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Virginia Court Halts Controversial Digital Gateway Project Near Battlefield

4/2/2026

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The Virginia Court of Appeals halted the Prince William Digital Gateway project near Manassas National Battlefield Park after ruling Prince William County fast-tracked it without adequate public notice.
Local residents and preservation groups welcomed the decision.
The plan would have affected over 2,000 acres, fueling environmental and historic preservation concerns.
The American Battlefield Trust will monitor potential appeals by the developers.
Prince William County has 30 days to appeal.

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The Virginia Court of Appeals halted the Prince William Digital Gateway project near Manassas National Battlefield Park after ruling Prince William County fast-tracked it without adequate public notice.
Local residents and preservation groups welcomed the decision.
The plan would have affected over 2,000 acres, fueling environmental and historic preservation concerns.
The American Battlefield Trust will monitor potential appeals by the developers.
Prince William County has 30 days to appeal.