Fire and rescue crews were called to an Exxon gas station at 3514 Old Bridge Road just after midnight Friday to douse a blaze that had broken out at the car wash at that gas station.
No one was injured, and fire crews were able to bring the blaze under control within minutes of arriving on scene, said OWL VFD spokeswoman Rebecca Barnes.
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Potomac Mills will host “Role Models”, a first-time charitable event recognizing five female community leaders, on Saturday, October 29 at 11 a.m. in the Neighborhood 1 Fashion District at Potomac Mills. 100% of the proceeds from ticket sales will benefit three local charitable organizations.
“For many years, advocates and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking have been asking for equal access to protective orders and equal enforcement measures for violations. Those voices were finally heard with the passage of this new law. Senators Barker and Howell were early champions for this legislation and we are incredibly grateful to them for their leadership on this issue,” said Kristi VanAudenhove, Co-Director of the Action Alliance.
Senator Barker commented, “I was pleased to work with the Action Alliance, as we worked to pass bipartisan legislation that gives victims of dating violence ready access to protective orders. Making our community a safer place has always been a top priority for me, and that’s exactly what this legislation does.”
Stafford, Va. — A month after a landslide swallowed their backyard and Stafford County officials condemned their homes, the O’Leary and Barnes’ families were told today that the County Board of Supervisors has approved releasing $62,000 from a developer security bond to be used to support site stabilization, remediation and repair efforts. The Board voted to approve this measure in a closed-door meetings and following legal counsel between all parties.
“We feel the County is really trying to help us,” stated Dan O’Leary, one of the homeowners. “We are thankful that this bond money can be used to help offset the costs of stabilizing our homes and to help us work towards restoration.”
Parking, attendance, food and drink will be free for Connections 2011. Attendees will also be eligible for a $500 cash prize drawing, door prizes, and giveaways.
Kristina Schnack Kotlus
Several of Virginia’s legislators including both United States Senators and local congressmen, addressed a letter to President Obama encouraging him to approve Governor Bob McDonnell’s request for disaster funds following Tropical Storm Lee. The funds would be designated for Fairfax and Prince William Counties. Congressman Gerry Connolly, who represents portions of both counties, initiated the letter.
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As if wandering through the woods at night wasn’t enough of a fright for you, the Friends of Leesylvania will do you one better.
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“I definitely wasn’t expecting the outpouring of community support”, shared Rebekah McGee, program director for emergency assistance at ACTS. “To see the community just come together, it’s been tremendous.”
Donations may be taken to the food pantry on Monday, and Wednesday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Donations on Tuesday are accepted from 12:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Both refrigerated, shelf-stable, and personal hygiene items are accepted.
