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Mark Your Calendar: Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is April 24

Published April 2, 2021 at 4:10PM | Updated April 3, 2021 at 8:56AM

A drug take-back event [2016 file photo]

On Saturday, April 24, 2021 – from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – the Prince William County Police Department and the Manassas City Police Department will join with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and community groups to provide you with a safe and legal way to dispose of unused or expired prescription medications. Simply bring them to the collection sites at Novant Health UVA Health System Prince William Medical Center, Novant Health UVA Health System Haymarket Medical Center, or Sentara Lake Ridge.

This nationwide prescription drug “Take-Back” initiative seeks to prevent pill abuse and theft. Did you know? (Source: DEA) Unused or expired prescription medications are a public-safety issue, leading to accidental poisoning, overdose and abuse. Pharmaceutical drugs are just as dangerous as street drugs when taken without a prescription or a doctor’s supervision.

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Final beams to be hoisted into place at Chatham Bridge

By Potomac Local News

Published April 2, 2021 at 3:49PM | Updated April 3, 2021 at 8:56AM

A view of the Chatham Bridge reconstruction project in January 2021. [Photo: VDOT]

Construction crews are preparing to place the final new bridge beams in April for an improved Chatham Bridge over the Rappahannock River between Stafford County and Fredericksburg, and river traffic will be briefly stopped on weekdays for public safety when beams are lifted over the water.

River traffic may encounter brief, intermittent stops between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. starting the week of Monday, April 5 – Friday, April 9, and on weekdays for the remainder of April.

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Carol Hutchison

By Press Release

Published April 1, 2021 at 11:20PM

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Free Concert! “A Celebration of Freedom”

May 2, 2026 7:30 pm -9:30 pm

First United Presbyterian Church of Dale City

14391 Minnieville Rd

Dale City, Virginia 22193

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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.

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Margaret Bryant

By Press Release

Published April 1, 2021 at 11:20PM

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Nearly 200 heroes honored in Prince William Chamber Valor Awards

By Press Release

Published April 1, 2021 at 5:46PM | Updated April 1, 2021 at 6:26PM

The Prince William Chamber of Commerce hosted its 35th Annual and 2nd time Virtual Valor Awards. This event recognizes the heroism and bravery of the men and women in uniform. The Prince William Chamber of Commerce recognized 187 first responders in this virtual event. This virtual production can still be viewed on the Prince William Chamber of Commerce Facebook or YouTube Pages.

The stories of the events that unfolded leading to their nominations were read by Jummy Olabanji, co-anchor of News4 Today. Award Recipients also received Commemorative Booklets and Plaques to recognize their service. All services for developing this event including the creation of booklets, plaques, and the production itself were done by Chamber Members and its membership.

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Name change coming for Stonewall Jackson Volunteer Fire Department

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 1, 2021 at 5:28PM | Updated June 30, 2022 at 12:17AM

One of the busiest volunteer fire departments in Prince William County is about to undergo a name change.

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Crowds at vaccination clinic swarm governor as he talks social distancing

By Uriah Kiser

Published April 1, 2021 at 5:06PM | Updated June 30, 2022 at 12:17AM

Gov. Ralph Northam (center) tours Todos Supermaket in Woodbridge. [Photo: Uriah Kiser/Potomac Local News]

Virginia Governor Ralph Northam came to Woodbridge today to tour a series of coronavirus vaccination clinics.

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Obituaries

Sonny L. Collier, Jr

By Press Release

Published April 1, 2021 at 4:27PM | Updated April 1, 2021 at 5:20PM

On March 30, 2021 Sonny Lee Collier Jr. died at his Dumfries home following a short battle with cancer. Sonny worked for 31 years in the HVAC industry. He was married to Molly Collier for 46 years. They have 2 children, Jason Collier (daughter in law Amy Collier) and Kari Archer (son in law Chris Archer). They have 5 grandchildren; the love of Sonny’s life – Georgia, Helen, Marie, Cora and Miles.

Sonny was a great man who lived his life with strong convictions and an even stronger resolve to see his family happy and successful. Sonny’s life’s goal was to be a father and granddaddy that his family could be proud of. A celebration to acknowledge the achievement of his life’s goal will be held at noon on Monday, April 5, at Mount Paran Cemetery located at Welsh Run Road in Ruckersville, Virginia 22968. Sonny will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

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