LOCAL NEWS
Amandeep Singh

UPDATE: Police Arrest Manassas Man for Double Homicide of Married Couple

A Manassas man was charged with a double homicide of tenants, following an act of violence against two different individuals, both relatives, living in the home.  
Oct 11th fire at Chardonnay Place in Linton Crest, Bristow.

Bristow House Fire Displaces 5 People

 Prince William Fire & Rescue units were dispatched to the 13700 block of Chardonnay Place, in the Linton Crest area of Bristow for several reports of a house fire, Oct. 11 at 1:55 p.m.
Landon von Darnell

UPDATE: Missing 21-Year-Old Bristow Man Found Deceased

Landon Von Darnell, who was reported as missing and endangered yesterday afternoon, was located deceased earlier today, October 2, in the Sperryville area.
LIFESTYLES!

The Making of a Rock Star

Menacker, 16, of Bristow, recounts the journey that led her to attend Grammy Camp in July.

Adelle Settle is Settling School Meal Debt

If your child’s lunch card has ever gone in the red and they were still able to buy a hot lunch, you can thank Adelle Settle, a Gainesville mom, attorney and activist. Settle is helping K-12 students across the nation eat a hot school meal without being singled out.

Back to School = Back to Basics  

Models are children of Boxes of Basics supporters.

Haymarket mom Sarah Tyndall’s act of kindness in 2017– helping a woman who needed clothes for her kids – changed the trajectory of her life as well.

Community Info

These Hot Halloween Decor Trends Will Make Your House the Thrill of the Neighborhood

(BPT) - Halloween is just around the corner. Why not do it up big this year? From 12-foot animatronic scarecrows and other oversized inflatables to Halloween-inspired planters filled with the colors …

Talya Conroy Promoted to CEO of ARTfactory

Talya Conroy

ARTfactory has announced the promotion of Talya R. Conroy to the position of Chief Executive Officer. Mirroring her previous role as Executive Director, Conroy will be responsible …

COMMUNITY

Silver Eagle Stable Hosts Bristoe Station Community Horseback Riding Event

Bristoe Station residents waves at his children as he rides past on a horse at Silver Eagle Stable of Nokesville.

Silver Eagle Stable hosts a community event for residents of Bristoe Station in the City of Manassas.

Patriot Culinary Students Win 5 Top-Tier Awards in Epcot Cooking Competition

Patriot Culinary students are excited to have won five awards at the Epcot's

They say too many cooks can spoil the soup; however, in the case of Patriot High School’s Culinary Program, 31 students from three local high schools: Patriot, Brentsville and Battlefield, …

EDUCATION/BUSINESS
Megan Barefoot, Director of The Learning Experience in Bristow, is a welcoming face at the school along with TLE's playful characters, like Bubbles the Elephant.

The Learning Experience Opens Early Childhood Academy in Bristow

When The Learning Experience: Academy of Early Education offered Megan Barefoot the position of site director at their new Bristow center, she jumped at the opportunity. Barefoot is an early …

Significant News

UPDATE: Police Arrest Manassas Man Suspected of Kidnapping Local Teenager

A teenager was abducted in the City of Manassas Friday morning, but was able to escape the suspect's vehicle.
Mamta Kafle Bhatt.

Naresh Bhatt denied bond due to 'overwhelming,' 'horrific' testimony

Naresh Bhatt was denied bond Friday in Prince William County Circuit Court after prosecutors revealed incriminating new evidence and an updated timeline in the disappearance of Mamta Kafle Bhatt.

Police Arrest Suspect in Cold Case of Missing Nokesville Man Shane Ryan Donahue

Prince William County Police have charged the man who left Shane Ryan Donahue's parents' home with him before the family reported their son missing.
VIRGINIA STATE NEWS

Virginia Department of Education Issues Draft Guidance for Cell Phone-Free Education

The draft guidance defines cell phone-free education in Virginia’s schools as “bell-to-bell", meaning phones should be turned off and stored away from the first bell at the start of the school day to begin instructional time until the dismissal bell rings at the end of the academic school day. “Bell-to-bell” includes lunch and time in between class periods. 

Va Police Hope to See Traffic Fatalities Decrease

VIRGINIA STATE POLICE HOPING TO SEE TRAFFIC FATALITIES FALL AS SUMMER SEASON COMES TO A CLOSE Increased Enforcement Planned for Labor Day Weekend     RICHMOND – …

Gov. Glenn Youngkin Issues Executive Order Establishing Cell Phone-Free Education in Va K-12 Public Schools

Executive Order 33 directs the Virginia Department of Education [VDOE] to draft guidance for public school divisions to adopt local policies and procedures establishing cell phone-free education.  

Gen Z men are the biggest beauty market no one's talking about

Gen Z men may be the most underrepresented demographic in the beauty business, particularly when it comes to hair care, a new Hims survey reveals.

Kids & Family

What you should know about mast cell diseases

(BPT) - Do you often get a skin rash after you are exposed to an allergen or irritant? Do you also develop breathing problems and stomach issues? Bone or muscle pain? You may want to learn about mast …

Fall into Seafood During National Seafood Month with 3 Easy Recipes

(BPT) - October is here, which means fall is in full swing. It’s a time of year when you can enjoy vibrant fall colors, football season and cooler weather that begs for cozy meals at home and …

23 Halloween candies ranked from healthiest to unhealthiest

Hers ranked 23 of the most popular Halloween candies in the U.S. based on the pounds sold in each state and their nutrition content.

New Medicare Program Makes Prescription Costs Easier to Handle

(BPT) - This year’s Medicare Annual Enrollment brings a major change for prescription drug users: a new payment program for older adults and those with disabilities to spread out their costs …

Help protect your home, your family and your moments

(BPT) - Life is a collection of moments worth protecting. When it’s time to upgrade to the latest fire safety technology, learn more at firstalert.com.

How ‘Dune’ became a beacon for the fledgling environmental movement − and a rallying cry for the new science of ecology
“Dune,” widely considered one of the best sci-fi novels of all time, continues to influence how writers, artists and inventors envision the future. Of course, there are Denis Villeneuve’s visually stunning films, “Dune: Part One” (2021) and “Dune: Part Two” (2024). …
W.E.B. Du Bois’ study ‘The Philadelphia Negro’ at 125 still explains roots of the urban Black experience – sociologist Elijah Anderson tells why it should be on more reading lists
W.E.B. Du Bois is widely known for his civil rights activism, but many sociologists argue that he has yet to receive due recognition as the founding father of American sociology. His groundbreaking study, “The Philadelphia Negro: A Social Study,” …
Betty Smith enchanted a generation of readers with ‘A Tree Grows in Brooklyn’ − even as she groused that she hoped Williamsburg would be flattened
Eighty years ago, in the winter and spring of 1944, Brooklyn-born author Betty Smith was entering a new chapter of life. A year earlier, she was an unknown writer, negotiating with her publisher about manuscript edits and the date of publication for her first book, “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn,” …
Anheuser-Busch Celebrates American Growers on National Farmer’s Day
(NAPSI)—Behind every sip of Anheuser-Busch’s industry-leading beers is a farmer who worked hard to grow the high-quality rice, barley, corn, or hops inside that beer. This National Farmer’s …
The top breakfast restaurant chains in America
Stacker gathered YouGov Ratings (current as of the second quarter 2024) to rank the top 20 breakfast restaurant chains in America.
Have a Boo-tiful Halloween with Chilean Citrus
(NewsUSA) - Have you ever thought about how you can buy most fresh fruits year-round?  Think hemispheres: The U.S. is located in the Northern Hemisphere, so when certain fruits are out of season …

Add a splash of color to your fall garden with budget-friendly impatiens

(BPT) - As the leaves change color in the crisp autumn air, let the season inspire you to add vibrant hues to your garden. Creating a colorful fall garden is easy and budget-friendly with impatiens. …

Athletes of all ages benefit from playing sports on natural turfgrass fields

(BPT) - Natural green spaces provide a vital space for recreation, relaxation and social interaction, according to the National Association of Landscape Professionals. In urban cities especially, …