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Hi there, Manassas! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See when every Prince William high school will graduate in 2027
  • Man found dead near Promenade and a Manassas resident reported missing.
  • How will Manassas change First Friday after a teen's death?

Also on today's calendar: Fridays at 5 Free Concert Series and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Is there anybody completely useless? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Cool with periods of rain, with a high of 64 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Thursday: Breezy in the morning; cloudy, temps: high: 67, low: 49.
  • Friday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 71 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. PWC Public Schools Reveal Class Of 2027 Graduation Dates, Locations (patch.com) — Families in and around Manassas can now mark their calendars, as Prince William County Public Schools have released the full schedule of Class of 2027 graduation ceremonies, including Osbourn Park and Unity Reed. Most schools will hold ceremonies at EagleBank Arena in Fairfax, with others at PACE West, the Hylton Performing Arts Center, and Manassas Park Middle School.
   

2. Police Blotter: Two Death Investigations Near Manassas and Woodbridge; Robbery Warrant Issued (potomaclocal.com) — Police are investigating the death of a 27-year-old man found in a vehicle at the Promenade shopping center near Manassas, with no early signs of foul play. Manassas City police also seek help finding 27-year-old Joseph Levi Petracca, last seen in the Manassas area, while separate incidents in Woodbridge, Dumfries, and Stafford round out the regional police blotter.
   

3. 'We created an environment that fostered what happened': Manassas debates First Friday's future after deadly shooting (insidenova.com) — Manassas leaders and residents are wrestling with whether and how to restart the popular First Friday events after a Sept. 4 shooting killed 16‑year‑old Ashley Intihar in Old Town. Ideas on the table include pausing outdoor alcohol sales, scaling back hours, boosting police presence, and creating better emergency alerts, as the community balances safety with preserving a beloved downtown tradition.
   

4. Stream Realty Partners Facilitates $25M Sale of Manassas Industrial Property (cremarketbeat.com) — A major industrial property at 10904 Carolina Drive in Manassas has sold for $25 million, underscoring strong demand in the I‑66/Manassas logistics corridor. With Stream Realty Partners now handling leasing, the 102,500‑square‑foot facility's modern warehouse features and outdoor storage could attract new employers and distribution operations that shape local jobs and traffic patterns.
   

5. Rep. Subramanyam, GOP's Beckwith square off in 10th District debate (insidenova.com) — Voters in Manassas are central to a closely watched 10th District race where Rep. Suhas Subramanyam and Republican Dave Beckwith clashed over data centers, housing costs, immigration, and federal shutdowns. Their contrasting views on Trump-era tariffs, federal workforce cuts, and grid planning could shape how the district, including Manassas and Manassas Park, handles growth and affordability in coming years.
   

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  • **UPDATE* - Prince William County Animal Control have her in their possession.
    FOUND CAT ALERT! is this your pet? Pet was found on September 21, 2026 near Manassas, Virginia For more details about this pet or to contact the… (Nextdoor Dumfries Rd)
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    Wandering Lost Cat in Hinton Way Manassas. Appears Pregnant or just chubby. Please help find her home. I have built her a shelter, she has water and… (Nextdoor Dumfries Rd)
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