Patriot HS to Commemorate Josh Morrison with FOR22 Ceremony

Josh Morrison played on the Patriot Pioneers' first varsity baseball team in 2012.
The community is invited to Patriot High School's 'FOR22' event, April 23, starting at 6 p.m., to commemorate the life of Josh Morrison, class of 2013.

Bristow Townhouse Fire Displaces 5 Residents

Prince William County Fire and Rescue units were dispatched to the 8700 block of Chorley Way in Bristow for a reported townhouse fire, Sunday, April 14 at 9:36 p.m.
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Police Arrest Suspect for Mob Assault on Haymarket Man with Baseball Bat
Detectives arrested a man in connection to an unconscious man who had been dropped off at an area hospital on March 8.
Police Arrest Man Suspected of Killing Two Manassas Area Women
Detectives charged suspect, Edward James Jackson Bland, with the murder of two Manassas area women, Tuesday.
Four Suspects Wanted in Haymarket Residential Burglary
Three men pried open the front door, but no property was discovered to have been stolen.
FEATURES

Silver Eagle Stable Announces 4th Annual Show Series

Riders demonstrate their posture while riding in the Silver Eagle Show Series.
Silver Eagle Stable Annual Show Series will return this April with shows running one Saturday a month through November.
EDUCATION & LEARNING
Arbitrator Rules Prince William School Board Committed Unfair Labor Practices
Prince William Education Association [PWEA], the largest public-sector education local representing over 11,000 educators in Prince William County Schools [PWCS], files unfair labor practice charges and wins.
Prince William School Board Approves Fiscal Year 2025 Budget
The Prince William County School Board approved the  Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Budget  on March 20. Superintendent Dr. LaTanya D. McDade’s budget prioritized investments aligned with …
Osbourn Park High School Will Hold Celebration of Life for Lillian Orlich, Beloved Guidance Counselor
Osbourn Park High School’s long-serving counselor Ms. Lillian Mary Orlich passed away on March 7, 2024, at the age of 95, after serving for almost 70 years as a local educator.
Prince William County School Board Ratifies First Collective Bargaining Agreement
 The Prince William County School Board ratified the Collective Bargaining Agreement with its employees’ exclusive bargaining agent, the Prince William Education Association (PWEA),
PWEA Ratifies 1st Collective Bargaining Agreement in Virginia
Prince William Education Association [PWEA], the largest public-sector education local representing over 11,000 educators in Prince William County Schools [PWCS], has announced the ratified the first …
Prince William School Board Gives High Praise for Student Vision Profile Reports
The key to succeeding at anything in life begins with knowing what you want to do but selecting a career path is a daunting task for students and families. …

3 ways to use the solar eclipse to brighten your child’s knowledge of science

In no case should a child look directly at the solar eclipse, but there are special eclipse glasses. Anadolu via Getty Images When the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth on April 8, 2024, it …

VIRGINIA STATE NEWS

Governor Vetoed Senator Boysko’s Safe Storage of Firearms Bill

Virginia State Senator Jennifer Boysko (D-Fairfax).

RICHMOND, VA – Today, the Governor vetoed Senator Jennifer Boysko’s (D-Fairfax) Senate Bill 368, requiring any person who possesses a gun in a residence to store their firearm safely …

Gov. Youngkin Requests Review of Course Syllabi at Two Virginia Universities

VCU education professor Gabriel Reich speaks against Youngkin's requests to view course syllabi at a Board of Visitors meeting on March 22.

RICHMOND, Va. -- Gov. Glenn Youngkin recently requested syllabi from two state universities, a move some faculty called “unprecedented."

COMMUNITY EVENTS & FEATURES

Parks & Rec Presents Proposed Prince William Sports Complex & Event Center

Illustration of the proposed Prince William County Sports & Event Center.

The Prince William County Sports and Event Center is a proposed large indoor multi-sport and special event facility, that if ultimately approved, will be developed in North Woodbridge.

Patriot HS to Commemorate Josh Morrison with FOR22 Ceremony

Josh Morrison played on the Patriot Pioneers' first varsity baseball team in 2012.

The community is invited to Patriot High School's 'FOR22' event, April 23, starting at 6 p.m., to commemorate the life of Josh Morrison, class of 2013.

Fauquier Health Announces New Chief Financial Officer & Chief Nursing Officer

Janelle Padgett, new Chief Financial Officer for Fauquier Health, and Toni Maxwell, new Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). (Right to Left)

Fauquier Health is pleased to announce Janelle Padgett has joined the organization as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) along with Toni as its new Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).

TSA Awards OmniRide Gold Standard for Its Enhanced Security Programs

(L-R) Joshua Grey, TSA Supervisory Transportation Security Inspector;
Paul Brobbey, OmniRide Field Specialist, Data Specialist; Bob Schneider, OmniRide Executive Director; Nkenge Muhammad, OmniRide Field Specialist, Security Specialist; Kwame Owusu, OmniRide Field Specialist, Maintenance Specialist; Susan Pleau, Keolis Safety Manager; Byren Lloyd, OmniRide Director of Safety and Security; Kenneth Tuitt, OmniRide Manager of Quality Assurance and Special Projects; Riley Flynn, TSA Security Specialist; Thomas Pitts, TSA Transportation Security Inspector; Ed Bedolla, OmniRide Field Specialist, Safety Specialist

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) honored OmniRide with the prestigious BASE Gold Standard Award at a ceremony on March 14.

SEASONAL

A rare total solar eclipse is coming on April 8. Here's what it means for your astrological sign

An astrologist and rideshare driver shares astrology readings with Lyft in advance of the April 8 solar eclipse.

25 of the best places to see the solar eclipse across the US

Stacker compiled a list of ideal places to view the total solar eclipse using data from the North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies.

5 of the rarest astronomical events—and when you'll next see them

Stacker consulted scientific articles and news reports to find out about five of the rarest astronomical events and when they'll next occur.

Margaret Morse Nice thought like a song sparrow and changed how scientists understand animal behavior

The Conversation looks back at a pioneering ethologist, bird-bander, and ornithologist Margaret Morse Nice, and how her work influenced scientific approaches to animal behavior for Women's History Month.

Maximize family fun: 4 ways to elevate your camping

(BPT) - Spending time together as a family in the great outdoors provides ample opportunities to create treasured memories. Out in nature, you can unwind and discover the world’s natural …

How social media transformed the way companies sell us products

Social media is now the go-to place for companies to sell products. Xactly analyzed industry reports to understand this retail transformation.

Sanctuary, self-care and sustainability top outdoor living trends

(BPT) - Over the past several years, our backyards have become much more than spaces for weekend barbecues. They’re sanctuaries where we go to decompress from our increasingly hectic lives and …

5 can't-miss motorcycle road trips

For those looking for an unforgettable adventure, Cheap Insurance takes a look at five motorcycle road trips that provide a look at history, scenery, and freedom on the road.
Curious Kids

From thousands to millions to billions to trillions to quadrillions and beyond: Do numbers ever end?

The number zero was a relatively recent and crucial addition − it allows numbers to extend in both directions forever. pixel_dreams/iStock via Getty Images Plus …

Why aren’t there solar-powered cars?

Solar cars exist. The best place to see them is the World Solar Challenge, a race that’s held every two years in Australia. Competitors have to drive about 1,870 miles (3,000 kilometers), from Darwin on the country’s north coast to Adelaide on its south coast, using only energy from the Sun. ...

How do airplanes fly? An aerospace engineer explains the physics of flight

U.S. airlines carry more than 800 million passengers per year. Lasha Kilasonia/iStock via Getty Images Plus Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If …
Food stories from around the web

6 Spring Break Feel-Good Essentials

(BPT) - Sunsweet prunes are the feel-good addition to spring break. From fueling your adventures to supporting energy levels throughout the day and helping you recover from fun, prunes are there to …

Sweet Solutions to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo

(Family Features) From fajitas and tacos to everything in between, fueling your Cinco de Mayo fiesta starts with delicious food that brings everyone to the table.

Bring Joy Back to Family Meals

(Family Features) While meals savored with loved ones are intended to produce smiles and shared moments, the process of grocery shopping, planning and cooking has become a chore for many families.
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