[Updated Friday, November 19] The Manassas Voter Registrar's office wrapped up its 45-day election with a final presentation to the City Council.
"Elections are now a marathon, not a sprint," said John Snider, who serves on the city's Electoral Board, referring to Virginia's 45-day early voting period that leads up to Election Day, annually the first Tuesday in November.
This year, the city saw a surge of early voting during the week leading up to the General Election on Tuesday, November 2, which saw Republican Glenn Youngkin elected Virginia Governor. Locally in the city, Lynn Forkell Greene and Tim Demeria were elected to City Council and the Commissioner of the Revenue, respectively,
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Fredericksburg Holiday Craft Show will return December 3 through 5 at the Fredericksburg Expo and Conference Center.Â
Many crafters and artisans will have handmade holiday gifts and decorations for friends, loved ones, pets, and the home for sale.
The Fredericksburg Holiday Craft Show has become a tradition, offering unique products. New vendors will bring jewelry, children’s accessories, sports and pet items, baked goods, and holiday decor.
A ticket is needed to enter the craft show, and tickets can be purchased online in advance or cash at the door.Â
Attendees are encouraged to wear Facemasks regardless of their immunization status. For a list of vendors, to purchase tickets or complete event information, visit fredericksburgholidaycraftshow.com.
Show hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, December 3 and Saturday, December 5, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, December 5.Â
Tickets cost $10 each for those ages 13 and older, $8 each for those over age 60, and $6 each for children age seven to 12 years. Children under six will be admitted free of charge. Â
A driver who rear-ended another driver in North Stafford and fled the scene didn’t want anyone to see his license plate, said authorities.
From the Stafford sheriff’s office:
Can You Identify?
The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a hit and run which occurred at the intersection of Brafferton Boulevard and Garrisonville Road on November 11 at 10:08 a.m.
The suspect struck the rear of the victim’s vehicle while he was stopped in the left turning lane at the traffic light. The victim attempted to take a photo of the suspect’s license plate and the suspect moved to block the photo.
The suspect is a Hispanic male with brown bushy hair driving a black older model Honda Civic. The paint is peeling off of the hood and the driver’s side mirror is black and the passenger’s side mirror is white.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Deputy M.L. Jacobeen at (540) 658-4400 or by email at [email protected]. Tips can also be submitted by texting STAFFORD + your tip to 274-637.
The suspect’s car [Photo: Stafford sheriff’s office]
Meanwhile, authorities are in search of a woman they said damaged a bathroom door during fast-food rage incident at a McDonalds.
Law enforcement officers are in search of a woman they said damaged a bathroom door at an area McDonalds. [Photo: Stafford sheriff’s office]From the county sheriff’s office:
Upset over the length of time it was taking to get her fast food order, the woman damaged a bathroom door before fleeing the scene.
On November 16 at 4:26 p.m. Deputy S.C. Jett responded to a disturbance at the McDonalds, 545 Ferry Road. The report doesn’t indicate if there was a McRib on the order, but the hangry customer began yelling at staff for not expeditiously completing her order. The nettled nosher went on a full scale temper tantrum, repeatedly slamming the restroom door. The repeated slamming caused the automatic door closer to rip from the door.
The suspect is described as a white female in her thirties with dyed red hair with brown roots, wearing a striped sweat shirt and red/purple yoga pants. She fled the scene in a red Mitsubishi SUV. Deputy Jett has the tag for the suspect vehicle and is working to identify the culprit.
She will face vandalism charges once she is identified.
More from the Stafford sheriff’s office:
DRUGS
Paradise Court, 11/16, 6:03 p.m. Deputy B.E. Vaughn responded for a warrant service. The deputy located the suspect, Patricia Mentzer, 29, of Stafford, who was wanted for failure to appear. Controlled substances and drug paraphernalia were found in her possession. Mentzer was arrested for two counts of possession of a controlled substance, possession of controlled paraphernalia, and served the outstanding warrant. She was held without bond at the Rappahannock Regional Jail.
WEAPONS
Timber Lake Street & Providence Street, 11/16, 1:45 p.m. Deputies responded to the area for a report of shots fired. No victims were located and no property damaged was reported.
LARCENY
Elmsley Lane, 11/16, 9:22 a.m. Plumbing and construction supplies were stolen from a home under construction. There were no signs of forced entry. The theft is believed to have occurred between 3:30 p.m. on November 15 and 6:30 a.m. on November 16.
The Town of Occoquan and Occoquan Business Partners is pleased to announce the lineup for the annual HolidayFest in historic Occoquan. There will be plenty of shopping, entertainment, and family fun planned for this magical time of year.
ANNUAL TOWN TREE LIGHTING & SHOP LATE NIGHT
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Historic District
Shop Occoquan throughout the day, while enjoying visits from Santa. When you #shopsmall and #shoplocal, you’re supporting your neighborhood artists, shop keeps, restaurant owners and their hardworking staff. Businesses are busy curating unique holiday selections just for you. Many businesses will be open until 8 pm or later this evening.
After you’ve had a bite to eat and checked some names off that gift-giving list, join us at 8 pm in front of Town Hall (314 Mill Street) for our annual holiday tree lighting. Mayor Earnie Porta will officiate this time-honored tradition as Occoquan residents and visitors gather to kick off the holiday season.
There will be a free shuttle service 12 pm-8:30 pm from the Rt 123/Old Bridge commuter lot.
Free shuttle service from the commuter lot at 123 and Old Bridge Road will be available December 4, 11 am to 9 pm, and December 5, 11 am to 5 pm.
VISIT WITH SANTA
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4
Visit Santa while you are in town. The big guy will arrive by boat at the town dock at
Mamie Davis Park (202 Mill Street) on December 4 at 10:30 am. Kids of all ages are then invited to escort Santa to River Mill Park (458 Mill Street). He will be ready to visit with families from 11 am to 1:30 pm both market days.
SWEETS WITH SANTA
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4
River Mill Park
From 4 pm-7 pm on December 4, fire pits will be burning and ready to roast some marshmallows. S’more packets and hot cocoa will be available for purchase and Santa may make an appearance too.
SHOP, DINE, & WIN! CONTEST
NOVEMBER 20 – DECEMBER 12
Historic District
Shop and dine at your favorite Occoquan businesses for a chance to win $1,600+ in Occoquan business gift cards. Over 30 businesses are participating:
Anewed Soul Designs
Art A La Carte Gallery
Artists’ Undertaking Gallery
Babba and Me
Ballywhack Shack
Bar J Chili Parlor
D’Roccos Grille
Forever Young
Gift & Gather
Glory Be
Grind N Crepe
Hitchcock Paper Co.
Jerry’s Occoquan Jewelers
Leaf & Petal
Madigan’s Waterfront
Man Overboard Enterprises
Marin Woodturning
Nazbros
Organic Allure
Patriot Scuba
Potomac Chocolate
Puzzle Palooza Etc
Sincerely Yours Stained Glass Studio
So Bohemian
So Olive
The Loft Gallery
The Reclaimed Treasures
The Spot on Mill Street
theOCQ.com
Third Base Pizza & Frozen Custard
VanEch Studio Home & Garden
Zorba’s Grill
A CHRISTMAS CAROL STAGED READING
DECEMBER 11 AT 3PM & 5PM
DECEMBER 12 AT 3PM & 5PM
River Mill Park
Get in the holiday spirit with a festive production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. This staged reading from Castaways Repertory Theatre will take place outdoors in River Mill Park at 458 Mill Street. Tickets are $5 for adults/youth; ages 12 and under are free. Bring camp chairs and dress appropriately for an outdoor performance. Tickets are on sale now HERE.
LETTERS TO SANTA
NOVEMBER 20 – DECEMBER 24
Drop your letter to Santa in our North Pole mailboxes at Town Hall (314 Mill Street) or Hitchcock Paper Co. (125 Mill Street). Free coloring and fill-in Santa letters with envelopes will be available to kids of all ages at Hitchcock Paper Co. If you include a return address, Santa will send a personalized letter back.
Giant Food will open a new store located at 10864 Sudley Manor Drive near Manassas.
The new shop will be located inside an old Shoppers Food Warehouse store.
Opening at 6 a.m. on Friday, November 19, the store will offer nearly 60,000 square feet of space to offer Giant's one-stop-shop experience complete with enhanced and expanded departments to better serve customers.
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Zhabriell Perkins of Woodbridge Virginia on November 5,2021, at the young age of 20.
Zhay was full of life and an energetic and caring person. He was always there for his family as well as friends. Many times, the life of the party without trying to be, always making everyone smile and laugh. Zhabriell was taken from us at such a young age. He will forever be loved and missed.
He was a talented music artist, and basketball player. He leaves behind his cherished mother Latoya Horsley, Father Demetrius Perkins. Stepfather Damian Horsley. Cherished brother to Za’Niya, Zerenity,Zariyanna, Zhakye, Ameena,Brooklyn, Damian Jr., Zavier Lee, Lyric, Zaire, Zoey, and Naima. His Grandparents, Yael Hunt, Lennie Walker, and Louie Perkins and a host of aunts, uncles, relatives, and friends.
