From Prince William fire and rescue:
On Wednesday, January 11th at 10:40 a.m., fire and rescue units were dispatched to a structure fire located in a single family home in the 12900 block of Vixen Court in Bristow.
Upon entry firefighters observed a fire in the kitchen microwave that extended to the kitchen cabinets. Firefighters quickly extinguished the fire.
Members of the family were home asleep at the time of the fire when they were awakened by the smoke detector sounding. The occupants safely evacuated the home and called 911.
Although the fire was contained to the kitchen, the kitchen and dining room areas sustained smoke damage. According to the Fire Marshal’s Office, preliminary damages are estimated at $20,000.
No injuries reported.
The fire is currently under investigation by the Fire Marshal’s Office.
Did anyone snap photos at the scene? Send them to [email protected].
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Kathy Strauss from Imagewerks Photography and Art presented Wednesday at 1 Million Cups.
Strauss discussed with the group of about 20 people in attendance her efforts to offer more photography solutions to her customers, which include the Prince William Chamber of Commerce. She also talked about an upcoming photography cruise, which is a new venture for her company.
1 Million Cups Prince William meets at 8:30 a.m. Wednesdays at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas. The group brings an entrepreneur to the front of the room each week to talk about their business. The leader also presents a challenge question to the group, and the group helps to mastermind a solution to the challenge.
The event is free to attend.
Editor’s note: Potomac Local Publisher Uriah Kiser is a 1 Million Cups Prince William volunteer organizer.
From Manassas City Police:
Larceny – Arrest
At approximately 12:20 p.m. on Jan. 6, 2017, Manassas City Police responded to Seton School, located at 9314 Maple St, for a report of a larceny that had just occurred. The reporting party told officers that a female driver drove onto campus, took multiple, unattended book bags from a table in front of the school, and drove away. With the assistance of the Manassas City Police Traffic Services Unit, officers quickly identified and located the suspect, Casey A. MHIRE, 31. MHIRE was arrested without incident and charged with Grand Larceny. Items that were stolen along with the book bags were valued altogether at approximately $1,500 and included personal items, wallets, school supplies, and electronics.
We see more expensive tolls on the Capital Beltway’s 495 Express Lanes. This photo was taken at 9 a.m.
Last week, tolls were set at $30 ahead of what was expected to be an overnight snowstorm.
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WOODBRIDGE, Va. — New screens with enhanced sound were added to AMC Potomac Mills 18 Theatres on December 30.
From a press release:
AMC Theatres and Dolby Laboratories, Inc. have elevated the movie-going experience in Woodbridge, as movie lovers at AMC Potomac Mills 18 can now experience the next generation of premium large format theatres with the opening of Dolby Cinema™ at AMC.
Dolby CinemaTM at AMC combines Dolby’s spectacular imaging and sound technologies with innovative seating that takes comfort to the next level with AMC’s spacious recliners. Guests of Dolby Cinema can expect:
DRAMATIC IMAGING – The picture comes alive with astonishing brightness and contrast, and captivating color that more closely matches what the eye can see.
MOVING AUDIO – Guests are transported inside the story withsound that flows all around them, including overhead, with breathtaking realism that creates a powerfully moving experience.
INNOVATIVE SEATING – Moviegoers enjoy next-level comfort with spacious, high-power, reserved recliners that pulsate with the action.
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From Facebook:
Katy Lau Our movie was at 2 pm, the tickets cost $16.25 each. I think this is about $3-4 more than a regular theater at the same time if i remember correctly. The movie we saw only had this theater or 3D available though.
GM Bunno Brinkley Yeah. Saw underworld in it. They need to turn the volume down a notch or 2. I understand great new option look at us but still there is a thing called too much… Not alot just a notch or two.
Shawn Riley You can go to the one in centerville for half the price, recliners, reserved seating, and many more perks.
Crazy if people are paying what the movie costs when it comes out on blu ray.
I’ll drive the extra, go to Sweetwater for dinner then slide on over. Had a better dinner than around Potomac mills and saved money with better experience at theater.
Donna DeFife I’ll wait & watch at home in my own recliner.
From VDOT:
UPDATE: The DDI will not open this weekend. The opening date for the DDI will be announced once weather conditions needed for final striping can be confirmed.
This is the latest in a series of weather-related delays.
The weekend forecast from the National Weather Service office in Serling has multiple chances for winter weather:
Friday: Night A slight chance of rain before 1am, then a chance of rain, snow, and sleet. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 30. Northeast wind 5 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Saturday: Freezing rain and sleet likely. Cloudy, with a high near 34. Northeast wind around 6 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%.
Saturday: Night A chance of freezing rain and sleet. Cloudy, with a low around 30. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Sunday: A chance of rain and snow before 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Sunday: Night A chance of rain and snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Party Store owner and Balloon Decorator Annia Jaffa will present at 1 Million Cups Prince William on Wednesday, Jam. 18, 2017.
From Jaffa:
I retired in 2014 to open the party supply store in Woodbridge. My prior experience was 30 years as a telecom professional with a major corporate firm.
As a new entrepreneur I have learned lot about the party industry becoming involved with the community and listening to my customers and clients. I have taken balloon decorating classes, attending the World Balloon Convention and taken several party and balloon workshops. I have also extended balloon decorations as a major service to my customers and clients.
In 2015, we were awarded the Thumbtack’s Best of 2015 in the Event Decorators category. This award was a direct result of customer reviews.
In 2016 were awarded the Red Tricycle’s “Totally Awesome Award Phenomenal Party Supply Stores” category.
Award is based on parents voting for their favorite stores in each city.
NyeasParty also supports the community and provides discounts to all teachers and military personnel.
Editor’s note: Potomac Local Publisher Uriah Kiser is 1 Million Cups Prince William volunteer organizer.
From a VDOT press release:
The public is invited to attend a design public hearing on Wednesday, Jan. 25 to learn more about the I-95 Southbound Collector-Distributor Lanes ? Rappahannock River Crossing project, and to comment on the proposed design.
The design public hearing will be held:
Wednesday, Jan. 25
5-7 p.m.
Fredericksburg Hospitality House & Conference Center
Madison and Monroe Rooms
2801 Plank Road (Central Park)
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
Inclement weather date: Wednesday, February 1
Stop by anytime between 5-7 p.m. to review displays, proposed plans, and discuss questions with Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) staff. No formal presentation will be given at the public hearing.
Written and oral comments will be accepted at the public hearing, and afterward through Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017.
Comments may also be submitted by mailing them to Mr. Krishna Potturi, VDOT Project Manager, 87 Deacon Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22405.
Comments may be emailed to Krishna Potturi at [email protected]. Please reference “Rappahannock River Crossing Southbound public comment” in the subject line.
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