On March 3 at 12:39AM, Prince William County police officers responded to the area of Rippon Blvd. and Jefferson Davis Hwy. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate a shooting. The investigation revealed that while in a nearby parking lot the victim and the suspect were engaged in an argument that escalated. During the encounter, a firearm was brandished and the victim was shot. The suspect fled the area on foot while uninvolved residents aided the victim.

Crews will be on the roads today to treat roads and plow where snow accumulates. Crews first focus on interstates and primary routes, roads with vital emergency and public facilities, then lower-volume routes and neighborhood streets. Road conditions may vary and deteriorate through the day as bands move through and precipitation alternates between snow and freezing rain.

VDOT asks that drivers be alert for up to several inches of snow and sleet that will impact roads tonight through Friday morning, as well as potential for wintry weekend weather.

Some 32 Prince William County, Virginia Dept. of Transportation, and Virginia Railway Express projects are in the pipeline or are under construction, according to a quarterly report issued by Prince William County.

Delegate Hugo’s opioid crisis bill HB 2528 "Amanda's Law," passed Va. Senate Feb. 20 and awaits governor's signature. If signed into law, HB 2528 would punish those who are responsible for deaths caused by Schedule I and Schedule II drugs.

To join in on the tele-town hall with Gainesville Supervisor Pete Candland, dial 855-756-7520, Ext. 46306# at 7:00 p.m. on the 26th.

Prince William Democrats will choose their candidate for the Neabsco District supervisor's seat at a Firehouse Primary this Sunday, Feb. 24. Primary voting will take place from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Dale City Volunteer Fire Department - Station 13, 13511 Hillendale Dr, Dale City, VA 22193. All registered voters willing to sign a Democratic loyalty pledge will be eligible to participate. The Committee will hold a Meet and Greet/Candidates Forum on Saturday, Feb. 23, at the same location from 4 to 6:30 p.m.

VDOT asks that drivers plan travel around a winter storm that will bringing accumulating snow and a mix of frozen precipitation to the region throughout the day Wednesday, Feb. 20. Avoid travel during the storm for safety, and after the storm until road conditions improve.