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Prince William County’s 53rd Police Basic Recruit School graduation

Published June 22, 2023 at 9:12AM

Prince William Police Department: “The Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement 53rd Session graduated on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, in a ceremony at Gainesville High School in Gainesville (20155). This class was composed of 14 Prince William County Police officers.”

“The 14 men and women completed a 24-week course of training in all aspects of police work, including classes in firearms, use-of-force decision making, driver training, legal training, patrol techniques, criminal investigation and crash investigation.”

Pride Month Celebration at Open Space Arts on June 23

By Madina Habib

Published June 22, 2023 at 8:55AM

A look inside the Open Space art gallery at Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center. [Photo: Prince William Arts Council]

The Arts Council will celebrate Pride Month with a reception featuring a drag show exhibit.

Prince William Arts Council: “Prince William Arts Council and Open Space Arts is celebrating Pride Month with its “Pride at OSA” Opening Gala/Reception…Open Space Arts Gallery, Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center, 15000 Potomac Town Place, Woodbridge.”

Workhouse Arts Center fireworks display July 1

By Amelia Breeden

Published June 21, 2023 at 10:22AM

Workhouse Arts Center: “The Workhouse Arts Center will present a pre-Independence fireworks event Saturday, July 1 from 6-10 p.m. on its Lorton 55-acre campus.”

The campus can be found at 9518 Workhouse Way, Lorton.

Funeral procession honors My Plumber Plus founder R. Wendell Presgrave

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 20, 2023 at 12:33PM | Updated June 21, 2023 at 10:39AM

Presgrave

R. Wendell Presgrave, the founder of MyPlumber Plus, was honored with a funeral procession from the company’s headquarters at 6897 Gateway Court, off Balls Ford near Manassas, to a memorial service in Haymarket, on Friday, June 16, 2023.

Presgrave, 83, died on May 23, 2023.

Occoquan Mill House Museum reopens six days a week

By Amelia Breeden

Published June 20, 2023 at 11:55AM

Town of Occoquan Mayor’s E-Newsletter: “June is membership renewal month for the Occoquan Historical Society (OHS), and we are hoping that you will take a moment to show your interest in Occoquan’s history by joining or renewing your membership in the Society for $20.”

Stolen historical records returned to Prince William County Courthouse

By Amelia Breeden

Published June 19, 2023 at 9:47AM | Updated June 19, 2023 at 10:13AM

Prince William County Circuit Court Clerk press release: “Two of Prince William County’s earliest records were returned to the Clerk of the Circuit Court, Jacqueline Smith, after nearly 300 years.”

“Both documents were taken from the courthouse during the Civil War and returned to Virginia during the mid-20th century.”

‘Just Axe-N’ axe-throwing venue celebrates grand opening

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 15, 2023 at 3:40PM

Just Axe-N, a dynamic and cutting-edge axe throwing venue, celebrated its grand opening and official ribbon cutting in Stafford, Virginia, at their new venue on Friday, June 9.

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First 100 customers at new Wawa get t-shirts

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 13, 2023 at 9:50PM

A Wawa gas station

Wawa, Inc., today announced the grand opening of its newest store located at 9235 Courthouse Road, Spotsylvania, VA 22553 on June 15th.

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Kizielewicz named Workhouse Interim President and CEO

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 12, 2023 at 4:59PM

Kizielewicz

Workhouse Arts Center: “The Workhouse Arts Foundation, Inc. (WAF), which operates the Workhouse Arts Center, announced today that it has named Rachel Kizielewicz as its new Interim President and Chief Executive Officer. Kizielewicz, an experienced executive, artist, and strong supporter of the Workhouse, officially began her role on Monday, June 5th.”

“Rachel Kizielewicz comes to the Workhouse as an artist, with 20 years of experience in philanthropy and the nonprofit sector. Rachel first joined the Workhouse as a member of the Board of Directors. She steps into the role of Interim President and CEO with a love for the organization and a deep commitment to its future. Believing in the Workhouse’s ability to be a thriving, vibrant arts center, Rachel understands the important roles that each group of stakeholders plays in the Workhouse Arts Center’s success.”

FredNats to host MLB Home Run Derby X

By Uriah Kiser

Published June 12, 2023 at 2:40PM

Fredericksburg Nationals: “Major League Baseball (MLB) today announced plans to host MLB Home Run Derby X events in two Minor League Baseball stadiums in August, marking the first two activations to take place in the United States since MLB introduced Home Run Derby X last year in London, Mexico City and Seoul.”

“2009 American League All-Star and 2010 World Series Champion Nick Swisher and 2013 World Series Champion and 13-year MLB veteran Jonny Gomes will participate in the Hartford event. Gomes will be joined by a yet-to-be-named MLB legend for the event in Fredericksburg.”