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Prince William County withdraws from Digital Gateway lawsuit, reversing course from 2023
April 14, 2026, 8:15 pm | Source
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors on Tuesday formally withdrew from appeals of the PW Digital Gateway lawsuit after spending $1.72 million in taxpayer funds to defend legal challenges to the controversial data center project.
Manassas City Council unanimously approves renaming Manassas Regional Airport to Washington Manassas Airport
April 14, 2026, 1:00 am | Source
The Manassas City Council voted unanimously Monday night to rename Manassas Regional Airport to Washington Manassas Airport, a move city leaders say will strengthen the airport’s regional identity as it prepares for future commercial airline service.
Prince William County supervisors mull Route 28 widening
April 12, 2026, 5:30 pm | Source
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors is exploring widening Route 28 from four to six lanes spanning Liberia Avenue in Manassas to Fairfax County, with multiple project funding sources up for consideration.
Join InsideNoVa in marking Local News Day
April 9, 2026, 11:00 am | Source
Today, April 9, InsideNoVa is joining newsrooms and communities across the country to mark the first Local News Day – a national day of action celebrating the trusted local news and information sources that help communities like those in Northern…
Burnside Farms’ Festival of Spring ranked among Top 10 tulip festivals in US
April 7, 2026, 10:45 am | Source
Coming in at No. 8, Burnside Farms’ Festival of Spring is among the top 10 tulip festivals in the United States.
Culpeper students showcase skills at 2026 Math 24 Competition
April 1, 2026, 4:35 pm | Source
Culpeper County Public Schools held its annual division wide Math 24 competition March 19 at Floyd T. Binns Middle School, bringing together students from across the division for a day of timed problem-solving.
Shineforth Child & Family Services Helped Adame Find His Home Sweet Home
April 1, 2026, 1:00 pm | Source
Adame finds comfort in the little things: the gentle glide of a paintbrush sweeping across canvas; the soft strum of an acoustic guitar; and the sweet warmth of his grandma’s homemade bread pudding.
Longtime resident, community organizer Zurita announces campaign for Manassas City Council
March 30, 2026, 8:01 pm | Source
Helen Zurita, a longtime community organizer and advocate for hunger relief, announced her campaign for Manassas City Council Monday afternoon.
Sweeping carpets of color: The Virginia bluebells are on their way
March 26, 2026, 2:15 pm | Source
Each spring, a brief burst of color spreads across forests and riverbanks in Northern Virginia as Virginia bluebells bloom, drawing hikers, photographers and nature lovers hoping to catch the short-lived wildflower display.
Manassas council weighs airport renaming ahead of April decision
March 25, 2026, 4:45 pm | Source
A proposal to rename Manassas Regional Airport is advancing as city officials weigh branding, costs and public input ahead of a final decision expected in April.
Coinage as a storyteller: Mount Vernon ceremony introduces Revolutionary War-themed quarter
March 24, 2026, 1:15 pm | Source
America’s birthday party continues.
Jeannie LaCroix sworn in as new Woodbridge District supervisor in Prince William
March 21, 2026, 7:30 pm | Source
Prince William's newest county supervisor, Republican Jeannie LaCroix, was sworn in to represent the Woodbridge District Wednesday.
'A sense of place that's under threat:' Gainesville-Brentsville town hall sounds alarm on sprawl, overdevelopment
March 20, 2026, 4:15 pm | Source
A joint town hall and community conversation united several Prince William civic and environmental groups at Sweeney Barn in Manassas this week to explore preservation strategies for the area’s rural character.
Mountain Run Elementary groundbreaking held in Culpeper County, school to open in 2027
March 19, 2026, 2:58 pm | Source
Culpeper County Public Schools held a groundbreaking ceremony March 10 for Mountain Run Elementary, the division's seventh, which is intended to help relieve overcrowding in existing schools.
NVR pitches over 1,000 homes near Digital Gateway property in Gainesville
March 17, 2026, 11:00 am | Source
A sprawling new housing redevelopment may be on the horizon for western Prince William County.
Warby Parker eyewear opens Saturday at Gainesville's Virginia Gateway
March 13, 2026, 5:55 pm | Source
National eyewear brand Warby Parker is set to open its 14th Virginia location Saturday at the Virginia Gateway shopping center in Gainesville.
Kaine, Vindman tout investments in mental health care during Prince William Crisis Receiving Center visit
March 12, 2026, 2:30 pm | Source
Following the October opening of the Prince William County Crisis Receiving Center in Woodbridge, the county is having preliminary discussions with its federal and state delegations for a similar facility to serve the county’s western end, local officials shared on…
Reagan Middle School student Siya Sampath wins Prince William Regional Spelling Bee for third time
March 11, 2026, 3:30 pm | Source
Ronald W. Reagan Middle School student Siya Sampath, 12, won the 48th annual Prince William Regional Spelling Bee on Tuesday night, claiming the championship for the third time after an intense final showdown.
Republican Jeannie LaCroix elected Woodbridge District supervisor
March 11, 2026, 12:15 am | Source
Republican Jeannie LaCroix was elected to the Prince William Board of County Supervisors' Woodbridge District seat Tuesday in an upset victory, reducing the board's Democratic majority to 5-3.
Manassas appoints interim city attorney as Brown retires
March 10, 2026, 6:30 pm | Source
The Manassas City Council has appointed Deputy City Attorney Amelia W. May interim city attorney following the resignation of longtime City Attorney Stephen Craig Brown.
UPDATED: Culpeper County Board of Supervisors fires County Administrator Sam McLearen in 4-2 vote
March 5, 2026, 5:35 pm | Source
The Culpeper County Board of Supervisors voted 4-2 Tuesday to fire County Administrator Sam McLearen following a closed session meeting, appointing interim leadership and sparking public debate among board members and residents.
New therapy gym arrives at Belmont Bay waterfront community in Woodbridge
March 3, 2026, 3:45 pm | Source
The Belmont Bay Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at 14906 Richmond Highway in Woodbridge opened its upgraded therapy gym in late February, complete with equipment and technology renovations that emulate the movements and routines of daily living.
Robert Duvall remembered at his Fauquier County stomping ground
February 28, 2026, 2:15 pm | Source
At a small cafe in Fauquier County, memories of the late Robert Duvall were flowing as easily as the conversations he used to spark there.
Manassas city manager's proposed budget includes spike in property tax bills
February 26, 2026, 4:00 pm | Source
Manassas City Manager Steve Burke presented a proposed $422.9 million fiscal 2027 budget to City Council Tuesday that would reduce the real estate tax rate but increase the average homeowner’s tax bill and utility rates.
Despite objections, Manassas City Council approves land conveyance for affordable housing project
February 25, 2026, 3:30 pm | Source
The Manassas City Council voted 5–1 Monday to approve an ordinance authorizing the conveyance of city-owned property at the Landing at Cannon Branch for a proposed 100-unit multifamily development described by members as workforce housing, despite ongoing concerns from some…
Prince William’s Digital Gateway data center hearings zero in on public notice
February 25, 2026, 12:34 am | Source
Rulings with wide-ranging implications for western Prince William County are pending after a three-judge appellate court panel heard two separate cases serving as the challenges to the PW Digital Gateway data center project Tuesday in Arlington.
Culpeper Schools honors Caroline Menzies with Spotlight Award after crash response
February 23, 2026, 8:09 pm | Source
Culpeper County Public Schools recognized Benefits Administrator Caroline Menzies with the CCPS Spotlight Award for her actions following a vehicle crash earlier this year.
This Manassas gym celebrated 'Puppy Love' for Valentine's Day
February 18, 2026, 6:30 pm | Source
Downward-facing dog took on new meaning on Valentine’s Day, as families filled a Manassas fitness studio, rolling out yoga mats alongside a room full of adoptable puppies in an event that combined exercise, holiday fun and support for a local…
'Next stop before heaven:' Northern Virginia remembers the late Robert Duvall
February 18, 2026, 12:00 am | Source
FauquierNow and InsideNoVa’s Facebook pages lit up with comments and remembrances following the news of Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall’s death Monday.
From the Archives: 'A place of healing' at Trevor Brown Memorial Park
February 17, 2026, 5:30 pm | Source
Editor's NoteThis story was originally published on July 24, 2025. InsideNoVa is recirculating in light of the second anniversary of the fatal Sterling fire that killed Trevor Brown on Feb. 16, 2024.
Woodbridge 5-year-old ready to take the stage at New York Fashion Week
February 14, 2026, 6:45 pm | Source
Mia Cole was just 3 years old when she first stepped onto a pageant stage. Over 60 crowns later, the Woodbridge 5-year-old says what started as a fun weekend activity has grown into a defining part of her life, shaping…
Telling Mom’s tale: Love, legacy and the Fauquier County women who carried a story forward
February 13, 2026, 3:15 pm | Source
This is a story of so much love. Romantic love, family love, love of craft and the lasting bonds between friends.
Manassas council approves land conveyance for Cannon Branch affordable housing project
February 10, 2026, 6:45 pm | Source
The Manassas City Council voted Tuesday to authorize the conveyance of a city-owned parcel at The Landing at Cannon Branch to Good Housing Virginia LLC, advancing a proposed affordable housing development aimed at expanding workforce housing in the city.
EXCLUSIVE: Sen. Kaine seeks to strip Robert E. Lee's name from Arlington House historic site
February 4, 2026, 3:15 pm | Source
U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine on Wednesday introduced a bill to redesignate the site known as "Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial" at Arlington National Cemetery to simply the "Arlington House National Historic Site."
Fauquier County schools on two-hour delay Wednesday
February 3, 2026, 8:53 pm | Source
All Fauquier County Public Schools and administrative offices will open two hours late Wednesday, officials announced.
Meet the Smithsonian National Zoo's new baby elephant!
February 3, 2026, 3:07 pm | Source
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo in D.C. is welcoming its first Asian elephant calf in nearly 25 years.
'Space to breathe again, to dream again:' Northern Virginia leaders celebrate new victim shelter in Fauquier
February 2, 2026, 5:15 pm | Source
What is now a vacant 3.65-acre parcel in rural Fauquier County is set to become a place of refuge and recovery for survivors of human trafficking.
Leesburg 18-year-old charged with manufacturing bomb in 2025 explosion
January 31, 2026, 2:47 pm | Source
The Loudoun County Fire and Rescue Fire Marshal’s Office arrested an 18-year-old man Thursday in connection to an Oct. 5, 2025, explosion in Leesburg.
One Year Later: Northern Virginia skating community honors Potomac crash victims
January 29, 2026, 3:00 am | Source
Holding back a sudden swell of emotion, Alexis Winch paused to take a breath.
Culpeper 911 operator helps deliver baby during emergency call on New Year’s Day
January 28, 2026, 9:28 pm | Source
The screams of a woman in labor, a father’s urgent voice and a calm dispatcher on the other end of the line marked a New Year’s Day emergency that ended with a baby’s first cries on the side of a…
NAACP Culpeper announces 2026 Black History Month contest
January 28, 2026, 9:16 pm | Source
The NAACP Culpeper Branch has announced its 2026 Black History Month student contest, which will focus on the history of segregated schools and the fight for integration in education, according to a release from the NAACP's Culpeper branch.
The Picklr pickleball expanding into Loudoun County this spring
January 27, 2026, 6:45 pm | Source
The Picklr indoor pickleball franchise will open in Sterling this spring.
Prince William Democrats announce Feb. 7 joint caucus for Woodbridge District
January 26, 2026, 10:45 pm | Source
The Prince William County Democratic Committee has announced a joint call to caucus to elect a nominee for the vacant Woodbridge District supervisor seat.
What will Manassas Regional Airport's new name be? Here are the options
January 23, 2026, 1:45 pm | Source
The Manassas Regional Airport could soon be renamed as airport officials move forward with a proposal intended to emphasize the facility’s role in the greater Washington, D.C., region.
InsideNoVa launches online summer camps guide
January 20, 2026, 1:40 pm | Source
Northern Virginia parents have a new resource to help plan their children’s summer activities with the launch of InsideNoVa’s summer camps directory, a dedicated website designed to connect families with camps across the region.
Manassas leaders continue pitch for $37M affordable housing project
January 15, 2026, 9:00 pm | Source
Manassas City Council is expected to vote later this month on whether to advance a proposed affordable housing project tied to The Landing at Cannon Branch, a roughly $37 million development aimed at expanding workforce housing in the city.
Culpeper County School Board swears in new and returning members
January 13, 2026, 3:06 pm | Source
The Culpeper County School Board welcomed a newly elected member and returning members during its meeting Tuesday night, marking the first official board meeting for Jefferson District representative Toni Sheads.
19 couples say 'I do' at 'Seal the Deal' event in Occoquan
January 6, 2026, 6:20 pm | Source
Nineteen local couples tied the knot at the Prince William Circuit Court Clerk Office's latest "Seal the Deal" wedding event.
Manassas City Council to vote on $35M affordable housing project later this month
January 5, 2026, 9:45 pm | Source
Manassas City Council is expected to decide later this month whether the city will sell the former DMV property near The Landing at Cannon Branch neighborhood to Good Housing VA, LLC, for a $35 million affordable housing development.
This Fairfax County father lost his son to fentanyl. Now he's sparking conversations to combat the crisis.
January 2, 2026, 4:30 pm | Source
Mark Crutchfield said his son Brandon was a typical teenager with a quick wit, a love for sports and acting and a knack for making others laugh — until he lost his life to a fentanyl overdose Nov. 4, 2022…
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