Prince William

In Dumfries, fire and rescue units responded to a call reporting smoke at a townhouse in the 17000 block of Denali Place.

Crews arrived to find flames on the home’s front. The fire was controlled with hose lines. Only one occupant was present and evacuated safely. No injuries were reported.


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The status report given by second-year Principal Gary Morris at the meeting sparked calls to action to improve Standard of Learning scores and the overall school culture.

School Board member Sara Brescia said the unique nature of Metz – having a 50% turnover rate each school year because the school houses only children in 7th and 8th grades – makes building a consistent, positive culture challenging.


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My longtime friend, Kenny Loveless, proprietor at Tangs Alterations in Manassas, a Local Spotlight member, and my tailor picked up this mailbox for me at a local antique store. The Manassas Journal Messenger is where my career came into focus and where I put in the time, training, and effort to learn the media business and laid the groundwork to become an entrepreneur.

Hired in 2006 to work at the daily newspaper, I was tasked with helping the salespeople in the bullpen close their deals. I was able to travel around the community, meet the business leaders of our community, and get an education on how to help businesses grow.


Originals

At the recent Prince William Board of County Supervisors meeting on February 6, 2024, the Prince William County Police Department received recognition for its Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) accreditation. Chief of Police Peter Newsham expressed gratitude for the honor, highlighting the significance of the department’s continuous commitment to excellence since 1987.

“This accreditation is just a symbol of that,” Chief Newsham remarked, emphasizing the department’s dedication to promoting progressive community engagement strategies, utilizing data for management decisions, and setting leadership benchmarks among peer agencies.


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Bob and Edith’s Diner, a beloved establishment synonymous with classic American dining, proudly announced the grand opening of its latest location in Manassas on January 31.

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The weather forecast from the National Weather Service indicates that high pressure will move offshore today, accompanied by light southerly flow and a warming trend in temperatures, reaching the 50s.

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