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Craddock Joins MTCI Board of Advisors

Published December 3, 2014 at 3:20PM

Craddock

Management and Training Consultants, Inc. (MTCI) is pleased to announce that Gen. (ret.) Bantz J. (John) Craddock is the newest member of its Board of Advisors. Gen. (ret.) Bantz J. (John) Craddock currently serves as Engility Corporation’s Global Strategic Advisor.

The General’s unparalleled knowledge, marked by decades of service to our country, will benefitMTCI’s Board immensely. His experience serving as a distinguished leader in both the corporate and military arenas particularly offers MTCI insights into strategic revenue growth.

Gen. Craddock previously served as Senior Vice President for Strategic Relations of Engility Corporation, where he led a team focused on developing and maintaining relationships with strategic customers.

Wall Elected Chairman of Flory Center Board

By Manassas Local

Published November 25, 2014 at 3:50PM

Marion Wall Welcomes John Gregory to the Board of Directors for the Flory Center.

The Flory Small Business Center has elected a new Board Chairman to lead the organization.

The following is a press release from the Flory Center:

Entrepreneurs Swap Ideas on Success, a Better Prince William

By Potomac Local News

Published November 17, 2014 at 8:42PM

Dr. John Kim, of Northern Virginia Orthopaedic Specialist, said giving back to the community is one of the best things an entrepreneur can do.

A panel of business owners Monday shared insights into the characteristics of what makes a good entrepreneur.

The Bone Brings High-Quality Barbecue to Historic Downtown Manassas

By Press Release

Published November 13, 2014 at 2:06PM

The ribbon was sliced on Monday, November 3rd celebrating one of Historic Downtown Manassas’s newest foodie hot spots, The Bone.

More from a press release about the opening:

Bella Cafe Opens Earlier, Greets Morning Commuters

By Stephanie Tipple

Published November 12, 2014 at 1:24PM | Updated November 12, 2014 at 6:03PM

Bella Cafe in North Stafford, Virginia.

There’s coffee competition in Stafford’s Boswell’s Corner. It’s one of the last places in the world you would think there would be competition between coffee shops.

El Taco Owners Looking to Cash Out

By Stephanie Tipple

Published November 11, 2014 at 9:14PM | Updated November 12, 2014 at 11:26AM

El Taco Mexican Restaurant off of Route 28 in Manassas may soon be under new ownership and management.

The restaurant was listed for sale last week on Craigslist.

Stafford Airport Runway Extension Means More Planes

By Stephanie Tipple

Published November 10, 2014 at 10:50AM

An aerial view of an extended runway at the Manassas Regional Airport. [Submitted photo]

The Stafford Regional Airport wants to extend its runway at an estimated cost of $8 to $12 million.

The project would bring more air traffic to the airport from the north, and opponents worry it would bring more airplane noise to surrounding neighborhoods.

George Mason Green Job Networking Fair

By Amber Champ

Published November 9, 2014 at 10:26AM

The public, alumni and students are welcome to attend George Mason University’s second annual Green Job Networking Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Nov. 10 in the Johnson Center’s Dewberry Hall on George Mason’s Fairfax campus.

Mason’s Office of Sustainability and University Career Services are teaming up to host major employers including the Environmental Protection Agency, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and environmentally friendly businesses and nonprofits.

Davis Ford Shopping Center Gets a Face Lift

By Potomac Local News

Published November 7, 2014 at 3:58PM | Updated November 8, 2014 at 8:15PM

Davis Ford Shopping Center in Manassas, Virginia.

When it opened, Davis Ford Road carried shoppers to the shopping plaza of its namesake.

Today, Davis Ford Road no longer runs past the center. It’s now Prince William Parkway. Now, the center sees its first major renovations since the original construction in 1989.

Hometowne Auto Celebrates 1 Year in Business

By Potomac Local News

Published November 6, 2014 at 9:11AM

Hometowne Auto Repair and Tire in Woodbridge, Virginia celebrated one year in business with a ribbon cutting event.

Hometowne Auto Repair and Tire celebrated one year in business.

Hometowne Auto at 15698 Jefferson Davis Highway in Woodbridge held a ribbon cutting celebration to mark the event. Several members of the community, including business owners, members of the Prince William Chamber of Commerce, and elected officials from Prince William County attended the event.