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4th Annual IWALK for ACTS Set to Help Families in Need

Published August 11, 2014 at 12:32PM | Updated August 12, 2014 at 11:42AM

ACTS of Prince William and Image Church are partnering with the Potomac Nationals to host the 4th Annual IWALK for ACTS on Saturday, October 18 at Pfitzner Stadium (7 County Complex Ct, Woodbridge). Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the 5K walk starts at 10 a.m. Registration is $20/individual or $50/family. Proceeds benefit ACTS of Prince William County. To register for IWALK, visit www.iwalkforacts.com or e-mail [email protected] for more information.

Following the walk, the community can enjoy a free family festival from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Contreras to Serve 60 Months in Prison for Child Sex Trafficking

By Potomac Local News

Published August 11, 2014 at 11:46AM

Victor Manuel Contreras, 29, of Manassas was sentenced to serve 60 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for obstructing and interfering with the enforcement of federal child sex trafficking laws.

U.S. Attorney Dana J. Boente of the Eastern District of Virginia, Assistant Attorney General Leslie R. Caldwell of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division, and Special Agent in Charge Clark E. Settle of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) made the announcement. The sentence was imposed by U.S. District Judge Leonie M. Brinkema of the Eastern District of Virginia.

Smaltz: Tax-Free Back-to-School Shopping While Camping a Win

By Potomac Local News

Published August 11, 2014 at 10:38AM

For the first time, I was in the state of Virginia on Tax-Free Back to School weekend and made use of the time to save. True, we went into Wal-Mart with lesser ambitions, but what Mom can walk past an aisle of school supplies advertised at 50 percent off and buy one get one free? It didn’t matter to me that we were in Williamsburg or staying at a campground or that we’d come in for batteries and a bag of ice. I came, I saw, I shopped.

“You don’t have their lists,” my husband said in an attempt to get in and out of the mega store without buying reams of loose leaf paper. “Who says I don’t?” I retorted, going to the school link on my iPhone. He shook his head in defeat and wandered off into automotive.

Students Going Back to School with Tablet Computers

By Potomac Local News

Published August 11, 2014 at 10:33AM

(Photo: Prince William County Public Schools)

This school year ninth and tenth grade students attending Stonewall Jackson, Gar-field and Freedom high schools in Prince William County will be receiving tablets for educational use.

A.J. Phillips, Supervisor of Instructional Technology for Prince William County Schools, believes the tablets will be “a real benefit for the students.”

O.P. Quarterback Corey Walker says Hylton is ‘Biggest Competition’

By Potomac Local News

Published August 11, 2014 at 9:13AM

MANASSAS, Va. — The summer sizzle is quickly coming to an end, for many student athletes, the school year has already begun.

A variety of fall sports teams have started practices, conditioning training and weight room sessions. Football players are no different, as many have already started performing the most exciting, yet grueling ritual during known to take place during off-season, “two-a-days.”

Clinic Hosting Series of Free Events During National Health Center Week

By Press Release

Published August 11, 2014 at 9:00AM | Updated August 11, 2014 at 9:19AM

WOODBRIDGE, Va. — The Greater Prince William Community Health Center together with our community partners will conduct the 6th Annual National Health Center Week Celebration on August 12-14, 8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. each day.

The Health Center and its partners will provide free health tests, screenings, education, free car seats, free lunch, and free children’s entertainment during the three-day celebration.

Today is Half-Price Day at the Fair

By Potomac Local News

Published August 11, 2014 at 8:39AM

All those who go to the fair today will be charged half-price admission at the gate. In addition to saving on your ticket fee, there are several other events happening at today’s fair to include:

Monday August 11th 2014 PWC Fair Schedule

Vertical Rock Indoor Climbing Center Transforms Fitness

By Potomac Local News

Published August 11, 2014 at 8:26AM

MANASSAS, Va. — For nearly three years, Vertical Rock Indoor Climbing Center has brought climbing to the forefront of fitness.

Those who are searching to add to their fitness routine or begin a whole new activity, Vertical Rock Indoor Climbing Center features a full climbing gym suitable for all levels of experience and families.The center, owned by Ian and Lindsey Colton, is much more advanced than what you would find at an amusement park or local mall.

Stafford Locals say Brewing is an Everyday Adventure

By Uriah Kiser

Published August 10, 2014 at 9:34PM | Updated August 11, 2014 at 4:31PM

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STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. — At 150 degrees, the enzymes inside begin to break down and sugars start to separate from the grains. What remains is poured into a boil kettle where the batch begins to boil at 210 degrees. Hops are added for flavor and then removed.

Arrests Made in Robbery Retaliation Case

By Amber Champ

Published August 10, 2014 at 9:29AM

DALE CITY, Va. – On August 7, police arrested two male suspects, one of whom was struck with the handgun the night before, for waving a firearm at a man tied to the incident. During the investigation, police arrested him too and another male accomplice for striking the suspect with the handgun and stealing the firearm from previous night.

Here’s the latest from Prince William police: