Ethel May (McCain) Fink, 79, of Woodbridge, VA formerly of East Liverpool, OH, passed away on June 5, 2019, following a brief illness. Ethel was born on June 27, 1939 in East Liverpool, OH to Clyde and Ruth (Dimmock) McCain. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Fred. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Morgan Fink of Woodbridge, VA, a son, Eric Fink, of Satellite Beach, Florida, and a sister, Cathy (Bob) Glumack of Baden, PA.

Ethel was a 1957 graduate of East Liverpool High School where she was active in the ELHS Choir. It was there that her passion for music began to grow. She was a member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church and sang in the church choir. Additionally, when Ethel moved to Pittsburgh, PA, she was a member of the Pittsburgh Mendelssohn Choir where she performed in the lead role of Handel’s Messiah. While living in East Liverpool, she was employed at the L & B Donut Shop and American Paper Products. Ethel, Morgan, and Eric moved to Bayside Community in Woodbridge, VA in 1972.

Ethel was a devoted wife, mother, and friend. She had a special bond with her two neighbors, Lydia Ferran and Marge Bowler, with whom she shared genuine caring and devoted love. Ethel loved all animals and enjoyed spending time in the outdoors.

Ethel was an active volunteer for the Woodbridge Little League and co-ran the concession stand at Long Field for many years. She was also deeply involved in the planning and construction of the new little league facility at Veterans Park. Ethel worked at Elliot’s Florist for 28 years as a Sales Associate/Bookkeeper. At Elliot’s, Ethel loved that she was doing something that brought people so much joy. She formed long-lasting friendships with her customers and co-workers.

Ethel was a lovely woman with a warm smile and a brilliant mind. She was happiest when she was contributing and helping others. She will be missed but leaves those who knew and loved her many memories that will keep her spirit alive.

Services will be held at the Miller Funeral Home in Woodbridge on Tuesday, June 11, 2019 at 1 pm. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service from 12 – 1 pm. Burial will be in Stafford Memorial Park in Stafford, VA. Immediately following the service.

MANASSAS — (Press Release) Out of an abundance of caution, Health Districts in Northern Virginia are informing people who were at various locations listed below during the specified time frames, that they may have been exposed to a person with measles.

Northern Virginia area health officials are mounting a coordinated effort to identify people who may have been exposed. Listed below are the dates, times, and locations of the potential exposure sites associated with the confirmed case of measles:

• Dulles International Airport in Terminal A and Baggage Claim level on Sunday, June 2, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Novant Health UVA Health System Haymarket Medical Center, 15225 Heathcote Boulevard, Haymarket, VA in the emergency department on Sunday, June 2 at 11 p.m. through early Monday, June 3 at 4:30 a.m.
• Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, 3600 Joseph Siewick Drive, Fairfax, VA in the emergency department, including the waiting area, on Tuesday, June 4 from 3 to 5:30 p.m.

Measles is a highly contagious illness that is spread through coughing, sneezing, and contact with droplets from the nose, mouth or throat of an infected individual. Measles symptoms usually appear in two stages. In the first stage, most people have a fever of greater than 101 degrees, runny nose, watery red eyes and a cough.

The second stage begins around the third to seventh day when a rash begins to appear on the face and spreads over the entire body. Based on the date of exposure, we have determined that if you were infected with measles, you may develop symptoms as late as June 25, 2019.

What should you do if you were at one of the above locations at the time specified?

• If you have received two doses of a measles containing vaccine (either the measles, mumps and rubella [MMR] vaccine or a measles only vaccine which is available in other countries) you are protected and do not need to take any action.
• If you have received only one dose of a measles containing vaccine, you are very likely to be protected and your risk of being infected with measles from any of these exposures is very low.  However, to achieve complete immunity, contact your health care provider about getting a second vaccine dose.
• If you have never received a measles containing vaccine nor had a documented case of measles, you may be at risk of getting measles from this exposure.  Contact your local health department or health care provider for advice on possible intervention to decrease your risk of becoming infected or other precautions you need to take.  If you notice the symptoms of measles, stay home and away from others and immediately call your primary health care provider or health department to discuss further care. Call aheadbefore going to the office or the emergency room and tell them that you were exposed to measles.

Measles is easily preventable through a safe and effective MMR vaccine. The best protection against future measles cases is the vaccination of all susceptible persons. Two doses are recommended for most individuals with the first dose given at age 12-15 months and the second prior to kindergarten entry (age 4-6 years).

Measles is common in many parts of the world, including popular tourist destinations. All persons who will be traveling internationally should be evaluated for measles immunity and vaccinated as needed. Infants too young to be vaccinated should consider avoiding travel to areas with measles until they can be vaccinated.

Residents with additional questions about this measles investigation can call 571-233-7314. For more information on measles, visit www.vdh.virginia.gov/epidemiology/epidemiology-fact-sheets/measles-rubeola/.

STAFFORD — It’s difficult to miss a large number of visitors spaces at the top of the parking lot at the Stafford County Government Center.

When the lot was repaved, former county public works chief Christopher Rapp wanted visitors who needed to conduct business at their government center to have plenty of places to park and easily access the building.

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PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY – On June 3, detectives from the Robbery Unit received information regarding people thought to be connected to two separate robberies.

These robberies occurred on June 1 in the Dumfries area of Prince William County.

Following the investigation, detectives received a juvenile petition against two of the suspects, identified as two boys, one 14 and the other 16.

Later that day, detectives located and took them into custody without incident. The investigation continues.

Their court date is currently pending, and their bond is held at the Juvenile Detention Center.

Here are details about the robberies:

On June 1 at 7:05 p.m., officers responded to the 3100 block of Chesapeake Dr. in Dumfries (22025) to investigate a robbery.

The victim, a 64-year-old man, reported to police that he was approached by two known boys and one unknown boy while he was leaving the apartment complex near Chesapeake Drive.

The juveniles demanded the victim’s money and, when he did not comply, one of suspects brandished a handgun. The suspects took the victim’s wallet before fleeing. The victim returned to his home where police were contacted.

During this investigation, a second robbery was reported involving suspects matching the same descriptions. Officers responded to the South Bridge Recreational Center, located at 17325 River Ridge Blvd. in Dumfries (22026), where they spoke to the victim, a 13-year-old male.

The victim reported that he was walking in the area of the rec center when he was approached by the three acquaintances. The victim stated the suspects threatened him while demanding his money. The suspects took an undisclosed amount of money before fleeing the area on foot.

No injuries were reported in either incident.

On June 3 at 9:13 a.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 1300 block of Redbud Ct. in Woodbridge (221919) to investigate a domestic violence call.

The investigation revealed the victim, a 16-year-old boy, and an acquaintance, identified as the accused, were involved in a verbal fight that escalated. During the encounter, the victim was struck multiple times in the face with a stick.

The parties separated and the accused fled the scene on a bicycle. A family member observed the altercation and notified the police. Minor injuries were reported. Later that day, the accused, a 15-year-old girl, was located and taken into custody without incident.

Her court date is pending and she is being held at the Juvenile Detention Center.

PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY -- Tomorrow marks the start of the 2019 Atlantic Basin Hurricane Season, which runs from June 1 through November 30 annually.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting a near-normal hurricane season this year.

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• Good Morning Prince William – Project Mend A House provides home repairs and safety improvement to seniors’ homes. They need both skilled and unskilled volunteers throughout the community. Please visit their website to learn more and to register as a volunteer.
• Prince William Soil & Water Conservation District need volunteers at a host of fun projects this summer including: June 8 at Hooes Run-Occoquan Watershed. Join Ashley and Veronica to collect chemical and biological data. Please RSVP to Veronica. June 22 at Belmont Bay Annual Occoquan clean-up. Please RSVP to Myra. June 29 at Powell’s Creek in the Montclair area. Please RSVP to Buck. August 3 at Broad Run/Dawkins Branch. Please RSVP to Sonnie  via email or text at (703) 216-6959. August 10 at Manassas National Battlefield for the NOVA Water Quality Monitors Certification Training. Come learn how to be Certified Stream Monitor. Please email Veronica to register and learn more.
• The Boys and Girls Club in Dumfries is looking for coaches this summer for basketball and volley ball teams. The program starts the week of June 17. Coaches must be 18 or older and assistant coaches must be 16 or older. Please call Judy Moore at (703) 441-0611 ext. 2617 to learn more.
• SERVE needs volunteers to help with their summer reading program on Tuesdays and Fridays. Volunteers need to be 16 or older. Duties include creating and running fun literary games, inputting client data for tacking outcomes, and helping with kids. Please email Navara to learn more.
• Merrimac Farm needs volunteers to weed, prune, water plants, and clean-up. Please wear long pants, long socks, and sturdy shoes. Workdays this summer are: June 8, June 22, and July 6, 9 a.m. to noon. Please RSVP or (703) 490-5200.
• The National Museum of the Marine Corps needs volunteers to become gallery docents and hospitality ambassadors. Volunteers must be age 16 or older. Please register online.
• Keep Prince William Beautiful needs volunteers for their annual litter survey on June 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. You’ll have a quick training session then head out for the survey and return to the office for lunch. Please email them to volunteer.
• Keep Prince William Beautiful also needs volunteers to present programs to the campers at Veterans Park this summer. This is a great job for teens. Please email them to learn more.
• BEACON Adult Literacy needs volunteers for their summer conversations program July 16 through Aug. 1 on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Please email to learn more.
• The American Heart Association needs volunteers at the next race on Saturday, June 8 sponsored by Lawyers Have Heart at The Washington Harbour in Georgetown. Tasks include start/finish line assistance, registration, water stops, and post-race party. Please visit their website to learn more.
• Novant UVA Health System needs volunteers in their surgical services at the Manassas and Haymarket hospitals. They also need volunteers at the Aubergine Thrift Store in Old Town Manassas. Come be part of the team benefitting the community. Please call (571) 284-1278 or visit their website to learn more.
• Area Agency on Aging needs volunteers to deliver Meals on Wheels midday in both the Manassas and Woodbridge communities. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday. They also need volunteer activity assistants at the Adult Day Healthcare Center for activities such as chess, checkers, dominos, bingo, and playing musical instruments. Please visit their website for more info.
• The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program is looking for volunteers’ age 55 or older to deliver noon meals through the Meals on Wheels Program. Shifts are just 2 to 3 hours and available in throughout the greater area. RSVP members receive a mileage reimbursement and additional insurance coverage at no cost to the volunteer. Please call Jan at (571) 292-5307 to learn more.

If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call my wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William. Jan can help you with the Retired and Senior Volunteer (RSVP) opportunities at (703) 369-5292 ext. 1, Shelley can help with any individual or group projects and send you weekly updates if you’d like. Shelley is at (703) 369-5292 ext. 2, and Bonnie can help you with opportunities available in Disaster Preparedness at (703) 369-5292 ext. 3. Please visit our website. Thanks so much for all you do in our community.

MANASSAS -- The City of Manassas Fire Marshal’s office has finished their arson investigation which led to the arrest of Tammy Burke on May 29.

On May 22, a fire was reported in the 9000 block of Quarry Street in Manassas. The cause of the fire was investigated and determined to be arson. There were no injuries.

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