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The Virginia Supreme Court has declined to hear a case brought by the Oak Valley Homeowners Association, arguing that elected officials should be required to consider public testimony before voting — even as Prince William County continues to spend taxpayer funds appealing a lower-court ruling tied to the Digital Gateway data center project.

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Prince William County School Board Chair Dr. Babur Lateef told Potomac Local News that a formal review of the division’s planned 14th high school is likely to come before the School Board in early 2026, and the project could be canceled as officials reassess declining enrollment projections.

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The Prince William Board of County Supervisors voted 4–3 on Tuesday to adopt an ordinance establishing a local Foundation and Soil Management Fund, following public comment and debate over whether public funds should be used to address foundation and soil problems affecting private property.

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The project, which is slated to have 1,058 units along more than 1,100 acres, has caused significant resident pushback. The developments are in the rural areas of western Prince William County, near the Prince William Gold Club, the Alderwood Fields, Patriot High School and Burnside Farms.

According to the staff reports, there would be a total of 855 single-family detached homes and 136 townhouses across the three properties. The developer planned to have 712 acres dedicated to open space with 10 miles of trails nestled within the development. There would also be transportation improvements along Vint Hill Road to accommodate the large development.


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Prince William County supervisors will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 16, on a proposed countywide fund that would provide grants to homeowners and homeowner associations facing costly soil and foundation repairs.

The hearing is scheduled for 2 p.m. at the Prince William County Government Center, 1 County Complex Court, in Woodbridge. The Board of County Supervisors is expected to hear public comment and may vote on whether to adopt the ordinance following the hearing.


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Data center growth emerged as a key point of tension during a joint legislative meeting between Prince William County officials, School Board members, and state lawmakers held on December 3, 2025, as leaders weighed the economic benefits of the industry against growing concerns over energy capacity, land use, and community impact.

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George Stewart was sworn in as the new Gainesville District Supervisor during a ceremony on Friday, November 14, following the unexpected passing of Supervisor Bob Weir in July.

The event, held in Prince William County, drew several local and state officials, including Supervisors Tom Gordy, Kenny Bode, and Margaret Franklin, as well as State Senator Danica Roem (D). Clerk of the Court Jacqueline Smith administered the oath after Keith Scarborough, Chair of the Electoral Board, presented Stewart with his certificate of election.


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