Feb 28, 2025


Original Reporting

The long-awaited Mill at Occoquan development faces financial hurdles. The project's developer, Kevin Sills, is reaching out to the town council to discuss potential changes in the project's scope.

Original Reporting

As Stafford County leaders push forward with plans for a Western Road Network to relieve congestion west of Interstate 95, tensions continue to rise over the future of a proposed...

Original Reporting

Prince William County Supervisor Yesli Vega has issued a directive to widen Route 28 from four to six lanes between the Manassas City Line and the Fairfax County Line, marking...

Original Reporting

Residents of Prince William County and surrounding areas now have access to the latest in medical imaging technology, thanks to a major investment by UVA Prince William Medical Center.



Original Reporting, Schools

In a unanimous vote, the Stafford County School Board approved a $503.1 million budget request for Fiscal Year 2026 following a lengthy discussion and public hearing that brought passionate testimony...

Original Reporting

The Fredericksburg City Council voted 7-0 on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, to approve the Technology Overlay District (TOD), paving the way for data centers in Celebrate Virginia South.

Community

The Central Rappahannock Regional Library (CRRL) will host the 2025 Fredericksburg Regional Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 1, at 10 a.m. at James Monroe High School, 2300 Washington Avenue in...

Original Reporting

The Stafford County Board of Supervisors is taking steps to change how data centers are permitted.


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Podcast

Join us for this edition of the Potomac Local News Podcast as we sit down with Stafford County Board of Supervisors Chairman Deuntay Diggs to discuss some of the biggest...


Pets

Mochi is an affectionate and friendly 8-year-old cat who is hoping to find her forever home.


Weekend Event

Looking for a powerful and unforgettable theatre experience? Join Actors Theatre at the ARTfactory for Every Brilliant Thing by Duncan Macmillan.


Obituaries

Linda Kathleen Williams (Green), 76, found peace on February 6, 2025 surrounded by the love of family and friends. Linda was a beautiful person both inside and out. She grew...

Obituaries

In loving memory of John Fasulo, who passed away in 2025 at the age of 94.

Obituaries

Elva Lorraine Hansson, affectionately known as Lori to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, in Plant City, Florida, at the age of 77.

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