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Spotted on the Manassas calendar: 9th Annual Gene Montague Memorial 5K

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In today's newsletter:

  • What you'll find on a free visit to Manassas' Mayfield Fort.
  • How new commercial flights from Manassas could reshape your travel and downtown.
  • Manassas police seek suspect after shots fired near Bruton Parish Court.

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

Today's riddle: What is the 1 way to guarantee winning a small fortune at the casino? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 97 and low of 70 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very hot, temps: high: 96, low: 72.
  • Thursday: Very hot with a thunderstorm, with a high of 99 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Mayfield Fort: From Civil War Stronghold to Historical Landmark (princewilliamliving.com) — You can explore Mayfield Fort, an 11-acre Civil War earthwork at 8401 Quarry Road in Manassas, any day from sunrise to sunset for free. The article traces its Native American roots, Confederate construction, and lone 1862 engagement, then walks you through today's paved trail, restored Hooe family cemetery, interpretive signs, and quiet hilltop views supported by Manassas Museum Associates.
   

2. Washington Manassas Airport cleared to offer commercial airline flights (wtop.com) — Manassas residents can look forward to commercial airline service after Washington Manassas Airport secured its FAA Part 139 certificate, clearing the way to attract low-cost carriers. City and regional leaders say the planned terminal, parking expansion, and future daily departures could significantly boost downtown businesses and jobs, while neighbors watch for impacts like noise and traffic as flights target a November 2027 launch.
   

3. Assault On School Bus $58M Real Estate Deal: VA Weekend (patch.com) — Manassas police are asking for help identifying a man after two gunshots were reported in the Bruton Parish Court area, and they've released photos of the person they're seeking. The incident is part of a wider roundup of serious weekend cases across Virginia and DC, including a daycare assault and a fatal shooting in Northeast Washington.
   

4. Twenty Classes, One Community: Leadership Prince William's Lasting Legacy (princewilliamliving.com) — Community leaders from Manassas, Manassas Park, and Prince William County are marking the 20th Signature Class of Leadership Prince William, a program that has shaped more than 620 local graduates. Alumni say it deepens regional understanding, builds lasting relationships, and encourages service‑minded leadership, with local businesses like Whitlock Wealth in Manassas actively supporting and participating.
   

5. WTOP's Small Business September 2026 (wtop.com subscription) — Small business owners around Prince William County can now nominate companies for a September awards program, though firms in the City of Manassas and Manassas Park are excluded from eligibility. The broader Small Business September series will spotlight DMV entrepreneurs, resources, and expert advice to help local ventures grow and adapt throughout the month.
   

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  • Helix Electric, Inc. posted a job opening for Unlicensed Electrician in Manassas. Apply here.
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