Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine? Did you have a flu shot, shingles shot, or another vaccine 14 days before or after?
Warning — Do Not Schedule Other Vaccines 14 Days Before or After Your COVID-19 Vaccine:
Due to safety concerns, the CDC recommends not taking multiple vaccines within 14 days.
Prince William Health District (PWHD) is unable to vaccinate individuals who have received another vaccination, such as flu or shingles, within 14 days before scheduled COVID-19 vaccination.
PWHD recommends that patients do not schedule other vaccinations within 14 days after receiving the COVID-19 vaccination.*
* Patients may receive emergency vaccinations (such as rabies and tetanus) within 14 days after COVID-19 vaccination. However, if a patient receives emergency vaccination before COVID-19 vaccination, PWHD will require the patient to wait 14 days.
PWHD COVID-19 Call Center: 703-872-7759, open 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Monday-Sunday) to assist with COVID-19 related questions and questions about vaccine waitlist registration for eligible residents. Waitlist: Http://bit.ly/PWHDwaitlist
For PWHD Updates: VDH.virginia.gov/prince-william.
CDC Vaccine Information: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | CDC.
In celebration of Black History Month and René Dickerson's current exhibit at the ARTfactory, the Prince William County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will host a free Virtual Artist Talk on Saturday, February 6, 11 a.m. to noon via Zoom.
Hear from the artist firsthand about his artwork and creative process, followed by a Q&A.
René's body of work spans more than four decades with various awards and accolades from the art world. He uses acrylic on canvas in a masterful marriage of colors that reaches each person on a unique level.
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Manuel Alberto Pardo Garcia born May 11, 1953 in Santiago, Chile. Manuel eventually made his way to the United States in the late 1970’s. He was an avid soccer fan and enjoyed watching his family, friends and played in his younger years. He worked as an Engineer for PEPCO for over 30+ years and was loved by his co-workers. Manuel was a wonderful passionate human being and enjoyed life to the fullest. He was always the first person on the dance floor and the last to leave, especially if it was Rock-n-Roll, oldies and/or cumbia. He loved business especially making money, making people laugh with his corny dad jokes or one of his many talents. He loved spending time in the great outdoors with his family. He was full of life and felt young; always saying that age was just a number and he was a kid at heart. On the 21st of January 2021, he was called home to be with God. He will be missed by so many; especially his wife, children, and his grandchildren.
Manuel is survived by Hilda Benitez, Vivian Arias, Miguel Arias, Josh Pardo, Kyle Pardo. He is predeceased by Manuel Alberto Pardo Ayala and his little brother
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Last year, through the budget process, Stafford funded $1.6 million to community partners. Additionally, the County granted nearly $500,000 in CARES Act money to community partners to sustain them during the pandemic.
"We have a very hands-on approach with our community partners. We get to know them and understand their programming and initiatives. We monitor their outcomes to ensure they are addressing community needs," said Deputy County Administrator Donna Krauss, who also oversees Stafford's Human Services office. "When the pandemic worsened, affecting incomes, mental health and other social issues, we were confident we could count on our partners."
These partners often fill the gap when citizens do not meet the County's eligibility for federally and state-mandated services. Community partners provide the needed support for Stafford’s citizens struggling to be successful. In 2020, community partners included EmpowerHouse, Habitat for Humanity, Healthy Families Rappahannock Area, S.E.R.V.E. and Stafford Junction.
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A suspect was arrested for driving under the influence and multiple felonies after wrecking his vehicle during a pursuit.
On January 25 at 12:45 a.m., Deputy F.A. Martinez initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding. Deputy Martinez activated his vehicle’s emergency equipment in the area of Garrisonville Road and the Jessica Chaney Bridge.
Upon activating the vehicle’s emergency lights, the suspect vehicle accelerated driving towards the on-ramp to I-95 north. Deputy Martinez pursued the vehicle onto I-95 where the vehicle continued to speed. As the vehicle approached exit 143, it slowed and began to maneuver towards the exit ramp. In an unsuccessful attempt to lose the deputy, the suspect suddenly veered back towards the through lanes of I-95 nearly striking the exit sign. Deputy Martinez followed the suspect back onto I-95 where the pursuit continued.
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Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington adoption services experienced a dramatic increase in the number of new families beginning pre-placement training to open their homes to children waiting to be adopted.
The organization saw 20 new families begin the program in the last six months, compared to seven during the same timeframe the previous year. The organization assisted in more than 100 adoptions overall last year, providing critical pre-placement, placement and post-placement assistance to families in crisis and potential adoptive and foster parents.
“Families are the central building block of our communities,” said Stephen Carattini, President and CEO, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Arlington. “For three-quarters of a century, Catholic Charities’ adoption services have provided critical support to families in crisis and those working to build loving forever families. We know our work supporting the selfless, loving parents who open their arms to welcome these children has a life-long impact on the children and an immeasurable impact on the broader community.”
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Prince William County’s Department of Economic Development announced a year of record achievement in 2020 with the completion of 40 projects, expected to add $2.4 billion in capital investment and 1,531 new jobs to the county.
With 29 new business attractions, eight expansions of existing businesses, and three business retentions, 99% of the new jobs will be in a range of industry sectors targeted by the county, including life sciences and biotechnology, IT, data centers, advanced manufacturing, federal contracting and distribution.
In rapid response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the department shifted focus to economic stabilization and recovery while simultaneously executing its planned work program.
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A new traffic pattern is scheduled to go into effect on Monday, Feb. 1, on Route 17 Business in Stafford County at Route 1580 (Olde Forge Drive) and Route 1034 (Short Street), which is immediately east of the Exit 133 interchange of Interstate 95.
On Thursday, Jan. 28, a new traffic signal will be activated at the intersection of Route 17 and Olde Forge Drive. The new traffic signal was funded and installed under permit as part of private development.
To allow motorists time to adjust to the presence of the new traffic signal at Olde Forge Drive, the signal will begin by flashing through Monday, Feb. 1.
