STAFFORD — It took $50 million to build one lane, and today it opened.
The 95 E-ZPass Express Lanes have been extended just past Garrisonville Road. Now, drivers have the option of getting off on Garrisonville Road, or staying in the express toll lanes — or in this case lane — to head south and merge back into the main travel lanes of Interstate 95 before Courthouse Road.
Patricia Richie-Folks is looking to keep her seat as the Manassas City Treasurer.
She’s been there less than a year, after winning the seat in a special election last November following the requirement of longtime city treasurer Robin Perkins.
Jaime Aguirre Pineda, resident of Lorton VA, died unexpectedly on October 28, 2017 at the age of 58.He is survived by his wife, Mireya Aguirre (ARA); his children, Karen, Jaime JR, Arnol and Ericka. Grandchildren, Susan, Jessenia, Jocelyn, Jeffrey, Catherine,Joana, Valeria, Nathalie, Paul and Kimberly. His brothers and sisters, Arnoldo , Elisa, German, Conchita, Marvin y Carlos. He is predeceased by his father, Jose Maria Pineda and Mother Concepcion Aguirre and Esperanza Quintanilla.
Jaime was born on December 24, 1958. He married Mireya on July 30 1976, the girl that stole his heart on an Easter weekend. Had 4 children who were the most important part of his life. He was a devoted father. He enjoyed reading, especially poetry and was an amateur guitar player. Jaime often played for his children and grandchildren while making them sing along. He was also a problem-solver who often took on difficult and unwanted projects at work and around the house. He was a spiritual man who encouraged his family that above all there is God. Jaime was a very giving man, an amazing father who gave his best to provide for his family. He was a great husband of 41 years: a good brother and a great son who gave all to his parents. He will be deeply missed by his friends, family, and all who knew him for he made an impact on everyone he came across, giving a helping hand to those in need without hesitation.
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.
Mabel Louise Barker, age 84, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at her daughter’s home in Manassas, Virginia.
She was born on October 12, 1933 in Ashland, Kentucky. Mrs. Barker retired after 33 years with the National Education Association in Washington, D.C. She was a resident of Virginia for 41 years and spent an additional 14 years in Pinehurst, North Carolina where she was very active in her community. Mabel was President of Weymouth Center for the Arts. She was a volunteer for the Arts Council of Moore County, Southern Pines, NC; a member of the Women of Weymouth, recognized in Who’s Who of American Women, volunteered countless hours with Calvary Church of the Nazarene, leading Children’s church, writing plays for the church musicals, decorating for the holidays, etc. She was the Director of Calvary Church Daycare and hosted the church dinners on Wednesday nights.
Roy James O’Boyle age 86, of Manassas, VA passed away Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Manor Care of Fair Oaks.
He was born on October 30, 1930 in Scranton, PA the son of the late Roy J. and Gertrude (McGovern) O’Boyle. He was preceded in death by sisters Jean Walsh, Margaret Watkins and brother John Muskey. Prior to retirement, he was the plant manager for Shenandoah’s Pride Dairy. He served in the US Marine Corps and was a member of the American Legion Post 10 in Manassas.
From Capital News Service:
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Twenty years ago this month, two intrepid young directors—including a Maryland native—and three little-known actors descended upon the state to film what they thought would be a small, low-budget film.
From Stafford County Sheriff’s Office:
Stafford, VA. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office arrested three suspects on Saturday morning in connection with an incident involving the use of fake credit cards at a convenience store in North Stafford.
The African Children’s Choir will perform at Manassas Baptist Church at 7 p.m. Friday, Nov. 3.
From an email:
Some winters in the Washington area can be scary, and some of them downright horrifying.
Remember 2010? Snomageddon? Our region was buried underneath as much as 32 inches of snow. There even was more in some places.
