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Route 28 Upgrades Ahead 🚧 | Smoking in Bed Sparks Fire 🔥 | Budget Holds Tax Rates Steady
Issue #25-052
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In this Go Prince William County, Va Issue…
Looks like Phil maybe has finally tired himself out. This weeks snow was but just a dusting.
Check out the special showings of Flags of Our Fathers, at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Iwo Jima flag raising! That looks very interesting!
The weekend will also be very lively at the local spots as usual. Make sure to check out our exhaustive listings below!
— Bryan
Quick Bites
VDOT Plans Major Upgrades for Route 28 Intersections in Manassas Park
VDOT will hold a public hearing on Feb. 26 to discuss intersection upgrades along Route 28 in Manassas Park. Planned improvements include new U-turn configurations, extended turn lanes, reconstructed sidewalks, and enhanced pedestrian access. The meeting will be held at Manassas Park City Hall from 6 to 8 p.m., with a live-stream option. Public feedback is accepted through March 10. (PW Living)
Smoking in Bed Blamed for Costly Fire in Local Home
A house fire in Prince William County caused an estimated $75,000 in damage early Wednesday morning after a cigarette ignited a mattress. The homeowner and her three children escaped unharmed. Fire officials confirmed the fire was accidental and emphasized smoking safety precautions to prevent similar incidents. (Inside NoVa)
New Budget Proposal Keeps Tax Rates the Same, but Costs Could Rise
Prince William County’s proposed $1.99 billion budget for fiscal year 2026 keeps tax rates steady, but rising property assessments may increase tax bills. The plan prioritizes employee pay raises, school funding, public safety staffing, and infrastructure projects, including a mental health crisis center. The budget also proposes new funding for transportation and county services, with final approval set for April 22. (Patch)
Upcoming Local Events
Feb 22 - 2025 Virtual Community Meeting - Proposed FY2026 Budget and Proposed FY2026-2031 Capital Improvement Plan, Virtual 9 AM - 12 PM
Feb 22 - Child ID, Haymarket 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Feb 22 - Winter Market 2025, Manassas
Feb 23 - Dale City Farmers Market, Dale City 10 AM - 1 PM
Feb 23 - Flags of Our Fathers, Triangle 10:30 AM - 2 PM
Feb 23 - Flags of Our Fathers, Triangle 2-4:15 PM
Weather
Friday
37 🌡️ 17 | ☀️ | 1% |💨 NW 18 mph
Saturday
41 🌡️ 23 | 🌥️ | 5% |💨 WSW 6 mph
Sunday
49 🌡️ 26 | 🌥️ | 4% |💨 WNW 5 mph
Nightlife, Libations & Live Music
02/21/25 - Friday
Gainesville | 🎶 | Craftworx Taproom | Hall Pass | 8 PM - 12 AM
Gainesville | 🎶 | The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm | David Davol | 5-8 PM
Haymarket | 🀟 | The Farm Brewery at Broad Run | Music Bingo | 6-9 PM
Haymarket | 💀 | Trouvaille | Murder Mystery Night - I Love the 80’s to Death | 7:30 PM
Lake Ridge | 🎶 | Water’s End Brewery | Charlie Gray | 6-9 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Farm Brew Live | Joe Downer | 2-6 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Farm Brew Live | Screaming Monkeys | 6:30-10:30 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Heritage Brewing Co | Honky Tonk Healin’ | 6-9 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Preston’s Pub | Working Man’s Band | 7 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Sinistral Brewing Co | Chauncey Fortune | 7 PM
Manassas | 🂡 | Table Top Tavern | Late Night Card Sharks | 9 PM
Occoquan | 🎶 | Madigans Waterfront | Josh Allen Band | 8:30 PM-12:30 AM
Woodbridge | 🎶 | Electric Palm | Chaotic Blonde | 8 PM - 12 AM
Woodbridge | 🎶 | The Harbour Grille | Panic for the Vibe | 8-11:30 PM
02/22/25 - Saturday
Gainesville | 🎶 | Craftworx Taproom | Kat Atomic | 8 PM - 12 AM
Gainesville | 🎶 | The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm | Rook Richards | 5-8 PM
Gainesville | 🎲 | Tin Cannon Brewing Co | BUNCO for Guys & Gals! | 7-9 PM
Haymarket | 🎶 | The Farm Brewery at Broad Run | Lenny Burridge | 6-9 PM
Haymarket | 🎶 | Trouvaille Brewing Co | The Cold North | 6 PM
Lake Ridge | 🎶 | Water’s End Brewery | Jeremy Fox | 6-9 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Farm Brew Live | Jonathan Gonzalez | 11 AM - 2 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Farm Brew Live | The Sugar Hollows | 2:30 - 6:30 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Farm Brew Live | Brisk | 6:30-10:30 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Heritage Brewing Co | Roger Noel | 2 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Sinistral Brewing Co | Callum Toner | PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Heritage Brewing Co | Medicine Man | 6 PM
Occoquan | 💃🏻🕺🏽| Madigans | Line Dancing with W.I.L.D. | 8-11 PM
Woodbridge | 🎶 | Brittany’s | Badlands Band | 8 PM
Woodbridge | 🎶 | Electric Palm | JunkFood | 8 PM - 12 AM
Woodbridge | 🎤 | The Harbour Grille | Karoke w DJ Holly Havoc | 8-11:30 PM
02/23/25 - Sunday
Manassas | 🎶 | 2 Silos Brewing | Dan Barry | 12-3:30 PM
Manassas | 🎭 | Hylton Performing Arts Center | Czech Symphony Orchestra | 4 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | 2 Silos Brewing | Juliet Lloyd Trio | 4-7:30 PM
Haymarket | 🎶 | The Farm Brewery at Broad Run | Spike Burton | 2-5 PM
Manassas | 🃏 | Table Top Tavern | Open Gaming | 6-10 PM
Woodbridge | 🎤 | Electric Palm | Band Madness Round 1 Week 2 | 2:30 PM
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