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🌱 Patch AM: Manassas Man Arrested After Exposing Himself To Teen In Prince William County Target: Police

Coming up on the Manassas Patch calendar: 9th Annual Gene Montague Memorial 5K

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Greetings Manassas! We're your go-to source for what's happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Manassas man faces new indecent exposure charge involving teen at Target
  • How many Manassas must-do experiences have you actually checked off?
  • How Manassas students can design the city's next "I Voted!" sticker

Also on today's calendar: 9th Annual Gene Montague Memorial 5K and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Very hot; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 98 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: An afternoon t-storm or two, temps: high: 94, low: 71.
  • Saturday: Clouds and sun; not as hot, with a high of 85 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Manassas Man Arrested After Exposing Himself To Teen In Prince William County Target: Police (patch.com) — Manassas residents are learning that a 29-year-old local man has been arrested at his home after police say he exposed himself and made obscene gestures toward a 15-year-old girl in a Dumfries Target. Authorities report no physical contact or injuries, but note he faces a new indecent exposure charge alongside an earlier felony indecent liberties case involving a child under 15.
   

• The Prince William Bucket List: 25 Experiences Every Local Should Have (princewilliamliving.com) — You're invited to explore Manassas and greater Prince William through 25 handpicked experiences, from dining in Historic Downtown Manassas to walking the Manassas Black History Trail and watching the Greater Manassas Christmas Parade. The list highlights parks, restaurants, arts venues, and seasonal traditions that residents can enjoy year-round while supporting local businesses and deepening their connection to the community.
   

• Manassas launches 'I Voted!' sticker design contest for city students (insidenova.com) — Manassas students now have the chance to design the official "I Voted!" sticker that city voters will receive starting with the 2028 presidential election. The contest, open through Jan. 15, 2027, aims to boost civic pride and engagement, with finalists honored by City Council and resources available through city schools, the library, and the elections office.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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  • West Springfield community equips school crosswalk with new safety tools (ffxnow.com)
  • Fairfax County apartment rents down slightly compared to summer 2025 (ffxnow.com)
  • Elegant Kitchen and Bath Expands Home Addition Services to Meet Growing Demand in Herndon, Virginia (usatoday.com)

Woodbridge

  • Prince William County Police Seek Man Accused Of Threatening CVS Employees With Box Cutter (patch.com)
  • Prince William County Offering $48k In Grants To Expand Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release Program (patch.com)

Ok Manassas! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A shirt (Thank you Dianna H. for sending it in!)
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