Event

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.


Business

From a press release: 

We are very pleased to welcome the newest restaurant in Historic Downtown Manassas, Taps-N-Apps.  Located in the former Mackey’s space on Center Street, the new restaurant has been completely renovated from floor to ceiling.  Owner John Csoka has invested roughly $87,000 in paint, flooring, lighting and top-of-the line kitchen equipment to ensure that customers have a great experience in a family-friendly atmosphere.  


News

Tim Hugo Prince William County’s joins State Senator Dick Black as the only Republicans representing Prince William County in the General Assembly.

Tim Hugo will keep the 40th District House of Delegates seat in western Fairfax and Prince William counties. He beat his opponent Democrat Donte Tanner by 99 votes, according to this press release: 


Business

Bourbon makers KO Distillery in Manassas won the Prince William Chamber Emerging Business of the Year award for 2017 in February. 

Owners John and Bill Karlson have had nearly a year to ferment in the joy of winning both the award and recognition. There were 12 winners in as many categories at this year’s show.