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Buckle up seatbelts to avoid Thanksgiving fatalities, advise Virginia State Police

If you are thankful for family and want to keep it that way, Virginia State Police urge everyone to "buckle up" when driving to and from Thanksgiving with family.

Nokesville man dies from injuries in Bristow Rd. crash Aug. 28

The police investigation revealed the driver of a 2021 Toyota Tundra was traveling eastbound on Bristow Rd. when the vehicle crossed over the center line and into the westbound lane of travel--striking a 2003 Lexus GX in a head-on collision. The impact of the crash caused the Lexus to spin off of the roadway and come to a rest in the ditch while the Tundra remained on the roadway.

US Sen. Tim Kaine to visit NVCC in Manassas and Quantico Marine Base Child Care Aug. 28

The visits are to celebrate the millions of dollars in federal funding that Sen. Kaine secured to support workforce development, expand health care, and increase child care access. He will also discuss historic legislation he helped pass, including the Inflation Reduction Act, to lower health care and prescription drug costs for millions of Americans.

You could be a chicken or a turkey

A customizable “poultry photo op” trivia and photo board in Chesterfield County, just south of Richmond, will educate adults and youth about a variety of poultry topics such as chicken development, hatching and by-products. “The interactive board will draw people in and encourage them to learn more about poultry through additional educational opportunities in our tent,” like seeing live chickens and chicks hatching.

Keep in Mind: Your chances of becoming a Labor Day weekend traffic safety statistic

Virginia State Police stopped 4,475 speeders and 1,945 reckless drivers during last year's four-day Labor Day weekend. State troopers also cited 491 seat belt violations and 150 child restraint violations during that time period.

PW Police to give tips on making your neighborhood safer

Join with other members of your community at Potomac Library on Wednesday, Aug. 28, to learn about the simple actions that you and your neighbors working together can take to make your "little piece of heaven" safe for everyone.

Gas leak closes Sentara Century Building in Woodbridge today - Monday, Aug. 19

Washington Gas is currently onsite addressing the situation. There are no reported injuries to patients or medical personnel. However, all offices in the Sentara Century Building are closed for the day so appointments will be rescheduled.

PWC Police find two dead in Dumfries

Prince William County Police report incidents and arrests for Aug. 8, 2024

Red Cross prepares to respond to Tropical Storm Debby problems in Washington metro area

The Red Cross is actively coordinating with local emergency management partners and has volunteers and resources – including the materials needed to open shelters – on standby in staging areas throughout the region.

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