Opinion

While endlessly preaching unity, Prince William Board of County Supervisors Chair Ann Wheeler and her allies have been working to:

And where does it all end?  Unsurprisingly, as smoke screen and justification for another developer land grab — this time involving breaking open the Rural Crescent to thousands of new houses and shoving down the throats of west county residents more residential development, more overcrowded roads and increasingly dysfunctional schools, higher taxes (during the biggest economic downturn in almost 100 years), and more environmental destruction.


Features

As we get ready to mark the 20th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks later this year, there’s a push in Congress to make a memorial trail honoring the victims of that dark day a part of the national parks system.

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Obituaries

Earl Kenneth Rowe, 87, passed away on March 18, 2021, after a brave battle with lung cancer.

Earl was born in Superior, Ohio on September 14, 1933, the son of Alonzo and Mary Rowe. Growing up in Jackson, Ohio, he joined the US Army from which he retired in 1970. He was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, and served in Korea and Europe as well. Prior to serving his country, he worked on a Great Lakes merchant ship, the Henry C. Frick.


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.


Features

While there won’t be the annual Easter Egg Roll at the White House this year, the Easter Bunny will visit Prince William County’s Coles District.

Supervisor Yesli Vega says she will restart the annual tradition of holding an Easter Egg Hunt at Coles Elementary School, located at 7405 Hoadly Road. The event will be held from Saturday, April from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Families are invited, and light refreshments will be served.


Originals

David Farajollahi is running for election to the Manassas City Council.

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