It is with a heavy heart that we inform you of the transition of our dear Sister Carmen Cole. Our beloved Sister Carmen entered the presence of the Lord this past Sunday February 9th. How fitting it was for her to go home on a Sunday morning.
Her demeanor and quiet spirit was a symbol of strength and endurance.
Theodore “Ted” Geary, beloved Husband, Father and PapPap died peacefully at home after a long battle with cancer on February 8, 2014. He is survived by his beautiful wife of 54 years Isabella(Liz); his loving children Tricia Geary, Connie & Charlie Mills, Ted Jr. & Michelle Geary; six grandsons who were his pride and joy – Daniel, Theodore “Ross”, Braden and Nathan Mills and Kyle and Theodore “Connor” Geary; his 2 brothers and 3 sisters and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son Thomas and parents John & Pearl Geary.
He was born in Salt Lick Township, PA on July 3, 1937 and relocated to Virginia in the early 1960s. He worked for several years as a Barber and then became a very successful Kitchen Designer for St. Clair Appliance Distributors for 34 years. Outside of work his favorite thing to do was spend time w/ his family, camping and fishing, followed closely by golf and keeping his truck shiny. Loved by many for his good nature and hearty laugh he will be missed.
Editors note: This story was submitted by the Prince William County Government.
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors recently approved an agreement with LEEP Holdings, LLC, of Vienna to begin a project to convert solid waste to reusable products at the Prince William County Landfill. LEEP was among three companies that submitted proposals to the County for this project. The first phase of the project is a final planning and engineering period for LEEP, to prove to the County that the project will work.
Stafford resident and author Brett Lane was awarded first place in “The Novelist Writing Contest” for his e-book, “The Cain Children.”
Lane, who has been living in Stafford for five years, has worked as a law enforcement agent across the Northern Virginia area which helped to inspire his work.
Stafford residents should brace themselves for more winter weather, as overnight snow showers and freezing are projected for tonight.
To prepare for dangerous road conditions, VDOT has begun sending out units to apply chemicals, salt and clear off roads as the weather begins.
Do you believe in ghosts?
It’s no secret that the tiny Town of Occoquan and the Town of Dumfries, both in Prince William County, have their fair share of ghost stories. And, why wouldn’t they, as both towns have history that dates back to the years 1765 and 1620, respectively. Ghosts are said to haunt Occuquan’s Rockledge Mansion and a spirit often spooks visitors at Dumfries’ Weems-Botts Museum.
To help maintain air quality for Stafford residents, a 4 p.m. Burn Law has been enacted to regulate open burning in the county.
Open burning on residential property includes the burning of wood, brush, grass and leaves. All burning of garbage and waste is prohibited throughout the county.
Mom on the Run: The Next Chapter
The tickle starts low, and way in the back of my throat. I try to ignore it. I swallow, once, twice, hoping to soothe it, sweep it away. I clear my throat, gently, carefully. But the tickle grows, deepens, intensifies, and bang! The cough erupts like a volcano.
A fight broke out at Potomac Mills mall just before 7 p.m. Saturday.
Initial reports of gunshots fired during the disturbance were unfounded, as police report this morning they are only investigating an assault that took place at the popular shopping center.
This past Tuesday, I had the distinct honor to introduce eight former students of mine at the County Board of Supervisors. These students are all currently seniors and attend Gar-Field, Woodbridge, and Potomac High Schools. These six students are planning on attending college after graduation, but most importantly, all of these seniors have felt the direct impact of our county’s unwillingness to provide “world-class” funding to our public schools.
As a former teacher, I had the responsibility to educate my students, while also assisting in their personal growth and development. Because of this, I could never forget the students’ voices; they ring out loud and clear every day. Unfortunately, many of our elected officials have failed to realize how important it is to hear from students on key issues facing our school district.
