Tax rates are going down while the average tax bill is going up.
Stafford County approved its Fiscal Year 2023 Budget, which takes effect July 1. Supervisors agreed on a Real Estate tax rate of 85 cents per $100 of assessed home value to fund its budget. The rate is 12 cents lower than last year’s rate.
A road rage incident early Easter morning resulted in the arrest of three suspects.
On April 17 at 1:38 a.m., deputies responded to the area of Woodstream Boulevard in North Stafford for a fight. As Sergeant K.P. Lytle made his way toward the scene, he learned the parties had fled in two vehicles and were getting onto Interstate 95 north.
Join the New Dominion Choraliers put on a concert to honor the 250th Anniversary of the USA! The music in this choral concert captures the heart and soul of the American spirit through patriotic tunes and songs from the heartland. Joining the chorus are dancers from Dance Etc. School of the Arts and accompaniment from the talented members of Legacy Brass.
This family friendly and FREE event is perfect for young and old. Kids, parents, and grandparents will be familiar with many of the songs in this inspirational program. There are two opportunities to attend: Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 pm or Sunday, May 3 at 3:30 p.m.
A pastor faces sexual assault charges.
According to Prince William police, at 8:58 a.m. on Thursday, April 14, officers went to investigate a sexual assault at the Reconciliation Community Church at 14654 Joplin Road near Manassas.
A driver involved in a fatal crash that occurred in Woodbridge faces charges.
According to police, a 2009 Mercedes E350 was traveling more than the posted speed limit when he disregarded a red traffic signal at the intersection of Smoketown and Minnieville roads and struck a 2016 Toyota Highlander on April 13.
Stafford County is Virginia’s fastest-growing locality, which means people choose Stafford as a place to call home and visit.
As the pandemic fades and more people venture outside, new playing fields, parks, restaurants, breweries, and hotels draw more people to our area. That means those who work in the hospitality industry need more resources to promote the great things happening in their businesses.
Manassas Mayor Michelle Davis Younger is welcoming spring by inviting residents to come to walk her around the town.
For the second week in a row, Davis Younger greeted residents and a few elected leaders who joined her at Osbourn High School at 8:30 a.m. for a walking tour around downtown and ending at the city’s farmer’s market.
