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Prince William Schools Presents Options for Adding Natural Light to Older High Schools
The Prince William County School Board looked at options to bring more natural light into four of its older high schools at its Jan. 15 work session.
PWCS Implements New Grade Point Average (GPA), Class Rank System
With the end of the first semester on January 24, current sophomores are the first students whose grades will be computed under the new grade point average (GPA) and class rank calculations that became effective in the 2018-19 school year.
RICHMOND BEAT: Virginia Senate votes for Election Day Holiday, No Excuse Absentee Voting
Virginia lawmakers have advanced Senate bills that make voting easier, including no excuse absentee voting and recognizing Election Day as a state holiday. Other legislation that would extend citizen access to voting has yet to clear committees.
RICHMOND BEAT: Virginia Gun Rights Advocates Take Second Amendment Stand
RICHMOND, Va. — Chants of “We will not comply,” and “USA, USA,” sounded through the blanket of security as thousands of armed Second Amendment supporters converged on Richmond to protest proposed gun control measures.
St. Paul’s Haymarket to Hold Benefit Concert for Haymarket Regional Food Pantry
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church will present a choral concert, Sunday, Feb. 9, at 3 p.m., to benefit The Haymarket Food Pantry.
Supervisor Lawson Issues Statement on Governor’s State of Emergency at Capitol Grounds
“I am disappointed that our elected governor feels such contempt for the 2nd amendment that he sees fit to compromise the right entirely.” – Supervisor Jeanine Lawson
RICHMOND BEAT: ERA Swifty Clears First Hurdle in General Assembly
RICHMOND, Va. — Resolutions to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment swiftly passed the General Assembly Wednesday. The House version passed 59-41 and the Senate bill cleared with a 28-12 vote.
Gov. Declares State of Emergency in Advance of Capitol Square Demonstration
Law enforcement intelligence analysts have identified credible threats of violence surrounding the event, along with white nationalist rhetoric and plans by out-of-state militia groups to attend.
Prince William Board Withdraws Gun Control Resolution
The controversial resolution recommended the Virginia General Assembly approve some forms of gun control and gun safety legislation.
Police Investigate Another Armed Robbery on Sudley Road
Prince William Police are requesting the public’s help in identifying and locating a suspect who robbed Sally Beauty Supply store in the Sudley-Manassas area of Prince William, Tuesday.
RICHMOND BEAT: Gun Rights Advocates Flood Capitol as Gun Control Bills Advance
RICHMOND — The National Rifle Association and hundreds of Second Amendment supporters flocked Monday to the State Capitol, voicing their opposition to proposed gun control bills in the Democrat-controlled General Assembly.
VDOT: Ramp from Rt 29N to I-66E in Centreville to Close
FAIRFAX – The left-turn lane and ramp from northbound Route 29 to I-66 East in Centreville will close for approximately four months beginning on or about Thursday night, Jan. 16.
Police Seek Suspects in Armed Robberies at 2 Manassas Area 7-Eleven Stores
Prince William Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying suspects in two 7-Eleven armed robberies that occurred in the early morning hours Sunday in Manassas.
Gainesville Middle School Admin Arrested for Theft
Gainesville Middle School announced Friday that Todd Yoho was placed on leave.
Police Arrest Man for Indecent Exposure Along Bristow Trail
The incident reportedly occurred in the wooded walking paths at the end of Hunting Cove Place in Bristow.
Prince William Supervisors Postpone Vote on Gun Safety Resolution
Before the next vote, the supervisors will further investigate the issue, talk with more constituents and may amend the resolution.
Girls Missing from Youth For Tomorrow Have Been Located
Ahmeri Renee Robinson, a.k.a. “Rocky” and Njemila Johnson a.k.a.“Mimi”, who were reported as missing and endangered on December 30, were both located and are safe.
Prince William’s New Chairwoman Delivers 2020 State of County Remarks
“Over the past 20 years, we have experienced dramatic growth. Our population increased from 280,000 people in the year 2000 to more than 468,000 people today….”
Prince William County Announces Local Road Closures
Prince William County announces road closures on the western end of the county.
Winter is the Perfect Time to Get ‘Crazy Beautiful’
Crazy Beautiful Spa in Old Town Manassas offers personalized spa treatments with a licensed esthetician and massage therapist.
Prince William Board to Vote on Gun Control Resolution
Prince William County Board of Supervisors Chairman At-large-Elect Ann Wheeler (D) has proposed a resolution that urges the Virginia General Assembly to address gun violence while affirming Prince William will remain a Constitutional County.
Police Request Continued Assistance to Locate Missing Catharpin Teen
The Prince William County Police Department continues to ask for assistance regarding the whereabouts of Ada Hernandez-Pineda.
Kurdish-American Northern Virginia Man Shares His Family’s Story
Today Mehmet Ayaz is a Manassas resident and an American citizen. He wants to make American citizens aware of the dangers the Kurdish people face.
Celebrate the New Year with $20.20 Pairings at Out of the Blue
Out of the Blue Crabs & Seafood in Gainesville is offering its 2020 menu. Select items will be priced at $20.20 when paired with select wines or beers.
UPDATED: Police, U.S. Marshalls Arrest Two Suspects in Denny’s Homicide
Prince William County Police identified Jordan Anderson, 22, of Manassas and Ryan Thomas Walker, 22, of Chesapeake Beach, Md. as suspects in the Dec. 26 homicide which occurred at the Denny’s, located at 8201 Sudley Road in Manassas.
Police Investigate Masked Robbery at Walgreens in Woodbridge
A masked armed robbery of a Woodbridge Walgreens, Dec. 24, may be linked to the Manassas Denny’s armed robbery and homicide.
Police Arrest Woman for DUI, Child Neglect in Haymarket
Prince William Officers observed an SUV unable to stay in its lane and exceeding the speed limit on James Madison Highway.
Police Describe Denny’s Homicide, Armed Robbery
The FBI has issued a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individuals in connection to this incident.
UPDATED: Police Identify Victim in Manassas Denny’s Armed Robbery
Prince William County Police confirmed that one male customer was killed during an armed robbery at Denny’s on Sudley Road in Manassas 2:25 a.m. Dec. 26.
UPDATED: Missing Endangered Bristow Girl Found Safe
The Prince William County Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing and endangered juvenile, Kayleigh Savannah Gross.
VA State Police Now Report 63 Vehicles Involved in I-64 Crash
The Virginia State Police are now reporting that 63 vehicles are involved in the chain reaction crashes impacting East and West I-64.
UPDATED: Prince William Detention Center Mistakenly Releases Violent Offender
Be on the lookout! A prisoner was inadvertently released from the adult detention center in Manassas around noon on Friday.
Settle the Debt Holiday Payoff Erases Lunch Debt at 15 Schools
The Gainesville nonprofit Settle the Debt visited 18 area public schools this week, delivering checks to pay off accumulated lunch debts as part of its Holiday Payoff Initiative.
Congress Votes on Sen. Kaine’s Bill to Raise Tobbacco Age this Week
Sen. Tim Kaine’s bipartisan legislation with Senate Majority Leader McConnell to raise the tobacco age to 21 will be voted on as part of the appropriations package in the House and Senate this week.
Pedestrian-Involved Crash in Gainesville Kills Haymarket Man
A motor vehicle struck a pedestrian crossing Linton Hall Road in Gainesville this morning.
‘Impeach & Remove Event’ is ON in Gainesville
The Gainesville “Impeach & Remove” Trump rally will take place at 7500 Iron Bar Lane near the bank building of the Gainesville Gateway Center*, Tuesday, December 17 at 5:30 p.m.
Community Enjoys FUN Nokesville Christmas Parade
Philip Spittle was the Grand Marshal, Jay Yankey was the Citizen of the Year.
Gov. Northam Proposes $1.2 Billion Investment in K-12 Education
The student-first plan increases ‘at-risk add-on’ by more than 50 percent to support educationally at-risk students, raises teacher pay, takes steps to close the achievement gap.
Manassas Writer, Artist Debuts Novel ‘Queen Anne’s Lace’
Dawn Gardner, Manassas woman, artist, and business owner, is excited to announce the release of her first published novel, “Queen Anne’s Lace.”
Iron Mountain to Expand Data Center at Manassas Campus
New Manassas data center supports continued economic growth in Prince William County
Resident Dies in Haymarket Gaines Road Fire
The adult will be identified once next of kin has been confirmed and notified.
Prince William Becomes 59th Virginia 2nd Amendment Constitutional County (for Now)
The Prince William County Board of Supervisors voted 6-2 to become a Constitutional County regarding 2nd Amendment Rights, at 12:27 a.m., Wednesday. It was the board’s last act on its very last meeting.
Manassas Mall for Sale, Looking for Buyer
Manassas Mall is owned by Pyramid Management Group and is being sold through the commercial brokerage firm JLL.
Gainesville Crossing Rezoning Could Bring More High-Voltage Power Lines
Members of the Coalition to Protect Prince William County are concerned about the likelihood of a large data center in that location would require a new power-line at a cost to residents.
Santa Visits Kingsbrooke, Braemar with Nokesville Fire & Rescue
The elves have confirmed Santa’s arrival this Saturday, Dec 7 beginning at 10am.
State Police Investigate Fatal Crash on I-66 Involving Nokeville Man
A Nokesville man’s vehicle collided with a tractor trailer, resulting in the death of a pedestrian.
Prince William Supervisors Advance Comp Plan Option to Develop Rural Crescent Property
“Mid-County Parks & Estate” would be a single-family development located in the Coles District. The vision for the community is similar to the one proposed by the Rural Preservation Study.
Extraordinary Bristow Family Affected by House Fire
Their youngest daughter is still struggling after an extremely complicated heart surgery, when this tragedy happened.
Prince William Teacher Arrested for Assaulting, Injuring Student
The Ribbon Middle School teacher allegedly grabbed the victim, an 11-year-old girl, by the ankles and held her upside down.
