UPDATE: Brentsville Town Hall Meeting Rescheduled at new Location
The Brentsville District Town Hall meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, March 2 beginning at 7:30 p.m. at a new location.
News
Manassas Man Charged with Sexually Assaulting Minor in 2013
Detectives from the Special Victims Unit charged Rodney Eugene Thompson, 38, of Manassas with Aggravated Sexual Battery Feb. 25, following an investigation of an incident that occurred in 2013.
Education
PWCS Provides List of Programs including Costs, Benefits
The PWCS website recently posted a list of strategic programs that could possibly be eliminated.
PWCS Suspends Outerwear Policy During Extreme Cold for Students in Trailers
During the coldest days of the year, Prince William parents can expect their children’s schools will bend the rules, allowing students to wear coats or jackets during passing times, which take them outside of the main school building.
Arts & Entertainment
Glenkirk Talent Show Returns After One Year Hiatus
Glenkirk Elementary School got a taste of Hollywood Thursday night when their PTO hosted a “Glenkirk’s Got Talent” Show, to a sold out crowd in the school’s gymnasium.
Third Annual Nokesville Christmas Parade Planned for Saturday
The Third Annual Nokesville Christmas Parade begins this Saturday at 4 p.m. along Fitzwater Drive.
Business
PW Chamber of Commerce Asks Supervisors to Reconsider Tax Rate
The Prince William Chamber of Commerce has written a letter to the County Board of Supervisors asking them to adopt a higher residential property tax rate that is not based upon the consumer price index (CPI-U).
Podiatrist joins the Blue Ridge Orthopaedic & Spine Center
Blue Ridge Orthopaedic & Spine Center is pleased to introduce Podiatrist, Dr. Yevgeny Kats to you as the newest member of our family.
Recent Articles
UPDATE: Brentsville Town Hall Meeting Rescheduled at new Location
The Brentsville District Town Hall meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, March 2 beginning at 7:30 p.m. at a new location.
Restaurant Inspections: Pizza NY Margherita Cited for 12 Health Code Violations
Popular Gainesville restaurant Pizza NY Margherita was cited for 12 violations of the health code during a routine inspection Feb. 4 for issues ranging from food storage to temperature issues.
Manassas Man Charged with Sexually Assaulting Minor in 2013
Detectives from the Special Victims Unit charged Rodney Eugene Thompson, 38, of Manassas with Aggravated Sexual Battery Feb. 25, following an investigation of an incident that occurred in 2013.
Brookfield Homes Withdraws Birkwood at Braemar Application
When Brentsville’s Supervisor denied a deferral of the public hearing, Brookfield Homes pulled their application for Birkwood at Braemar.
NWS Issues Winter Weather Advisory; 1-2 Inches of Snow Possible
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for D.C. suburbs for midnight until noon Thursday, but forecasters suggest that residents might not see much accumulation.
PW Chamber of Commerce Asks Supervisors to Reconsider Tax Rate
The Prince William Chamber of Commerce has written a letter to the County Board of Supervisors asking them to adopt a higher residential property tax rate that is not based upon the consumer price index (CPI-U).
PWCS Provides List of Programs including Costs, Benefits
The PWCS website recently posted a list of strategic programs that could possibly be eliminated.
Superintendent Presents Unbalanced Budget
At the request of the School Board, PWCS Superintendent Steven Walts presented an unbalanced budget with a shortfall of $17.5 million.
Proposed State Budget Includes Teacher, Police Raises
Virginia teachers, state troopers and other state employees would all receive pay raises thanks to a state budget agreement moving toward approval in the General Assembly.
PWC Gets $1.5 Million to Study Gainesville, Haymarket VRE Extension
The Northern Virginia Transportation Authority awarded Prince William County a $1.5 million grant to study the feasibility of bringing the Virginia Railway Express (VRE) to Gainesville and Haymarket.
Podiatrist joins the Blue Ridge Orthopaedic & Spine Center
Blue Ridge Orthopaedic & Spine Center is pleased to introduce Podiatrist, Dr. Yevgeny Kats to you as the newest member of our family.
BUSY IN BRISTOW: Cabin Fever, ‘Calgon … Take Me Away!’
During cabin fever moms fantasize about escaping to a tropic island, knowing none of that is realistic.
VDOT Makes Progress on Local Roads; Warns of Changing Road Conditions
Following a very messy Saturday storm, the Virginia Department of Transportation urges drivers to be alert to the changing road conditions across the region Sunday as snow begins to melt.
WEATHER BEAT: More Winter Weather this Weekend
Old Man Winter is at it again! In case we weren’t satisfied with the four inches of snow that refuses to melt or the arctic air that refuses to show us some mercy, he’s going to deliver us a little more winter weather.
NWS Issues Winter Weather Advisory for Weekend, VDOT Prepping for Wintery Mix
Residents will see a mixed bag this weekend.
PWCS Suspends Outerwear Policy During Extreme Cold for Students in Trailers
During the coldest days of the year, Prince William parents can expect their children’s schools will bend the rules, allowing students to wear coats or jackets during passing times, which take them outside of the main school building.
Supervisors Briefed on Sheltering of Homeless, during Weather Emergency
County staff briefs supervisors on the status of homeless individuals during this week’s weather emergency.
Manassas DMV to Close Friday, Saturday; Mobile Office to Open
Manassas Customer Service Center will be closed Friday and Saturday, Feb. 20 and 21, due to water damage.
Qarni Opposes Use of Public Funds to Establish Virginia Charter Schools, Fund Private Education
Democratic Candidate for State Senate Atif Qarni (29th District) commented that he opposes Senator Obenshain’s proposed Constitutional Amendment to make it easer to establish charter schools in the state.
PWC Current Budget Proposal Would Require Painful Cuts
The preliminary Prince William County tax budget, based on 1.3 percent property tax increase, would require layoffs, salary freezes, program eliminations and delays on delivery of youth fields.
VDOT Warns of Difficult Wednesday P.M. Commute; Winter Weather Advisory Issued
The Virginia Department of Transportation warns residents to expect slippery roads and low visibility Wednesday evening when snow squalls with heavy bands of snow could quickly cover roads, reduce visibility and make driving treacherous in the area.
‘Tebow Bill’ Passes; Home-Schooled Students Can Participate in Extracurricular Activities
RICHMOND – The Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that would allow home-schooled students to participate in extracurricular activities such as sports, debate and band at their local public school.
WEATHER BEAT: More Snow and Frigid Temps on the Way
What if I were to tell you that the coldest air of the season still has yet to arrive despite several days of frigid temperatures? It’s true, and there’s plenty where that came from.
VDOT Makes Progress on Local Roads
The Virginia Department of Transportation continues to focus on neighborhoods and preparing for an overnight refreeze on county roads.
VDOT Urges Residents to Stay Off Roads Tuesday Morning
The Virginia Department of Transportation is asking motorists to delay travel in Fairfax, Loudoun, Prince William and Arlington counties this morning so crews can work to clear and treat snow covered roads.
Dangerous Cold Follows Snow
As the snow tapers off Tuesday morning, the next weather threat comes in the form of an “exceptionally cold airmass” that will engulf the area Thursday, potentially bringing low temperatures below zero degrees.
Governor Calls for State of Emergency
Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe called a State of Emergency for the entire Commonwealth to go into effect as of 3 p.m., Feb. 16.
WEATHER BEAT: Snowstorm Could Drop Half a Foot or More Monday into Tuesday
Here we go again! With all this cold air we’ve been suffering in, we deserve a good snowfall as our reward. I know what you’re thinking; I’ll believe it when I see it. Yes, I’m on the same boat as you guys, but the latest models have me excited. I have a strong feeling that this is our storm!
Restaurant Inspections: China Jade of Gainesville Cited for Multiple Repeat Violations
The Prince William Health District cited Gainesville restaurant China Jade for 15 violations of the health code, 12 of which were repeat violations for food storage and cleanliness issues.
UPDATED: Winter Storm Watch Upgraded to Warning
The National Weather Service has upgraded the Winter Storm Watch to a Warning from 6 p.m. Monday to noon Tuesday.
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