As another pandemic-affected school year comes to an end, administrators are hoping expanded summer school options with more in-person instruction than the spring semester can help to make up what’s been lost for some students in the past year.
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The Emergency Broadband Benefit is a temporary Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program to help households struggling to afford internet service during the coronavirus pandemic. This new benefit will connect eligible households to jobs, critical healthcare services, virtual classrooms, and more.
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Superintendent of Schools Dr. Steve Walts presented the 2021-22 Learning Plan to the School Board on Wednesday, May 5.
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Man shot in Dale City
A man was flown to a local hospital after he was shot this afternoon in Dale City. Detials are scarce, but here’s what we know:
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Do you want to learn more about the Prince William County Service Authority for your job, community activities, school studies or career interests?
Adults and high school seniors who live, work, or attend school in Prince William County can now apply for the 2021 Virtual Water Academy. This free program is designed to foster an understanding of how the Service Authority contributes to community health, environmental stewardship and economic vitality in Prince William County.
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On May 5 at 8:30 p.m., officers responded to a residence located in the 3300 block of Beaumont Rd. in Woodbridge (22193) to investigate a domestic. While en route, officers were informed that a shooting occurred inside the home.
Upon arrival, officers located the victim, a 63-year-old man, suffering from a gunshot wound, and provided immediate first aid until rescue personnel arrived. The investigation revealed that the victim and the accused were involved in a verbal altercation that escalated. During the encounter, the victim began damaging property inside the home when the accused retrieved a firearm and fired a round, striking the victim.
Cierra Dickerson appears in a Prince William County courtroom on July 1 to enter a plea after being charged in the racing death of a Woodbridge woman.
Dickerson is charged with the death of Deborah Lynn Talbot, who was walking her dog along Cardinal Drive on May 1, 2020. Police said Dickerson was racing her car when she struck and killed Talbot.
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Death investigation
On May 4 at 7:02 p.m., officers responded to the 7400 block of Carver Rd in Gainesville (20155) to investigate a report of a fight. When officers arrived, they encountered a man in a grassy area who was believed to be involved in the fight, and who also appeared to be under the influence.
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