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Author: Potomac Local News
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This week marks the 230th anniversary of America’s independence from Great Britain. Really? I can picture readers scurrying to consult some long-forgotten history text or the internet to find proof that I am wrong in making this assertion. Surely, I must be mistaken.
Most sources will cite July 4, 1776 as the actual date of our independence. After all, that was when it was declared, a little over 235 years ago. But, it is one thing for a nation to declare its independence and quite another for it to actually achieve it. Five long and brutal years of war would plague our new nation from that July day in 1776 until it could truly declare itself to be sovereign and independent.
Stafford, Va. — A month after a landslide swallowed their backyard and Stafford County officials condemned their homes, the O’Leary and Barnes’ families were told today that the County Board of Supervisors has approved releasing $62,000 from a developer security bond to be used to support site stabilization, remediation and repair efforts. The Board voted to approve this measure in a closed-door meetings and following legal counsel between all parties.
“We feel the County is really trying to help us,” stated Dan O’Leary, one of the homeowners. “We are thankful that this bond money can be used to help offset the costs of stabilizing our homes and to help us work towards restoration.”
The pantry announced earlier this week that, for the first time since the onset of the national recession, they would be forced to close until Nov. 1. The closure means that more than 2,000 area residents who depend on the ACTS pantry will go without.
Quinn’s Goldsmith in Occoquan and Woodbridge is offering an Ultrasonic Ring Cleaning free when you come in and drop off a donation of food.
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Parking, attendance, food and drink will be free for Connections 2011. Attendees will also be eligible for a $500 cash prize drawing, door prizes, and giveaways.
Kristina Schnack Kotlus
Several of Virginia’s legislators including both United States Senators and local congressmen, addressed a letter to President Obama encouraging him to approve Governor Bob McDonnell’s request for disaster funds following Tropical Storm Lee. The funds would be designated for Fairfax and Prince William Counties. Congressman Gerry Connolly, who represents portions of both counties, initiated the letter.
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What Would You Do…For a Quality Education
Recently, an Ohio mother was granted clemency for her crimes.
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As if wandering through the woods at night wasn’t enough of a fright for you, the Friends of Leesylvania will do you one better.
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Kristina Schnack Kotlus- [email protected]
“I definitely wasn’t expecting the outpouring of community support”, shared Rebekah McGee, program director for emergency assistance at ACTS. “To see the community just come together, it’s been tremendous.”
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Donations may be taken to the food pantry on Monday, and Wednesday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Donations on Tuesday are accepted from 12:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Both refrigerated, shelf-stable, and personal hygiene items are accepted.