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Manassas Says Thanks: 15 Volunteers Honored for Making the City Shine

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Fifteen residents were honored as Outstanding Volunteers by the City of Manassas for their dedication to local history, emergency services, community planning, and more.

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Yorkshire Fire Department Mourns Sudden Loss of Longtime President

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Yorkshire Volunteer Fire Department announced the sudden death of President Daniel Frye, who served the community for over 18 years. The cause of death remains undisclosed.

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What DEI Looks Like in Stafford Schools—And What It Doesn’t

By Potomac Local News

As national debates over diversity, equity, and inclusion swirl, Stafford County Schools is staying the course—quietly and carefully.

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Date Night Spotlight: The Spot at Belmont Bay in Woodbridge

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Nestled on the scenic shores of Belmont Bay, The Spot in Woodbridge blends casual elegance with marina-side charm. From flavorful sliders to a Mongolian pork sandwich and sweet strawberry soda, this cozy gem is perfect for a relaxed and memorable date night.

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From Federal Jobs to Classrooms: How Stafford Schools Are Hiring Local and Teaching for Tomorrow

By Potomac Local News

Stafford County Public Schools is looking inward—and forward—to staff its schools.

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From Discovery to Burial: Fredericksburg Honors Long-Lost Civil War Soldiers

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Three Civil War soldiers found during a 2015 excavation were finally laid to rest in Fredericksburg National Cemetery after years of research and coordination with the National Park Service.

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How Stafford Schools Are Adapting for English Learners and Students with Disabilities

By Potomac Local News

In Stafford County Public Schools, over one-third of students are either English learners or have disabilities—a demographic that drives many of the district’s most urgent priorities. “These students require more support,” said Superintendent Dr. Thomas Taylor Smith. Through mandated ESL hiring, a multi-tiered system of support, and school improvement plans, the division is striving to close persistent achievement gaps and ensure equity in learning for every child.

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Police Blotter: Parents Arrested After Child Dies of Fentanyl Overdose

By Jazbia Chaudhry

A tragic fentanyl overdose led to murder charges for two parents in Prince William County. The weekend also saw armed robberies, commercial burglaries, and public intoxication incidents in Stafford and PWC.

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Big Changes Coming to Stafford’s School Buses—Here’s What Parents Need to Know

By Potomac Local News

Stafford County Public Schools is tackling its transportation woes with a bold plan for Fall 2025. Superintendent Dr. Daniel W. Smith announced the launch of a two-tier bus system and a new opt-in policy to streamline elementary routes and reduce no-shows.

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Battlefield Park to Unveil ‘Faces of the Fallen’ Exhibit for Memorial Day

By Jazbia Chaudhry

Manassas National Battlefield Park will commemorate Memorial Day with a weekend of remembrance from May 24 to 26, 2025, featuring the dedication of a new permanent exhibit, “Faces of the Fallen,” honoring the 3,500 soldiers who died in the battles of Manassas. Visitors can expect cannon salutes, ranger-led walking tours, historical exhibits, and family activities at Henry Hill.

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