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Novant Health UVA Health System appoints Chief Clinical Officer

By Megan Dietrick

MANASSAS – Novant Health UVA Health System has announced that Douglas J. Markert, MD, will serve as Chief Clinical Officer for its Prince William Medical Center and Haymarket Medical Center.

Previously, Dr. Markert served as chief interventional radiologist for the University of Virginia Community Division in Manassas. In holding this position, Dr. Markert has nearly 20 years of experience performing minimally invasive image-guided surgical techniques to treat a wide range of vascular conditions.

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Food bank uses grant to increase capacity

By Megan Dietrick

FREDERICKSBURG — The Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank (FRFB) received a $10,000 grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation which went toward a new refrigerated truck.

The truck will deliver fresh produce to individuals and families in Fredericksburg, the community of Locust Grove and in Caroline, King George, Spotsylvania and Stafford counties.

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Stafford honors those who preserve history

By Potomac Local News

STAFFORD — (Press Release) During Preservation Month, Stafford’s Historical Commission recognizes the men and women who research and preserve the county’s history. The group for this year was to be honored at the May 21 Board of Supervisors meeting, following a special reception at 6 p.m. in Conference Room ABC of the George L. Gordon, Jr. Government Center, 1300 Courthouse Road, Stafford (22554).

“Our lives in Stafford County are so much richer because individuals take upon the mission of telling our story,” said Anita Dodd, Chairman of the Stafford County Historical Commission. “It’s important to take the time to highlight their accomplishments on our behalf. We are supremely grateful.”

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World of Travel Show 2027

Event location

BlackRock Center for the Arts

12901 Town Commons Dr

Germantown, Maryland 20874

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Join Cruise Planners Beth Borrego and Rod Rodriguez for the World of Travel Show 2027 on Saturday, February 6, 2027, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in The BlackBox at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown.

Meet representatives from 13 respected travel brands covering family and adults-only cruises, premium and luxury ocean voyages, European river cruises, expedition and Galápagos adventures, small-ship sailing, guided land tours, and customized vacations.

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Sweet Julia Grace Foundation receives its largest donation yet

By Megan Dietrick

BRISTOW — 2 Silos Brewing Company presented a check to The Sweet Julia Grace Foundation (SJGF) for $32,793.33 — the largest donation ever received by the foundation.

The amount raised was the result of the first 6 months of a unique partnership between the brewing company and the nonprofit where 100% of proceeds from the Raspberry Cream Ale and $1 of each cheese pizza was contributed.

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Occoquan Arts and Crafts Show looking for volunteers

By Megan Dietrick
After days of steady rain, the sunny skies brought thousands out to attend the 49th annual Occoquan Arts and Crafts Show Sept. 29 and 30. More than 10,000 came out for the weekend event, making it one of the best attended in recent memory.

OCCOQUAN – The 50th Anniversary of the Occoquan Arts and Crafts Shows still has openings for spring volunteers, particularly to staff bus stops, the information booth, or to provide periodic vendor assistance.

Volunteers are requested for four-hour shifts on both Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2. Most position openings are on Sunday, but assistance for Saturday morning setup is also welcome.

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