Police investigate shots fired in Dumfries, Woodbridge neighborhoods

By Uriah Kiser

From Prince William police:

Shooting into a Residential Dwelling – On June 18 at 12:10PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 3600 block of Brockenbrough Dr in Dumfries (22026) to investigate a destruction of property. The homeowner reported to police that a hole was found in a window and interior ceiling of the residence. Another hole was found near a rear door to the home. While investigating, officers discovered an additional home on the same street which sustained damage. The investigation revealed that gunshots were heard in the area between 10:00PM and 11:30PM on June 17. No injuries or other property damage were reported. Officers did respond to a report of suspected gunfire around 10:30PM on June 17. The area was checked at that time, and no evidence of a shooting was located.

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Stonewall Jackson Senior High School has 3rd-lowest graduation rate, while leaders aim to change its name

By Uriah Kiser

In his plan to combat racism released on June 5, Prince William County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Steven L. Walts said it is time to rename Stonewall Jackson Senior High and Middle schools.

The schools, both located near Manassas — the site of the first battle of the Civil War in 1861 — are named for Jackson, a native Virginian who fought for the Confederacy, and is widely regarded by historians as one of the greatest military generals serve any nation.

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Obituaries

Mary Lou Jackson

By Press Release

Mary Lou Jackson, 76, passed away peacefully at home on June 18, 2020. She is survived by her beloved husband of 55 years, Robert (Bob) Jackson; her son Richard Jackson (Lisa); her daughter Patricia McLeod (John); her son Ronald Jackson; her grandchildren, Ryan Jackson, Catherine Jackson, David McLeod, and Carly McLeod; and a great grandson, Caleb McLeod.

A visitation for Mary Lou will be held on Monday, June 29, 2020 from 6 pm to 8 pm at Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City, VA 22193. A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 20 at 11:30 at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 18825 Fuller Heights Road, Triangle, VA 22172. She will be laid to rest at Quantico National Cemetery.

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Coronavirus children’s syndrome found in New York City now in Prince William

By Uriah Kiser

A child who either lives in Prince William County, Manassas, or Manassas Park has contracted Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) associated with the coronavirus.

Virginia health officials won’t tell us where the child lives, or the child’s age.

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Lake Ridge to decide whether or not to open pools June 24

By Uriah Kiser
Canterbury Woods Community Center

Lake Ridge residents may have the opportunity to take a dip in a public pool this summer.

The Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation Association last night held an online public meeting asking residents whether or not it should open the pools for the remainder of the summer season.

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Features

Hylton Center suspends Fall 2020 season performances

By Trinity Bui
The Hylton Performing Arts Center outside Manassas.

For the fall of 2020, all Hylton Performing Arts Center performances and events are canceled.

On June 10, the Hylton Performing Arts Center announced its decision to suspend traditional, live, professional public performances, and events inside its Manassas venues. 

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