LAKE RIDGE — Chris Purdam pulled a manila envelope out of the steel canister where it had been sealed for the past 34 years.

Inside, a hand-written essay he had penned back in 1985. He was 13 at the time, writing for a school assignment to write about what he thought Prince William County would look like in 30 years.


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Amy Ashworth, an attorney in Nokesville, wants to bring her prosecutor experience to the office of Commonwealth’s Attorney. She is bringing awareness to fair handling of juvenile crimes, domestic violence focus, and discrimination in the justice system.

Name: Amy Ashworth


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Richard “Duke” S. White Sr., 86, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2019 at his home in Linden with his wife Brenda at his side.

Duke was born on April 8, 1933 in Washington D.C. to the late Samuel and Gertrude Johnson White. He was also preceded in death by his brother, William White and sister, Mary Triplett; nephews, David Triplett and Paul Triplett.


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STAFFORD — (Press Release) During Preservation Month, Stafford’s Historical Commission recognizes the men and women who research and preserve the county’s history. The group for this year was to be honored at the May 21 Board of Supervisors meeting, following a special reception at 6 p.m. in Conference Room ABC of the George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford (22554).

“Our lives in Stafford County are so much richer because individuals take upon the mission of telling our story,” said Anita Dodd, Chairman of the Stafford County Historical Commission. “It’s important to take the time to highlight their accomplishments on our behalf. We are supremely grateful.”


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QUANTICO — (Press release) As it has done for nearly 40 years, the Potomac Region Veterans Council (PRVC), in partnership with Quantico National Cemetery and Marine Corps Base Quantico, will host the annual PRVC Memorial Day Ceremony at Quantico National Cemetery at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 27, 2019.

Moderator for the event will be retired Air Force Colonel Richard L. Anderson, chairman of the Potomac Region Veterans Council and a former Delegate representing the 51st House District in the Virginia General Assembly.


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