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WOODBRIDGE, VA. - Allegations of cheating have surfaced following a high school football playoff game between Forest Park and Battlefield in Woodbridge, Virginia.

Parents of Forest Park players claim that Battlefield used listening devices on the sidelines, which are reportedly prohibited. Prince William County Public Schools are investigating these claims after volunteers working the first down chains were accused of using communication devices.

Chain gang controversy

What we know:

Once the referees discovered the devices, they asked the volunteers to remove them.

Michael O’Brien, a parent of a Forest Park football player, expressed concern over the situation, saying, "The chain gang, the way it works, the people who move the first down chains, are on the visitor’s side, and it’s supplied by the home team. The people, there were Battlefield people on our side…communicating our plays."

The backstory:

The incident was reported to the school district’s student activities management department, which immediately started an investigation. A letter was sent to families of both schools, informing them of the situation.

What’s next for the investigation

What they're saying:

O’Brien said, "Integrity matters, and I think the kids are watching."

The outcome of the investigation by Prince William County Public Schools will be sent to the Virginia High School League (VHSL), which will determine if any penalties are necessary. FOX 5 is awaiting a response from the VHSL and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

What we don't know:

The specifics of the penalties, if any, that the Virginia High School League might impose are still unknown.

The Source: Information from Prince William County Public Schools and FOX 5 reporting.

Restaurants around Woodbridge will offer Thanksgiving dine-in or takeout packages to help you celebrate the holiday.

Not everyone wants to cook on Thanksgiving Day. Whether your choice is a traditional holiday meal with gourmet sides and an impressive wine list, a more casual atmosphere with a greater range of menu options, several restaurants in Woodbridge will be open or offering special takeout meals.

Reservations for Thanksgiving, which is on Nov. 27 this year, will fill up quickly. Some local favorites around Woodbridge include:

Bistro L'Hermitage: Accepting reservations on Nov. 27.

Cracker Barrel: Thanksgiving meals can be pre-ordered for Nov. 27.

1609 Prime Cuts + Cocktails: Accepting reservations on Nov. 27.

Smoky Bones Woodbridge: Open for reservations on Nov. 27.

If you know of any more Thanksgiving dining specials, email woodbridge-va@patch.com, and we'll add it to this guide.

Multiple chain restaurants will also be open. Many fast-food restaurants and coffee shops are also open to serve those on the go. Hours may be limited, so it’s a good idea to call ahead or verify online that your location is open. Some chain eateries open Thanksgiving Day or offering specials in Northern Virginia and D.C. include:

Fine Dining And Upscale Casual Dining

Reservations are recommended or required at the following fine-dining and upscale casual establishments:

Capital Grille: Restaurants will be open; be sure to call ahead to confirm local hours.

Chart House: Diners choose from a specially crafted three-course menu or a traditional Thanksgiving dinner.

Del Frisco’s Grille: Most locations will offer a traditional Thanksgiving menu in addition to its usual offerings of steak, truffled mac and cheese with lobster, crab cakes and heritage pork chops

Eddie V’s: The restaurant will be open from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar: A prix fixe menu will be available from 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fogo de Chão: The Brazilian steakhouse is open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. with a holiday menu that includes new and traditional favorites.

McCormick & Schmick’s: The restaurant is offering a traditional Thanksgiving feast in addition to its regular menu.

Morton’s The Steakhouse: The restaurant is offering a four-course Thanksgiving dinner. Hours may vary by location.

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse: Most restaurants open early at 11 a.m. with a prix fixe menu, though hours may vary by location.

STK Steakhouse: In addition to its regular menu of award-winning steaks, this restaurant known for DJs, high-end service and curated experiences will also offer a special Thanksgiving turkey dinner.

Seasons 52: The traditional Thanksgiving dinner includes all the sides; check for local hours.

Casual Dining

Applebee’s: Select restaurants will be open; be sure to call ahead to confirm local hours.

Bob Evans Farmhouse Kitchen: The regular breakfast, lunch and dinner menus are featured for dine-in customers, and four different Thanksgiving meals are available for pickup.

Boston Market: Restaurants feature both regular menu items and seasonal dishes on Thanksgiving, but hours are specific to locations. Thanksgiving meals can be ordered and picked up ahead of time.

Buffalo Wild Wings: Only select restaurants will be open.

Cracker Barrel: Restaurants will be open regular hours.

Denny’s: Most restaurants will be open, but there may be local exceptions and others operating limited hours.

Golden Corral: Thanksgiving meal specialties are found with the regular fare at the all-you-can-eat breakfast, lunch or dinner buffets. The restaurant also offers full holiday meals to go.

IHOP: Restaurants will be open; however, hours may vary by location.

Maggiano’s Little Italy: The restaurant is offering a three-course Thanksgiving menu; check your local restaurant for hours.

Ruby Tuesday: Restaurants are open from 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

TGI Fridays: The chain will offer special holiday menu items, though it's best to confirm with your local restaurant for specific hours and offerings

Waffle House: Restaurants will be open 24 hours a day, and Thanksgiving is no exception.

Yard House: Restaurants will be open, but check for local hours.

Fast Food And Coffee

Arby’s: Moat stores are open, but may be operating at reduced hours.

Burger King: Hours will vary by location.

Domino’s: Most locations are open for carry-out and delivery.

Dunkin’: Most locations will be open, but hours may vary by location.

Krispy Kreme: Stores will be open for the morning rush but will close early at 2 p.m.

McDonald’s: Most restaurants will be open, but hours may vary by location.

Popeye’s: Restaurants will be open, but hours may vary by location.

Sonic: Most restaurants will be open, but some may operate for limited hours.

Starbucks: Store hours will vary by location.

Wendy’s: Hours will vary by location.

Sources for this report include emails, restaurant websites, USA Today and Cozymeals.com.

Supervisor Victor Angry will become the first Virginia Association of Counties president from Prince William County since 1997.

WOODBRIDGE, VA — Supervisor Victor Angry of Prince William County was elected as the next president of the Virginia Association of Counties, which advocates for the interests of Virginia localities in legislative and regulatory processes.

Angry was named president for the 2025-2026 term during the Virginia Association of Counties' 91st Annual Conference in Bath County. Newly-elected officers started their terms with the organization's annual business meeting on Tuesday.

One of the organization's main responsibilities is advocating for and tracking state legislation in the Virginia General Assembly. Virginia is a Dillon Rule state, which means localities can only use authority granted to them by the Virginia General Assembly.

Angry, a military veteran who was elected as Neabsco District supervisor in 2019, becomes the fourth Virginia Association of Counties president from Prince William County. Other Prince William County presidents of the organization were Joseph B. Johnson (1969), Kathleen K. Seefeldt (1992) and John D. Jenkins (1997). Angry will succeed the last president, James City County Supervisor Ruth Larson.

"I am humbled by this honor to become the next VACo President," Angry said. "I’ve seen the great work of previous VACo Presidents, and I want to continue our momentum of preserving important governing tools like local authority. I look forward to having an active part in the legislative process and helping to support current and future county leaders in serving their constituents and communities better."

Other elected leaders include President-Elect Phil North of Roanoke County, First Vice President Jerry Boothe of Floyd County, Second Vice President Kathy Smith of Fairfax County, Secretary-Treasurer Donald Hart, Jr. of Accomack County and Immediate Past President Ruth Larson of James City County.

Prince William County Supervisor Andrea Bailey (D-Potomac) was chosen for the Virginia Association of Counties Board of Directors, which represents 13 regions of the state. Bailey represents Region 8 along with Fairfax County Supervisors Andres Jimenez and Jeffrey McKay.

NOTE: Seeking commitment information for any athletes who attend Prince William County high schools. Email your commitment information to David Fawcett at dfawcett@insidenova.com. Please include the player's name, high school, year, sport, college selection and a contact number.

2026

BATTLEFIELD

Garrett Camp, baseball, George Mason

Kyla Morrison, softball, Mary Washington

Luke Hatfield, football, UConn

Joe Lund, baseball, Waynesburg

Brandon Murray, football, Rutgers

Calum O'Shea, football, Richmond

Keaton Ramey, football, Stony Brook

McKenzie Pittman, softball, Belmont Abbey

Alyssa Sagle, swimming, Virginia

Kyndal Shuler, soccer, Virginia

Kendall Tennant, soccer, Wisconsin

BRENTSVILLE

Payton Brown, basketball, Shenandoah

Aubrey Earman, soccer, Winthrop

Ava Garza, softball, Randolph-Macon

Kyla Kaczmarczyk, soccer, Bucknell

Natalie Marvin, softball, Bridgewater

COLGAN

Dorsey Grose, softball, Jacksonville

Nathan Forst, soccer, VCU

FOREST PARK

Sarena Keo, soccer, Radford

GAINESVILLE

Laila Britford, soccer, American

Trent Daniels, cross country, track, UVA

Isiah Britt-Dougan, football, Hampton

Aaron Ritenour, baseball, East Tennessee State

Mackenzie Rutledge, field hockey, Indiana University of Pennsylvania

Peyton White, basketball, Towson

GAR-FIELD

LJ Richards, football, Hampton

OSBOURN PARK

Hayden Menefee, Gardner-Webb

Key Rainey, basketball, Towson

Samia Snead, basketball, Longwood

Jayel West, basketball, Bridgeport

Jenna Wilson, softball, Charleston Southern

PATRIOT

Alivia Beasley, soccer, Iowa State

Jorden Benjamin, football, Towson

Henry Birge, track/cross country, UVA

Grace Honkus, soccer Waynesburg

Mathieu Lamah, football, Penn State

Madison Supinger, softball, Landers

SAINT JOHN PAUL THE GREAT

Valentina Barrera, soccer, Cleveland State

Julia Foster, lacrosse, UNC Charlotte

WOODBRIDGE

Raphael Johnson, football, Howard

Ricky Oliva, soccer, Virginia Commonwealth

2027

BATTLEFIELD

Mia Binkowski, soccer, Tennessee

Jena Buzzi, lacrosse, Towson

Yogi Colangelo, baseball, Virginia Tech

Christian Gomez, baseball, North Carolina

Teagan Leach, baseball, Virginia Tech

Nico Moritz-Toledo, baseball, Virginia Tech

COLGAN

Gavin Knox, baseball, Virginia Tech

Mei Koppers, soccer, Rice

GAINESVILLE

Leah Fernald, soccer, St. John's