This public service announcement comes to us from the Prince William Service Authority. We’d thought we would share it before Thanksgiving.
From PWSA:
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. — Eight roads in Prince William County could become scenic byways.
The county’s Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing at 2 p.m. Tuesday to discuss urging the state to issue a special scenic byway tag to the following roads:
Join us on Sunday, May 31st, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a beautifully curated afternoon celebrating the romance and inspiration of European travel. We recommend arriving at 2:45 PM for the best seating. We’ll begin with a brief presentation highlighting unforgettable journeys along Europe’s iconic rivers with AmaWaterways, followed by a special screening of Under the Tuscan Sun — a heartwarming story set against the breathtaking landscapes of Tuscany and the transformative power of embracing life abroad. A minimum $5 per person donation to Manna Food Center is required to attend, and we are proud to match donations up to $500. You may also elect to donate more. Non-perishable food donations are also warmly welcomed. Raffle proceeds will benefit Manna as well, helping provide nourishment and support to families in our community. Come immerse yourself in the beauty of Europe, enjoy wonderful company, and make a meaningful difference. We look forward to welcoming you.
OCCOQUAN, Va. — The Town of Occoquan lit its Christmas Tree on Friday night.
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Good morning Prince William – 71st Annual Greater Manassas Christmas Parade still needs a few more volunteers to help along the parade route.
This is a super fun day and will definitely put you in spirit! It only takes a couple of hours and you’ll see all your friends and neighbors as well. Please email Nora at [email protected] for more info- just 2 weeks left. Also- The Un Trim A Tree Holiday Gift Program is collecting new toys right before the start of the parade at 9:45am. Please come enjoy this wonderful community event and share the joy of the season with donating a toy for either a boy or girl age 0 to 12yrs. old. The toy float will come down the entire parade route and volunteers will collect your donations right on the spot.
Rangoli will celebrate its grand opening on Monday, Nov. 21 as the only Indian cuisine restaurant in Manassas.
The full-service restaurant relocated to the city after opening in Loudoun County 10 years ago. Owner Kumar Iyer said his fans have followed him to Manassas but were sad to see him close his old restaurant.
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STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. — The public school division in Stafford County will make available counselors to students at Rockhill Elementary School.
Claire Buckley, 5, was a student at the school. She was killed on Thursday, along with her 17-year month-old sister Abagail, mother Amy, and her father Lance who is believed to have called 911 to report a murder-suicide prior to taking their lives.
From police:
Malicious Wounding – On November 17 at 11:13PM, officers responded to the Exxon service station located at 8289 Sudley Rd in Manassas (20109) to investigate a stabbing. The investigation revealed that the victim, a 19-year-old man of Manassas, was stabbed by an acquaintance following an altercation over a previous drug transaction. The victim and suspect were initially involved in a verbal altercation which escalated. During the encounter, the suspect pulled out a knife and stabbed the victim in the upper body. After the incident, the suspect fled in a silver, 4-door sedan. A witness was able to drive the victim to a nearby hospital where police were contacted. The victim’s injury is considered non-life threatening. This incident was not random. The investigation continues.
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STAFFORD COUNTY, Va. — The bodies of a man who went missing for days last year, and his family were found Thursday in a Stafford County home.