NORTH STAFFORD — Someone hanging out at Stafford Marketplace thought he had landed a great job.
In the end, he was taken for a ride. A Stafford sheriff’s office spokeswoman says the victim allowed the suspect to write a check for $2,000 for supplies at a Lowes store at the North Stafford shopping center.
There’s a new look and name for the E-ZPass Express Lanes on Interstates 95 and 495.
Transurban, the Australian-based company that operates the Express Lanes on Interstates 95 and 495, is freshening up the look of its website.
MANASSAS — A medical clinic now operating where an abortion clinic once sat is expanding thanks to doctors and volunteers who are giving of their time and expertise.
The Mother of Mercy Free Medical Clinic provides free, quality healthcare to low-income individuals who are uninsured or under-insured in western Prince William County, Manassas City, and Manassas Park.
StoryWorx: Workhouse's First Ever FREE Book Festival
Sat, Nov 14 | 11 a.m.–5 p.m. | Lorton, VA
Meet bestselling authors Angie Kim (Happiness Falls), 4× NFL Pro Bowler Ken Harvey (first-ever dramatic reading), and Emmy-winning WUSA9 anchor Wisdom Martin, plus Marcie Atkins, Omar Abed, Ellen R.B. Smith, and more for panels, signings, poetry, and workshops. Kids' Corner features author readings, crafts, and storytime. Browse the artisan market, catch a live Upstart Crow podcast, and explore the Workhouse galleries and artist studios—all part of Second Saturday.
MANASSAS — (Press Release) The Hylton Performing Arts Center schedule of performances in January and February 2019 is a testament to the diverse and accessible arts experiences the Hylton Center has to offer.
The beginning months of 2019 are filled with thrilling productions as part of the Hylton Center’s four main series: Hylton Presents, Hylton Family Series, Matinee Idylls, and American Roots Series. Tickets for these and other events are available at HyltonCenter.org.
STAFFORD — Residents filled 70 minutes of citizen comment time at the School Board meeting on Tuesday. They spoke about the proposed Gender Identity and Expression policy drafted by Stafford Public Schools Superintendent Scott Kizner regarding transgender students.
It’s in response to an incident in October when a Stafford County middle school when a transgender student was reportedly unable to take refuge in locker rooms during an active shooter safety drill. While the drafted policy is in part a follow-up to this issue, transgender policies have been discussed in Stafford in recent years.
WOODBRIDGE — (Press Release) In an effort to further enhance communications during emergencies, the Prince William Service Authority is turning to what some consider “old school” technology.
Last month, the Service Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Prince William County Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES). The organization, which partnered with the County government after 9/11, consists of 31 licensed amateur radio operators who contribute their qualifications and equipment during disasters.
MANASSAS — A decision on whether or not to rezone 10 acres of land to accommodate 109 new homes in Downtown Manassas will have to wait.
During its last meeting of 2019, the City Council voted to hold open a public hearing on the Jefferson Square project — a combination of single family and townhomes to be built at the intersection of Prince William and Jefferson streets, an area that lies within the borders of the city’s downtown sector plan.
HAYMARKET — The first of 10 new OmniRide commuter coaches emblazoned with its a paint scheme made its debut this week.
Gone is the teal color of the past. Today, this bus and all others that follow it will feature a bright blue and green paint scheme, with a newly designed OmniRide logo stretched across both sides of the bus.
STAFFORD — Stafford County won’t see an expansive new courthouse as originally envisioned.
Instead of a $70 million full campus renovation, county leaders decided to renovate only the Circuit Court, bringing the price tag to $26 million.
