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Dumfries seeks summer interns

Published June 16, 2015 at 3:30PM

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The Town of Dumfries is now accepting applications for the 2015 Dumfries Summer Youth Internship Program. The 6-week program will provide an opportunity for our area students to get an in-depth, hands-on experience on the internal workings of Town Hall, as well as develop leadership skills through service based learning, earn money, and acquire business skills through hands-on training in a positive, engaging public service atmosphere. Any interested students should see the Town website or link below for application materials and instructions.

Link to internship application:
https://www.dumfriesva.gov/wp-content/uploads/2015-Youth-Internship-Application21.pdf

Public hearing on Rappahannock River Crossing project on June 24

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Published June 16, 2015 at 2:48PM | Updated November 25, 2024 at 1:23PM

The crossing would add collector-distributor lanes parallel to the general purpose lanes of I-95 between Route 17 in Stafford and Route 3 in Fredericksburg.

The public hearing will be held:

River Road in Stafford closed tomorrow midday

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Published June 16, 2015 at 2:27PM

A joint work zone will be underway. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office is closing the road to facilitate park cleanup and maintenance activities. At the same time, Virginia Department of Transportation crews will perform road maintenance, including sign replacement, mowing and brush removal.

Historic Port of Falmouth Park in Stafford to be closed June 17

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Published June 16, 2015 at 1:53PM

The Historic Port of Falmouth will be closed the entire day on Wednesday, June 17, 2015. Stafford County personnel will complete several public safety and park initiatives. Staff will be removing substantial debris resulting from floods. To ensure the safety of the general public, the park and the section of the Belmont – Ferry Farm Trail from the entrance of the Historic Port of Falmouth Park to Shelton’s Cottage will be closed for the entire day.

“The park lies in a flood plain. It can flood several times a year. There are no particular floods…excess tree limbs and other debris on the river wash into the park,” stated Stafford County spokeswoman Shannon Howell.

Dad’s Play Day a success

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Published June 15, 2015 at 2:55PM

On Saturday, June 13, more than 200 parents and children participated in the Prince William County Fatherhood Initiative’s first “Dad’s Play Day”, a community event to celebrate Father’s Day and encourage dads to spend more time with their children. The free event took place at the A.J. Ferlazzo Building in Woodbridge and included lunch, prizes and fun activities for dads and their children, including games like basketball, whiffle ball, an obstacle course, and water balloon toss, as well as activities like face-painting and arts and crafts.

Under the oversight of Social Services Director Courtney Tierney and Deputy County Executive Elijah Johnson, the Prince William County Fatherhood Initiative’s (PWCFI) mission is to empower fathers to do what is in the best interest of their children. Although the event focused on fathers and their children, mothers also attended and participated.

The First Tee to host golf tournament June 19

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Published June 15, 2015 at 1:29PM

The event begins at 10:30 a.m. with player registration followed by a shotgun, team scramble at noon. On-course competitions include hole-in-one vacation giveaways on all par 3s and a 60-foot putt to win $1,000.

Entry is $110 per player and includes green and cart fees, range balls, professional scoring, contests, prizes and dinner buffet. For more information and to register: https://bit.ly/1M5BSlC, 703.670.9118.

Stafford schools announce new appointments

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Published June 12, 2015 at 2:31PM

At their meeting on Wednesday, June 10, the Stafford County School Board approved the appointment of a three administrators. The following individuals were appointed:

George Hummer was selected as the Supervisor of Student Services. He has been an educator for ten years, beginning his career as a teacher in Spotsylvania County. In 2012, Mr. Hummer was appointed as an assistant principal at Rodney Thompson Middle School. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from Radford University with concentrations in chemistry, math and education. He holds a Master’s of Art in Special Education and another in Educational Leadership from the University of Mary Washington.

Construction to begin on Route 1, Truslow Road in Stafford on Monday

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Published June 11, 2015 at 11:36AM

The project is being performed by the Southgate subdivision developer as a proffered road improvement for Stafford County.

Once completed, the intersection will include:

Osbourn High School Grammy Signature Enterprise Award,$5,500

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Published June 11, 2015 at 9:06AM

In March, OHS was recognized as one of 13 schools across the country to be named a 2015 GRAMMY Signature School. The recognition cites U.S. public high schools that have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to music education during an academic school year and beyond.

On May 13, The Osbourn High School (OHS) Performing Arts Department was presented with the GRAMMY Foundation Signature Enterprise Award and a check for $5,500 presented by Tom Goldfogle, president of the DC Chapter of the Recording Academy for their profound efforts in music education.

Sylvan Learning and Kid’s Choice Sports Center team up

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Published June 11, 2015 at 8:51AM

Sylvan Falls Church has opened a new satellite location, Sylvan Woodbridge, located at Kid’s Choice Sports Center at 13000 Sport and Health Drive, Woodbridge VA 22192. Kid’s Choice Sports Center has partnered up with Sylvan Learning to bring its educational programs to the area and will team up to offer fun combination camps during the summer. Follow Sylvan’s facebook page to keep updated on the latest camp offerings.

Programs offered are the popular Sylvan EDGE classes which engage students in hands-on learning of STEM based courses such as robotics and game design, along with reading, math, study skills and homework help programs.