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.


Obituaries

William “Bill” A. Westen of Dumfries Virginia died on Tuesday August 11, 2020 in Woodbridge, VA surrounded by his family.  Bill is survived by his loving wife of nearly 55 years Vickie Diane Westen, two sons: Billy Westen, Tom Westen, four grandchildren: Michael, McKenna, Leah and Rose Westen, two sisters: Gussie Spiher and Sarah Roush.

 Bill was a graduate of American University receiving a degree in Administration of Justice. He served in the U.S. Army in the Military Police, and then spent 29 years as a Fairfax County Police Officer before retiring in 1996.   He then worked for the Town of Occoquan as a Police Officer for 10 years as he continued to protect and serve others.  Bill was also a member of the First Baptist Church of Woodbridge, and lived a Christian life.  He was friends with all that knew him, and always quick to help others.


Here’s a list of voluneter opportunities in our community, compiled by Volunteer Prince William.

Good Morning – The Community Feeding Taskforce Food Hotline has an urgent need for Spanish speaking volunteers who can assist staff with answering calls to the Hotline during the COVID-19 pandemic. Duties include answering calls from those in need of food, redirecting callers to a food pantry closest to where they live and arranging home deliveries for shut-ins. Training is provided; however, volunteers will work from home and must have their own computer and Internet access. Bilingual skills in Spanish required.