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Planning Commission Approves 1,000+ Unit Development Along Vint Hill

By Caitlyn Meisner
The proposed Kettle Run development. [Map courtesy of Walsh Colucci Lubeley & Walsh]

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Deferred Data Center Plan Heads Back to Prince William Planning Commission

By Caitlyn Meisner
The section of land along Hornbaker Road up for a data center.

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Wall Backs Patriot High TPUSA Club as Founder Describes Pushback, Purpose

By Uriah Kiser
Patriot High School in Prince William County, VA

Jennifer Wall says she expects the proposed Turning Point USA student club at Patriot High School will be allowed under federal law protecting non-curricular student groups, even though she did not personally observe the heated exchange that followed the Oct. 1 board meeting.

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Weather Wrecks the Brentsville Bluegrass Festival — What’s Next?

By Uriah Kiser
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The Brentsville Historic Courthouse Centre once severed as a stop on the Underground Railroad to freedom. [Mary Davidson/Potomac Local]

The festival is typically held on the grounds of the Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre, a 28-acre property in Bristow that features preserved landmarks such as the 1822 courthouse, a jail, church, farmhouse, and one-room schoolhouse. Once the county seat, Brentsville today draws visitors with music, history, and cultural programming.

In past years, the festival has featured performances by regional bluegrass acts, living history demonstrations, historic site tours, children’s activities, and local food vendors. The combination of music and history has made the daylong event a highlight of the fall calendar.

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Prince William Board of County Supervisors Moves Forward with New Fire Station in Brentsville District

By Uriah Kiser

In a pivotal discussion during the January 21, 2025, meeting, the Prince William Board of County Supervisors approved funding measures for a new fire station in the Brentsville District, addressing a pressing need for expanded emergency services. The debate revolved around whether to utilize proffer funds—developer-contributed resources earmarked for public infrastructure—or tap into the county’s fire levy fund.

Brentsville District Supervisor Tom Gordy initiated an amendment to the funding resolution, proposing the use of Brentsville District fire proffers “to the greatest extent possible” before considering the fire levy fund. With $3 million available in Brentsville fire proffers, Gordy emphasized aligning these restricted funds with their intended purpose: supporting fire and rescue services.

“This approach ensures that we prioritize restricted funds before relying on broader resources like the fire levy,” Gordy explained.

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Prince William Board Approves Purchase of Two Historic Sites

By Caitlyn Meisner
The Ned Distiller House is located in the Brentsville Magisterial District. [Courtesy of Prince William County]

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Braemar Park Is Now Open with New Playground, Parking Lot

By Caitlyn Meisner
[Photo: Courtesy of Prince William County]

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Sudley Road Beautification Project Completed Wednesday

By Caitlyn Meisner
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Brentsville Road Interchange Opens in Coles District

By Caitlyn Meisner
Prince William County Supervisor Yesli Vega (center)[Yesli Vega/Facebook]

Opened in the Coles District, the $54.9 million project was fully funded by the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority. The project was first considered in 2019 and under contract in 2020, according to Department of Transportation Director Rick Canizales.

Coles District County Supervisor Yesli Vega attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 25 and was excited about the new bridge.

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Ghost Story: Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre to Host 15th Anniversary Event

By Uriah Kiser
Photo: Prince William County Office of Historic Preservation

The Prince William County Office of Historic Preservation and Prince William County Parks & Recreation will host a special event at the Brentsville Courthouse Historic Centre.

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