At Dixie Bones BBQ, there’s more than just mouthwatering ribs and savory brisket simmering behind the scenes. Nestled within the heart of our kitchen is one of our best-kept secrets: Melanie.
For nearly two decades, Melanie’s family has been an integral part of the Dixie Bones family. Her mother, Claudia, has gracefully managed our front-of-the-house operations since 2005, while her father, Elpidio, helps at catering events, ensuring every gathering is a memorable one.
Manassas business leaders gathered for the city’s annual appreciation breakfast on May 9, 2024.
The event was held at the Salisbury Event Center, 8890 Mathis Avenue.
The upcoming location will feature six indoor courts, along with amenities such as a ball machine, a cutting-edge court reservation system, private event accommodations, and a pro shop. Situated at 8300 Sudley Road in Manassas, the mall will soon house this exciting addition.
Expanding beyond Manassas, Dill Dinkers of Northern Virginia is in the process of establishing its first club in Falls Church. The launch timeline hinges on securing an appropriate venue, with a preference for spaces spanning 15,000 square feet to accommodate six to 12 courts. The fledgling firm is also considering abandoned warehouses, malls, and other mixed-use development spaces, from Fairfax to Fredericksburg.
The collapse, which occurred on March 26, 2024, has had a far-reaching impact on commerce and transport across the region, necessitating these federal measures. Eligible areas extend beyond Maryland and include certain counties in Delaware, the District of Columbia, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.
The SBA is offering up to $2 million in loans to businesses and non-profit organizations. Interest rates for businesses and small agricultural cooperatives are set at 4.000% and 3.250% for non-profit organizations. The loan terms may extend up to 30 years, depending on the borrower’s financial condition. Applications are open until December 30, 2024.
Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA 1), Vice Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, visited RapidFlight, a Manassas-based designer and mass manufacturer of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for the global defense industry, last week.
RapidFlight briefed Congressman Wittman on its capacity to disrupt the industry with cost-effective, mission-customizable drones that offer five times the range and endurance at a fraction of the cost of traditional small UAV systems. The company’s approach, AgileAviation, boasts over 20 customizable UAV designs and a proprietary software-hardware stack aimed at ensuring U.S. competitiveness against overseas production, particularly from countries like China.
The Prince William County Planning Commission will hear plans for a new Starbucks in the Princeton Woods neighborhood of Woodbridge. The proposed location for the Starbucks is at 17050 Richmond Highway, just south of the intersection with Pine Bluff Road.
This new development, covering about an acre, will include a drive-through facility as part of the restaurant. The company is applying for a special use permit to allow that drive-through lane.
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors will discuss the enhancement and expansion of specialty courts at the Safe and Secure Communities briefing scheduled for Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at 2 p.m.
