Prince William

Prince William County real estate taxes for the first half of 2021 are due on July 15, 2021.

There are several convenient ways property owners may make payments, including by electronic check or credit card online at tax.pwcgov.org; by phone at 1-888-272-9829, jurisdiction code 1036; or by mail to PO BOX 1600, Merrifield, VA 22116. Payments must be postmarked by July 15, to avoid a late fee.


News

On Friday, July 16, members of the Virginia State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force served a search warrant in the 8600 block of Devonshire Court, a home daycare facility.

Through its investigation, the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force arrested Filomon Ventura Fernandez, who is charged with reproduction, distribution, solicitation, and facilitation of child sexual abuse material.


News

Yesli Vega made history when she was the first Latina to be elected to the Prince William Board of County Supervisors in 2019.

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Event

Join the New Dominion Choraliers put on a concert to honor the 250th Anniversary of the USA! The music in this choral concert captures the heart and soul of the American spirit through patriotic tunes and songs from the heartland. Joining the chorus are dancers from Dance Etc. School of the Arts and accompaniment from the talented members of Legacy Brass.

This family friendly and FREE event is perfect for young and old. Kids, parents, and grandparents will be familiar with many of the songs in this inspirational program. There are two opportunities to attend: Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 pm or Sunday, May 3 at 3:30 p.m.


Obituaries

Joan Warthen Hall Herndon, 81, of Nokesville, VA, passed away on July 15, 2021.

Joan Herndon was born in Occoquan, Virginia to Warthen and Barbara (Selecman) Hall, December 8, 1939.  She attended Occoquan Elementary and Gar-Field High School.  She married Stanley R. Herndon on April 16, 1956 in Chesterfield, South Carolina.  She served on the Occoquan Town Council from 1978-1982 and was instrumental in launching the first Occoquan ‘craft shows’. She later worked as travel agent for Carlson Wagonlit Travel for 20 years.  Joan was involved in the Occoquan Historical Society and was an active member of the Gar-Field High School Reunion group for the graduating classes 1954-1957.


Originals

Manassas is moving ahead with an expansion of this city museum that will not include the addition of a new public library.

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Obituaries

Mrs. Ellen Liming 90, of Triangle VA,  passed away on July 13, 2021. Ellen loved square dancing, arts & crafts, pottery, & pets. In her spare time, she would volunteer with ACTS. Described by her family she was the most caring and giving person you could meet. She will be deeply missed by those she […]


Obituaries

Family and friends are invited to a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. on July 24, 2021, at Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home, 13318 Occoquan Road, Woodbridge, Virginia 22191, and to her interment (along with her husband, Tony, a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War), at 2:00 p.m. on July 27, 2021, at Quantico National Cemetery in Triangle, Virginia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to DC Area Weimaraner Rescue, https://www.shopdcweim.com/