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With snow in the forecast this weekend and the coldest air of the season on the way, your home’s foundation and basement could be at risk. Freezing temperatures and melting snow can lead to leaks, cracks, and costly damage. Don’t wait until it’s too late—protect your home now with NV Waterproofing and Foundation Repair.

Our expert team specializes in keeping your basement dry and your foundation secure, no matter what winter brings. Whether you need waterproofing, crack repairs, or foundation stabilization, we’ve got you covered.

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In today’s fast-changing world, security threats can arise from unexpected events and trends, making it essential for business owners to stay vigilant. Proactively addressing security concerns ensures the safety of your assets, employees, and customers while safeguarding your business’s future.

  1. Create a Business Continuity Plan: Clearly outline your essential operations, key contacts, and backup strategies to stay operational during disruptions.
  2. Back Up Critical Data: Regularly store important documents and files in secure cloud systems or off-site locations to prevent data loss.
  3. Prepare for Remote Work: Ensure your team has the tools and technology needed to work remotely or from alternative locations.
  4. Secure Financial and Insurance Support: Build an emergency fund and verify your insurance policies cover disaster-related losses.
  5. Communicate With Stakeholders: Keep employees, customers, and vendors informed with clear, timely updates to maintain trust and transparency.
  6. Planning ahead ensures your business can weather any storm. Be prepared and proactive to protect your operations and your bottom line.

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On Caroline Street, the pear drop was a big event.

For 11 years, Fredericksburg marked the new year by dropping a six-foot paper mâché pear from a spot above Caroline Street.

The drop-off platform was a building or the raised ladders of a fire truck. Still, it was a celebratory moment that the partiers in Fredericksburg celebrated at midnight on December 31.

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The Stafford County Public Schools Career Pathways Program creates new opportunities for students to explore career possibilities, acquire real-world skills, and prepare for workforce or higher education success. Open to rising ninth graders and high school students; this initiative provides a wide array of specialty centers and pathways that cater to diverse interests and aspirations.

The Career Pathways Program is designed to align with the Stafford County School Board's strategic plan by offering thematic specialty centers at local high schools. Each center focuses on specific career fields, ensuring students receive tailored education and experiences. For example:

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Death Investigation: Unconscious Man Found on Roadway
On December 28, at approximately 1:18 a.m., officers responded to the intersection of Dale Boulevard and the I-95 northbound ramp in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate reports of an unconscious man in the roadway. A motorist passing through the area spotted the man and contacted emergency services. The 27-year-old was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Investigators have yet to determine whether the man was struck by a vehicle or suffered injuries from another incident. An autopsy by the Medical Examiner's Office is pending to ascertain the cause of death. Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward. The investigation is ongoing.

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The Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement 59th Session graduates. [Courtesy of Prince William County]
On Dec. 20, 16 men and women completed the 59th session of the Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement school.

The Prince William County Police officers completed a 24-week course of training in several aspects of police work, including firearms, use-of-force decision-making, driver training, legal training, patrol techniques and investigations.

This is the most recent class of the county's police academy, which started their training in July. The county hosts a new academy session in March, July and November of each year.

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Nicolas Hartman

The Stafford County Sheriff's Department has arrested Nicolas Hartman, 26, of Gainesville for a Nov. 1 hit-and-run where two pedestrians were struck on Mine Road. Hartman was charged with two counts of felony hit and run, and one count of false pretenses related to an insurance claim.

Shortly after 10 p.m. on Nov. 1, two pedestrians were crossing Mine Road near Greenspring Drive with a shopping cart when they were struck by a dark Volkswagon that fled the scene. One pedestrian was life-flighted with serious injuries after a witness performed CPR. He remains in a rehabilitation facility.

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A decision made in 2019 by Stafford County's planning staff has enabled the construction of more than 500 homes on the former Cannon Ridge Golf Course without requiring approval from the Stafford County Board of Supervisors.

The development at the end of Celebrate Virginia Parkway has drawn attention following public outcry for the site to be preserved as a regional park and a statement by George Washington District Supervisor Deuntay Diggs expressing concerns over transparency and standard procedures.

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