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Meet the Principal: Q+A with Lake Ridge Elementary’s New Principal, Abigail Martinez

Published September 25, 2024 at 9:00AM

Welcome (or welcome back) to a new Potomac Local News series, “Meet the Principal.” With nearly two dozen new principals in Prince William County this school year, it’s important to get to know the folks in their new roles. Potomac Local has asked each principal the same questions in bold, and their respective answers will be found below.

Today, get to know Abigail Martinez, the new principal of Lake Ridge Elementary in Woodbridge. Martinez has been an educator for nearly 20 years and recently served as The Nokesville School’s assistant principal for two years.

Vindman Skips Televised Debate

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 25, 2024 at 8:46AM | Updated October 26, 2024 at 4:41PM

Vindman / Anderson

WJLA-TV: “7News hosted a Your Voice, Your Vote on Virginia’s 7th Congressional District Debate Tuesday, Sept. 24.

We invited Republican Derrick Anderson and Democratic candidate Eugene Vindman to the debate. Anderson is the only one who accepted.

Prince William County Launches PWC Works: Aiming to Improve Transparency and Address Permitting Delays

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 24, 2024 at 1:00PM

Prince William County has unveiled a new digital platform, PWC Works, designed to enhance transparency and communication between the local government and its residents.

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Prince William County Supervisor Proposes Tax Break for Terminally Ill Residents

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 24, 2024 at 8:00AM | Updated September 24, 2024 at 8:46AM

Yesli Vega (R), 7th District Congressional candidate and Pr. Wm. County Supervisor

Supervisor Yesli Vega has put forth a proposal to explore providing a tax break for terminally ill residents in the county, aiming to ease the financial burden on families dealing with the high costs of medical care.

At the recent Prince William Board of County Supervisors meeting, Vega directed county staff to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the potential implementation of the tax break. Vega emphasized the importance of providing relief to residents who are struggling with the financial challenges that come with terminal illness.

Prince William Supervisors Approve Tax Exemption for Serving Our Willing Warriors Nonprofit

By Uriah Kiser

Published September 23, 2024 at 2:14PM

SOWW retreat in Haymarket [Photo: SOWW Facebook page]

SOWW provides vital support to wounded veterans through cost-free respite stays and programs aimed at helping them and their families recover from the physical and emotional tolls of military service. The tax exemption applies to four properties owned by the organization on Waterfall Road in Haymarket, allowing SOWW to allocate more resources directly toward its services for veterans.

Sarah Ford, the executive director of SOWW, expressed her gratitude to the Board, stating, “This vote will not only impact our warrior retreat but also the warriors and their families that we serve now and into the future.” She emphasized that the exemption would enable the organization to expand its programs, which have already served over 2,400 veterans, with no suicide losses among those who have stayed at the retreat.

UVA Health Awards Grants to Dozens of Local Nonprofits

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published September 23, 2024 at 11:00AM

[Photo: Courtesy of UVA Health]

The nonprofits were chosen based on the “unwavering commitment” to address community health needs as identified in the UVA Health Community Health Needs Assessment Study. The study focused on mental and behavioral health, substance use and chronic diseases.

The 24 nonprofits Prince William that were awarded include:

Meet the Principal: Q+A with Unity Braxton Middle’s New Principal, Erin Sikes-Thurston

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published September 23, 2024 at 9:00AM

Welcome (or welcome back) to a new Potomac Local News series, “Meet the Principal.” With nearly two dozen new principals in Prince William County this school year, it’s important to get to know the folks in their new roles. Potomac Local has asked each principal the same questions in bold, and their respective answers will be found below.

Today, get to know Erin Sikes-Thurston, Ed.D., the new principal of Unity Braxton Middle in Manassas. Sikes-Thurston has been an educator for nearly 20 years and has spent the majority of her career in Northern Virginia.

Prince William County Police Promotes 20 Staff Within Department

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published September 20, 2024 at 9:00AM

At the ceremony, held at Grace Life Community Church in Bristow, Police Chief Peter Newsham recognized the staff in front of department leadership, peers and loved ones. Congratulate the following PWCPD staff members on their promotions:

Promoted to Major: Jacques Poirier

Meet the Principal: Q+A with Nokesville School’s New Principal, Amanda Johnson

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published September 19, 2024 at 9:00AM

Welcome (or welcome back) to a new Potomac Local News series, “Meet the Principal.” With nearly two dozen new principals in Prince William County this school year, it’s important to get to know the folks in their new roles. Potomac Local has asked each principal the same questions in bold, and their respective answers will be found below.

Today, get to know Amanda Johnson, the new principal of The Nokesville School. Johnson has been a Prince William County Schools educator since the start of her career.

Early Voting Starts Friday: Here’s Information for Prince William Voters

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published September 19, 2024 at 8:00AM

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This year’s ballot will include candidates for United States president, the House of Representatives and Senate.

Starting Friday, the Office of Elections (9250 Lee Ave. Suite 1, Manassas) will be open for early voters. Early voting ends Nov. 2. And starting on Oct. 13, the following locations will be open for early voting: