Looking for a fun way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend? Don’t miss Dueling Pianos featuring The Flying Ivories at Potomac Point Winery on Sunday, March 16, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Enjoy a high-energy show filled with Irish tunes, comedy, and audience interaction while sipping on Shamrock Sangria and indulging in the winery’s “nibbles & wine” menu.
Tickets are $27 per person and include a seat and entertainment. Doors open at 3:00 p.m., and shared seating for up to 10 guests per table adds to the fun! This is an adults-only event. Get more details here: Potomac Point Winery Event Page
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The Town of Haymarket’s proposed Fiscal Year 2026 (FY2026) budget has sparked a mix of concern and debate among residents following its presentation to the Town Council on Monday, March 3. While the budget aims to balance financial stability with needed investments in public safety, infrastructure, and economic development, some residents question whether it does enough to address the town’s most pressing issues.
Residents Demand Transparency on Tax Rates
During the public hearing, several residents voiced concerns over rising property assessments and their impact on their tax bills. Bob Weir, a former Town Council member and current Prince William County Gainesville Distirct Supervisor, did not mince words when addressing the council.
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Firefighters responded to an early morning blaze in Stafford County’s Lake Arrowhead neighborhood.
Just before 7 a.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, Stafford County Fire and Rescue (SCFR) units were dispatched to the 100 block of Woodland Drive for a reported house fire. First responders found flames from the side of a single-story, single-family home.
Fire crews deployed hose lines inside the home, containing the fire within 10 minutes. No one was home at the time, and all occupants have been accounted for. No injuries were reported.
The Stafford County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating the cause of the fire. SCFR received assistance on the scene from Quantico Fire & Emergency Services and the Fauquier County Fire Rescue System.
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Built to replace a decades-old diamond interchange, the DDI has allowed for smoother traffic flow, reduced conflict points, and increased safety, according to Kelly Hannon, spokeswoman for the Virginia Department of Transportation’s (VDOT) Fredericksburg District.
Traffic Growth & Shifting Patterns
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Construction has begun on the Wellington Road Shared Use Path, a long-awaited project aimed at closing a crucial gap in the city’s pedestrian and bicycle network. The new path will run along Wellington Road from Nokesville Road to Prince William Street, offering a safer and more convenient route for cyclists and pedestrians.
The project, designated as Wellington Road Shared Use Path Gap, will construct an 1,800-foot trail segment in a single phase. With a total budget of $1.3 million, the project covers design, right-of-way acquisition, construction, and necessary railroad agreements. M&F Concrete, Inc. has been awarded the contract to carry out the work.
Project Timeline and Status
- NEPA Programmatic Categorical Exclusion Issued by VDOT
- Advertised for Construction: September 2024
- Construction Start: February 2025
- Expected Completion: November 2025
Improving Connectivity in Manassas
The Wellington Road Shared Use Path will complete the missing link in the pedestrian and bicycle trail network since 2012. Once completed, the continuous trail will stretch from Godwin Drive at the western city limit to Liberia Avenue at the eastern city limit, enhancing multi-modal transportation options for residents and visitors.
One of the most significant aspects of this project is its role in providing the only pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly crossing over the Norfolk Southern railroad tracks between Grant Avenue and Godwin Drive. This will improve access to Jennie Dean Elementary School, Dean Park, downtown Manassas, and the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) station, making non-motorized travel safer and more convenient.
Environmental and Traffic Considerations
Efforts are in place to ensure minimal environmental impact, as the project remains within the existing right-of-way with limited clearing required. Perimeter controls will be maintained throughout construction to prevent sediment runoff, and no significant impact on nearby streams is expected.
Traffic disruptions will be minimal, with occasional lane closures restricted to weekday hours between 9:30 AM and 3:00 PM. This approach aims to reduce commuter inconvenience while maintaining a steady construction pace.
A sweet and affectionate feline named Maggie is looking for a new home after her previous living situation became too stressful. This 9-year-old tuxedo cat was surrendered to the Stafford County Animal Shelter after experiencing anxiety due to conflicts with other cats in her home. Now, she’s ready to find a loving family who can give her the attention and care she deserves.
Maggie has already been spayed and is declawed, making her adoption process straightforward with no restrictions. While she is still adjusting to shelter life, her affectionate nature shines through—she’s a cuddler at heart and has done well with young children in the past. Though she hasn’t yet had roommates at the shelter, she may be compatible with older or more relaxed feline companions. However, she would also thrive as the only pet in a calm, loving home.
Maggie is available for adoption on a first-come, first-served basis. Potential adopters should bring a valid photo ID, and if their ID does not reflect their current address, proof of residency may be required. The shelter also offers cat carriers for $5 if needed.
Stafford County Animal Shelter
Address: 26 Frosty Lane, Stafford, VA 22554
Monday-Friday: 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The Central Rappahannock Regional Library (CRRL) hosted the 2025 Fredericksburg Regional Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 1, at James Monroe High School.
The competition, sponsored by Access Eye, Fredericksburg Host Lions Club, and the Kiwanis Club of Fredericksburg, featured 14 division winners from across the region.
Emerging as the 2025 Fredericksburg Regional Spelling Bee Champion was Draven Williams, an 8th grader at Dixon-Smith Middle School in Stafford County. Williams secured the championship title by correctly spelling the word “wobbulator”, a term defined by the Merriam-Webster Unabridged dictionary as “a testing device for radio sets in which the frequency is varied periodically and automatically over a predetermined range.”
With the victory, Williams will advance to the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee, set to take place in May, where he will compete against top spellers from across the country.
Coming in as runner-up was Ryan Gould, a 7th grader from Montross Middle School in Westmoreland County.
In an op-ed published by The FXBG Advance, Mayor Kerry Devine warned that rejecting the TOD could push Fredericksburg to the back of Dominion’s “rapidly expanding project list,” potentially delaying or preventing the city from securing the necessary power for a proposed data center campus.
Seeking clarification, Potomac Local News asked Dominion whether the City Council’s decision would have affected Fredericksburg’s place in the company’s project queue.
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Van Metre 5K Run
Participate in the 33rd Annual Van Metre 5K Run—a race that goes further than 3.1 miles, where every stride you take supports Children’s National Hospital. The Van Metre 5K Run donates 100% of proceeds to Children’s National Hospital and has
