Hazel Patricia Brown, 64, of Dumfries, VA, went to be with the Lord on September 6, 2017. Loving mother of Kanika Johnson-Roman (Ismael Roman). Cherished grandmother of Akilah Bellfield, Paul Belfield, II, and Briana Roman. Dear sister of Lynnette Harris (Clement), Corinne Williams, and Paul Butler (Jackie). Adored daughter of James E. and Asline F. […]
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY — The first school board meeting of the new school year in Prince William County and, already, there is more infighting among those elected to lead.
The county School Board on Wednesday night spent the better part of an hour debating whether or not it should allow School Board Attorney Mary McGowan to keep her seat alongside School Board members on the dais during public meetings.
Join me during this National Craft Open Studios weekend, a celebration of Amrican craft organized by the American Craft Council (ACC). Come visit my studio July 18-19th, 11am-5pm at 10449 Metropolitan Ave, Kensington, MD. Please drop in, see how my work is created, tour my studio and try your hand at hammering some metal.
Carolyn J. Qualls (88) Of Woodbridge, Virginia entered into eternal rest on Friday, September 1, 2017. She is survived by her devoted children Theresa Joyner, Carol, Phillip, Andrew Jr., Tyrone and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation is Monday, September 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Mountcastle Funeral Home, 13318 Occoquan Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191; Service is held 11 a.m. at Dale City Baptist Church, 3501 Dale Blvd., Woodbridge, VA 22193. In lieu of flowers, please donate in Mrs. Qualls’ name to the Red Cross in care of the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund.
STAFFORD — Dog owners in Stafford County get a break.
Instead of purchasing an annual dog license for $10, residents may now purchase a lifetime license for Fido.
MANASSAS PARK — Though a dinosaur, the Tri-County Parkway remains in Prince William County’s Comprehensive Plan — for now.
The road has been talked about for more than 12 years and will probably never be built.
DUMFRIES — Police are investigating the burglary of a gas station in Dumfries.
Officers were called to the Valero gas station at 17315 Jefferson Davis Highway at 2:52 a.m. An alarm had been activated, triggering the police call.
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY — The Potomac Nationals want to stay in Prince William County and are looking for a way to make that happen.
“We’re exploring all options, including a few locations in Prince William County, ” said Art Silber, the owner of the Minor Leauge Baseball team.
Arlen Ellis Combs, passed away September 5, 2017. He was a devoted husband, loving father, caring brother, wonderful grandfather, great grandfather and great great grandfather. He will be deeply missed by all.
He was preceded in death by his wife Violet, of 59 years; his daughter, Wilma; his parents, Howard and Hazel; sisters Eula May and Frances and brothers, Walter, Leon, Buster, Delo and Truman.
