Obituaries

Alex Kolovos, age 78, passed away on August 25, 2016, at his home in Woodbridge, VA.
Alex was diagnosed with late-stage cancer two months ago and he battled the disease as best he could. Alex is survived by his wife, his son, his daughter, and their families, who were all with him along the way and at his last moments. We take solace knowing that he is in a better place now.

Alex grew up in Greece, and began working in the restaurant business as a teenager where he gained experience in a variety of food preparation and service positions. From early on Alex had a knack for working with food. He also was naturally gifted at interacting with customers and quickly developed a respect for the mantra that the customer is always right.


News

From Prince William police: 

Armed Robbery *SUSPECT IDENTIFIED – On August 23, detectives from the Gang Unit identified one of the suspects involved in the robbery which occurred in the 18000 block of Fraley Blvd in the Town of Dumfries on August 18. Detectives obtained a warrant for the arrest of this suspect, identified as Darius Lamont DAVIS. Attempts to locate DAVIS have been unsuccessful.


News

Good morning Prince William – The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Program recognizes outstanding young people in grades 5-12 for their great volunteer service to the community. Teens will be judged by their initiative, effort, impact and personal growth. Nominations due by November 8th at their website: spirit.prudential.com.

· The Out of Darkness Walk to support suicide prevention needs walkers on Sunday September 18th at the Harris Pavilion. Check-in is 11am and the walk begins at 12:30pm. Please register to walk or support one of the many walkers already registered at: afsp.org.


Breaking News

Health officials in Prince William County want to talk to anyone who purchased food or drink at Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Gainesville.

A male store employee in his early 20s this week was diagnosed with hepatitis A, a virus that attacks the liver and can be fatal in rare cases. Anyone who purchased anything at the restaurant between 28 and August 16 is see their doctor.


Originals

The sign that hangs on the front of George M. Hampton Middle School looks as if it has always been there.

The silver-lettered sign against a brick background uses the same lettering as a sign that once hung there until this summer, noting the school had originally been named after Mills E. Godwin, a former Virginia Governor who was once a segregationist but later reformed, and became a champion of public education.