Features

The National Museum of the Marine Corps won the Ordinary Awards Attraction of the Year for its contributions to the Virginia tourism industry.

This award was presented by the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging and Travel Association and celebrates those in the hospitality and travel industry that are extraordinary.


Schools

In order to maintain social distancing, Prince William County will be celebrating national Walk to School Day differently this year.

While the Walk to School Day was observed on  Wednesday, October 7, with the majority of students learning virtually from home, Prince William County Schools will be celebrating during the full month of October.


Event

High school students from across the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region are invited to participate in Dialogue for Democracy at George Mason University!

Hosted by the Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution, this event offers high school students an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations about democracy, civic engagement, and the importance of understanding different perspectives.


Business

An independently-owned pet supply store has survived the economic downturn brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. Now it faces a seemingly even more daunting challenge — hiring reliable help for the holidays.

During coronavirus quarantine earlier this year, the business received a federal Paycheck Protection Loan designed to allow employers to keep their workers employed during the pandemic. make a number of changes to how they operate.


Obituaries

On Friday, September 28, 2020, Eric “Okonloawon” DeBruce, departed this life at Mary Washington University Hospital.  Eric was born in Queens, New York on July 31, 1959 and was the beloved son of the late Pauline and Herbert DeBruce.

Eric was educated in the New York School system. He attended Far Rockaway High School, where he played football. His size on the field intimated opponents who would rather just take a fall than to get tackled by him. He graduated Far Rockaway in 1977. After High School he worked at Playland in Far Rockaway. From there he went on to delivering and repairing amusement machines. He then began driving trucks until his retirement. He had a passion for music and was a lead drummer with Olatunji Drums of Passion, where he and his cousin played the Djembe drums for the African Dance Troop. He also had a passion for family and loved spending time with his treasures.


Obituaries

Brian “Duvy” Richard Duvall, 34, died unexpectedly on October 4th, 2020, at Virginia Hospital Center surrounded by his family.

Brian was born on May 15th, 1986, in Washington, DC and grew up in Occoquan, VA. He graduated from Woodbridge High School in 2004 and then attended George Mason University for a year. Growing up, Brian was avid about sports and spent all his time with his “Brothaz”. His favorite sports teams included the Washington Redskins, the Washington Nationals, the Washington Capitals, DC United, and the DC Defenders. He also loved to golf and enjoyed spending time watching his favorite show, The First 48.