Skrimp Shack has opened a new location in Sudley Manor Square near Manassas.
The restaurant offers quick-service seafood, specializing in fish and shrimp meals. It is known for its “Fattest Fish Samwich” in town, as well as the Skrimp ‘n Crab Po Boy.
On Saturday, Oct. 24, as clouds gave way to a rainbow-filled sky, community members and local and state officials unveiled a long-planned statue of Jennie Dean. This statue is the centerpiece of the Manassas Industrial School and Jennie Dean Memorial Update, located at 9601 Wellington Road.
The Memorial pays tribute to Jennie Dean who, despite being born into slavery in 1848 and without the benefit of a formal education, changed the lives of countless African Americans in Manassas, Prince William County, and the region when she established the Manassas Industrial School for Colored Youth in 1893.
Stafford’s Parks, Recreation and Community Facilities wanted to create a program to make its staff more inclusive and picked up an award for its efforts.
The program, Stafford Connects, was designed to provide mentorship and job exploration for young adults with disabilities throughout Stafford County. The county’s parks department facilitated the program which recently won a Best New Program award from the Virginia Recreation and Parks Society Awards Program.
The Workhouse Arts Center is offering two different Halloween events this year.
Families can now you can celebrate Halloween with the Workhouse, Our first-ever Kiddie Trick or Treat Drive-Thru event will be held on October 30 and 31 from 3 to 6 p.m.
The Marine Corps Heritage Foundation is pleased to announce the reopening of the Medal of Honor Theater this Friday, October 16.
There will be limited showings of We, The Marines for the reopening weekend, subsequently we encourage you to visit the Foundation’s website for the full listing of showtimes.
A popular distillery in Manassas got a top nod from the Virginia Restaurant Lodging and Travel Association.
This marks the first time KO has won the award.
Pet Valu will be offering free dog washes to all customers throughout October 2020. According to their press release the specialty retailer of premium pet food, treats, toys and accessories is making this effort to express their appreciation to both new visitors and loyal customers.
Customers can visit any local Pet Valu store that has a self-serve dog wash station during the month of October to take advantage of the usual $10 service, completely free of charge. Supplies and amenities needed including shampoo, towel service, treats, professional high-velocity dryers and an elevated tub with easily accessible steps are all included in the service.
The National Museum of the Marine Corps won the Ordinary Awards Attraction of the Year for its contributions to the Virginia tourism industry.
This award was presented by the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging and Travel Association and celebrates those in the hospitality and travel industry that are extraordinary.
Sheehy Auto Stores throughout the region will collect canned goods and non-perishable food as part of the company’s annual Fall Food Drive running through October to benefit food banks serving each community.
“This year, given the on-going pandemic and effects it is having on so many families, the need to help put food on the table is much greater than in years past,” said Vince Sheehy, President and CEO of Sheehy Auto Stores. “We welcome everyone to visit us at any of our locations to join us in this annual campaign.”
Zewdu Lakew, of Lorton won $100,000 in Virginia’s Cash 5 game.
“I was happy,” Zewdu is quoted in a press release issued by the state lottery. “It feels good.”
