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Date Night Spotlight: Zibibbo 73 Trattoria Italiana & Bar in Stafford

Published June 26, 2025 at 11:15AM

Experience the charm of Italy at Zibibbo 73 in Stafford. Enjoy a curated three-course meal in a warm, intimate setting—ideal for your next date night.

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55+ Complex Proposal Heads to Prince William Supervisors

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published June 25, 2025 at 2:30PM

A rendering for the proposed The Flats at Westminster development in Occoquan. [Courtesy of Prince William County]

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VRE CEO Rich Dalton to Retire After 16 Years of Service

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 24, 2025 at 9:00AM | Updated June 25, 2025 at 2:37PM

Dalton

Virginia Railway Express (VRE) CEO Rich Dalton announced his retirement at the VRE Operations Board meeting on Friday, June 20, 2025.

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Thinking About Teaching? Fredericksburg Schools Want to Meet You June 25

By Potomac Local News

Published June 23, 2025 at 7:30AM

Fredericksburg City Public Schools is hosting a Career Fair on June 25, 2025, offering a chance for job seekers to connect directly with school leaders and learn about open positions.

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How a George Mason Graduate Overcame Health Challenges to Accept Her Degree

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published June 19, 2025 at 2:30PM

Samantha Lewis (middle) walked across the stage at graduation four months after complications from medical treatments that left her without feeling in her legs. [Courtesy photo]

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Manassas City Schools Employees May Get Nearly 7% Salary Increase

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published June 16, 2025 at 1:15PM

The Manassas City Public Schools Board approved its new budget on June 10.

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GMU Grad Wins $13K for App That Connects Foodies and Restaurants

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Published June 13, 2025 at 11:15AM

GMU Costello School of Business Business Pitch Competition, on Thursday, April 10, 2025. John Boal Photography

GMU graduate Emmanuel Nwokeabia wins $13,000 for his startup Viralbite, which connects food lovers with restaurants through performance-based influencer marketing.

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Gaming Industry Cash and Shifting Views: Where Virginia’s Lt. Governor Candidates Stand on a Tysons Casino

By Potomac Local News

Published June 12, 2025 at 1:15PM

In the final stretch before the June 18 primary, Potomac Local News analyzed campaign finance records and asked each Democratic candidate for Virginia lieutenant governor: Why did you accept or reject money from the gaming industry? And where do you stand on the proposed casino in Tysons Corner?

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Downtown Fredericksburg Faces Crossroads: Modest Tax Growth, Soaring Rents, and Falling Foot Traffic

By Potomac Local News

Published June 12, 2025 at 9:00AM

A view of Downtown Fredericksburg from above Hurkamp Park [Photo: Fredericksburg City]

Downtown Fredericksburg stands at a financial and commercial turning point. While city leaders report modest gains in key revenue streams like meals and sales taxes, local businesses are facing mounting pressure from rising commercial rents, fewer customers, and growing uncertainty.

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Manassas Drone Company RapidFlight to Host Senator Warner

By Potomac Local News

Published June 12, 2025 at 7:30AM

Virginia Senators Tim Kaine (D) and Mark Warner (D) [Photo: Germanna Community College]

U.S. Senator Mark Warner will visit the City of Manassas today, Thursday, June 12, 2025, to tour and discuss developments at RapidFlight, a local unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) manufacturer that’s gaining national attention for its innovative drone production capabilities.

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