Police Again Warn Bristow Residents to ‘Be Vigilant’
Following a request by a Bristow community to respond to recent reports of burglaries in the area, Prince William County Police once again shared a crime alert with residents.
News
VDOT Reveals Plans for HOV3 Express Lane on I-66
Many local motorists feel conflicted after VDOT announced they would be adding additional express lanes to I-66, but no new regular lanes.
Education
PWCS Announces Intent to Change Day Care Provider to AlphaBEST
Beginning at the start of the 2015-2106 school year, AlphaBEST will operate the 3,600 student PWCS School Age Child Care Program (SACC) and Next Generation Program for middle school students.
JMU Names 16 Local Students to President’s List
James Madison University announced Thursday that 16 local students made the president’s list for the fall 2014 semester.
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
Duck Donuts Comes to Bristow Center
Ryan Sloper is bringing an Outer Banks staple to the Bristow Center. He will open a Duck Donuts in the space previously occupied by Sweet Creations Frozen Yogurt.
Don Shaw Criticizes Marshall for Writing Letter to Amazon CEO
Don Shaw, who intends to run as the Democratic Candidate for Delegate from Virginia’s 13th District, criticized Del. Bob Marshall (R, VA-13) Wednesday for writing to Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos on behalf of his district.
Recent Articles
Police Again Warn Bristow Residents to ‘Be Vigilant’
Following a request by a Bristow community to respond to recent reports of burglaries in the area, Prince William County Police once again shared a crime alert with residents.
VDOT Reveals Plans for HOV3 Express Lane on I-66
Many local motorists feel conflicted after VDOT announced they would be adding additional express lanes to I-66, but no new regular lanes.
Man Charged with Sending Threatening Texts to Haymarket Woman
Prince William County Police charged Kyle Steven Sunday, 24, of Linden with four counts of making electronic threats to a 23-year-old Haymarket woman.
Prince William Under Wind Advisory for Friday
The Winter Weather Advisory expired at 9 p.m. Thusday, only to be replaced by a Wind Advisory from noon Friday until midnight.
NWS Issues Winter Weather Advisory for Thursday Evening
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory until 9 p.m. Thursday.
Manassas Mayor Hal Parrish Announces Run for State Senate, 29th District
Manassas Mayor Hal Parrish announced his campaign for Virginia’s 29th State Senate District in an online video posted to his website, Thursday.
Duck Donuts Comes to Bristow Center
Ryan Sloper is bringing an Outer Banks staple to the Bristow Center. He will open a Duck Donuts in the space previously occupied by Sweet Creations Frozen Yogurt.
Family Dog Saves Nokesville Residents from Property Fire
A Nokesville dog alerted its owners of a garage fire Monday morning, possibly saving the lives of its family members.
Coyote Spotted in Kingsbrooke
Bristow resident shares photo showing that at least one coyote has been spotted in Kingsbrooke. Wildlife biologists says coyotes exist in the area.
Bill Would Ban Criminal History Box on State Job Apps
A Senate committee on Monday narrowly approved a bill that would prohibit state agencies from asking job applicants if they have a criminal history on employment applications.
Police Search for Target Parking Lot Purse Thief
Prince William Police are searching for an individual whom they said attacked a woman in the parking lot of the Super Target located in 9900 Sowder Village Square in Manassas and stole her purse 6:50 p.m. Saturday.
UPDATED: VDOT Urges Motorists to Begin Commute Before 4 P.M. Monday
The Virginia Department of Transportation warns drivers to begin their afternoon commutes prior to 4 p.m. to avoid potentially hazardous travel.
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.
Fire & Rescue Crews Battle Blaze in Detached Nokesville Garage
An early morning fire in Nokesville ripped through a detached garage in the area of the 14000 block of Fitzwater Drive Monday.
UPDATED: NWS Issues Winter Weather Advisory for Monday
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory from 2 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday for Prince William County.
BUSY IN BRISTOW: Born to Draw
Kathy realizes that sometimes kids develop their innate skills and talents even without help from activities or classes.
Bill Seeks to Decriminalize Marijuana in Virginia
A senator from Northern Virginia is urging the General Assembly to decriminalize marijuana possession, as about 20 other states have done.
NWS Warns of Icy Roads Sunday Morning
In a special weather statement, the National Weather Service issued a warning about icy spots Sunday morning.
PWCS Prepares Snow Contigency for Monday’s Teacher Workday
Prince William County Schools has announced that if inclement weather closes schools Monday, Jan. 26, the scheduled teacher workday would not be rescheduled; Tuesday will be a regular school day for students.
PWCS Announces Intent to Change Day Care Provider to AlphaBEST
Beginning at the start of the 2015-2106 school year, AlphaBEST will operate the 3,600 student PWCS School Age Child Care Program (SACC) and Next Generation Program for middle school students.
WEATHER BEAT: Snow Could Pile Up Monday Morning
I know you probably don’t believe me at this point, but the Monday storm is now looking much more potent and parts of our region could see anywhere from two to four inches of snow by the time all is said and done.
Haymarket Man Arrested for Child Endangerment, Assault & Battery of Officer
Police officers responded to a residence in Haymarket to investigate a domestic assault in which a man allegedly assaulted a woman holding a baby.
Winter Weather Advisory for DC Metro Area Friday Evening
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, there is a winter weather advisory expected to go into effect at 6 p.m. this evening, Jan. 23.
WEATHER BEAT: Rain, Sleet, Snow to Impact Weekend Plans
The storm that was supposed to make a lot of people happy is now looking like yet another disappointment.
JMU Names 16 Local Students to President’s List
James Madison University announced Thursday that 16 local students made the president’s list for the fall 2014 semester.
Money, Jewelry Stolen from Bristow Home
Prince William County police are investigating a residential burglary, which occurred Jan. 20 in the 8600 block of Linton Hall Road in Bristow.
UPDATE: Police Warn of Counterfeit Money Circulating in Haymarket
The Haymarket Police Department is alerting businesses and residents that an individual passed counterfeit currency locally over the last two days.
WEATHER BEAT: Significant Snow Expected to Fall this Weekend
As expected, the Wednesday snow was more of a nuisance than anything. You might even call it “practice” for what’s to come.
UPDATED: Winter Weather Advisory Extended Again to 8 A.M. Thursday
Due to the potential for freezing drizzle and freezing fog, the National Weather Service extended the Winter Weather Advisory to 8 a.m. Thursday morning.
House Approves 2 Bills to Make College More Affordable
Two bills aimed at making college more affordable were approved unanimously Monday by the House Appropriations Committee.
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