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Va., Md. firefighters to gather for 9/11 'Memorial Stair Climb'

In the D.C. region, groups will gather in Virginia and Maryland to honor and remember the 343 FDNY firefighters who died that died.

Tags: 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, Gaylord Hotel, Manassas

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Civil War Trust debuts 2nd Manassas Battle app

The Civil War Trust is rolling out a new battle app to mark the 150th anniversary of the Second Battle of Manassas.

Tags: Manassas, battle of manassas app, smartphone

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A smaller affair for 150th anniversary of Second Manassas

This weekend's commemoration of the battle will culminate Sunday night with a dramatic presentation of Stonewall Jackson's raid on Union provisions at Manassas junction.

Tags: Second Batlle of Bull Run, Second Manassas, Harry Parrish, Manassas, Civil War 150th Anniversary

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FBI, Va. police push to solve trooper's murder

The murder of Virginia State Trooper Johnny Bowman has remained unsolved for decades, despite a tantalizing set of clues: a weird assortment of items left at the scene, including eyeglasses, a construction hard hat and a wig.

Tags: Virginia State Police, Manassas, Johnny Bowman

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11 years for 'blond bandit' in bank robberies

A northern Virginia woman who became known as the "blond bandit" was sentenced Thursday to 11 years in prison for a string of bank robberies and carjackings last year.

Tags: Stephanie Schwab, Manassas, Bowleys Quarters

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Fencing: A game of physical chess (PHOTOS)

Sword fighting and blade wielding isn't just for the movies anymore. Fencing brings the thrill and action of swordplay to people both young and old. It's also an Olympic sport that has gained popularity over the years, including in Manassas.

Tags: Meghin Moore, Olympics, fencing, Ronin Fencing Foundation, Manassas

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Va. girl, 9, saves 4-year-old from drowning

A 9-year-old girl is being recognized for saving a 4-year-old girl from drowning in Manassas last month.

Tags: drowning, Manassas

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Va. woman and family dog killed in DUI crash

A Virginia woman and her family dog are dead following a car crash late Saturday night and another Virginia woman has been charged with driving under the influence.

Tags: fatal crash, DUI, Manassas, Powhatan

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Alleged Va. white supremicist arrested for threats, weapons

An alleged white supremacist from Manassas, Va., who has expressed hatred and support for violence toward a number of political figures is under arrest.

Tags: Douglas Story, Manassas

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Rain, flooding create 'commute from hell'

It was a harrowing day for commuters in the D.C. area after a morning of wet weather, crashes, flooding and forced evacuations in one county.

Tags: flash flood, Manassas

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