discovery of an abandoned baby in the popular Stafford County recreation area. Authorities report the infant is safe and receiving care, while emphasizing their primary concern for the child’s mother.

According to a release from the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office issued around 5 p.m. on May 12, deputies responded to the area of Coriander Lane and Embrey Mill Road after a baby was found in the park earlier that afternoon. The baby is now in the custody of the Sheriff’s Office and is being cared for, with Child Protective Services notified and assisting.

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Manassas

Manassas Approves FY 2027 Budget with Modest Tax Rate Cut and Vehicle Decal Fee Elimination Amid Rising Assessments

By Potomac Local News

The Manassas City Council on May 11 approved the city’s FY 2027 budget, setting the real estate tax rate at $1.24 per $100 of assessed value while repealing the $25 annual vehicle license decal fee, offering some direct relief to households even as assessments and utility rates continue to climb.

The budget, which takes effect July 1, passed with support but drew a dissenting vote from Councilwoman Theresa Coates Ellis. It maintains healthy reserves at approximately $33 million — about 20% of the budget, well above the city’s 15% target — while funding full staffing for Engine 501, competitive salaries and health insurance, schools, and state-mandated social services.

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Prince William weighs Legacy at Kline retirement community; Dumfries data center plan rebranded

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The Prince William Board of County Supervisors (BOCS) is scheduled to consider approval of a long-debated age-restricted development on the historic Kline farm during its May 12, 2026, meeting.

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Fredericksburg

Special Education Enrollment Surges in Fredericksburg Amid Enrollment Decline

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At its regular meeting on May 4, 2026, the Fredericksburg City School Board received an update highlighting substantial growth in special education services as the division navigates shifting enrollment trends.

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Manassas

Former Manassas Councilwoman Lynn Forkell-Greene Discusses Delegate Resignation, City Council Shakeup, and Development Challenges in Manassas

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In the latest episode of the Potomac Local News podcast, host Uriah Kiser sat down with former Manassas City Councilwoman Lynn Forkell-Greene to unpack a whirlwind week in local politics and ongoing development issues facing the city.

Forkell-Greene, a longtime community advocate and active voice in Manassas affairs, provided insight into the surprise resignation of Delegate Michelle Maldonado and its ripple effects on city leadership.

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Manassas Park

Manassas Park High School Graduation Relocates to Friday, June 5; City Garage Serves as Shuttle Hub

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Manassas Park families attending this year’s high school graduation will enjoy a more convenient evening ceremony instead of the traditional Saturday morning.

City Manager Carl Cole announced at the May 5 governing body meeting that Manassas Park High School’s graduation has moved to Friday evening, June 5, with shuttle operations centered at the city’s four-story parking garage.

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Supervisor’s Developer Job Raises Data Center Concerns

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“It obviously raises questions. It’s not a good look at all,” Prince William Times reported. “Even if it’s not a legal conflict of interest, … it raises questions about his ethical participation in everything data-center-related.”

Occoquan District Supervisor Kenny Boddye, who serves on the Prince William County Board of Supervisors, works as director of government affairs for Reston-based Ryan Stuart Development. The firm bought a 235-acre West Virginia property in April for $2.3 million and is marketing it for data centers. Boddye briefed the Charles Town Utility Board on the project last month, discussing water use and mitigation measures. Legal experts say no Virginia conflict of interest exists without a direct tie to county projects, though some residents question the ethics and perception.

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