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Grading system changes to take effect Jan. 24; valedictorian ranking ends

Published January 20, 2020 at 1:00AM

Prince William County reminds parents and students about changes to the school division’s grading policy that will do away with the tradition of honoring a class valedictorian.

Prince William County Public Schools spokeswoman Diana Gulotta statement | There is not a new grading system, just clarification and improvement to our current practices. Some of the improvements include: making sure academic grades do not include behaviors and conduct, but rather are summary of performance on specific learning objectives or standards taught.

Charges filed after woman struck twice, killed; Police seek info on 2nd vehicle

By Potomac Local News

Published January 17, 2020 at 10:33AM

Charges have been filed after a 67-year-old woman was struck by two cars and killed while walking in a crosswalk in Dumfries in October 2019.

Prince William police press release | On January 15, investigators with the Crash Investigation Unit charged the juvenile driver in connection to the fatal crash that occurred in the 3600 block of Graham Park Rd. in Triangle (22172) on October 11, 2019.

Rural Crescent debate to Deputy CXO: Horner tapped for new role

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 16, 2020 at 12:47PM

From the Prince William County Planning office to the county executive’s suite: Rebecca Horner will replace Chris Price as a deputy county executive, who left the county last fall to take a new job as the city manager in Chesapeake.

County press release | Following an extensive national search, the County Executive appointed Rebecca Horner as a Deputy County Executive for Community Development. The Board of County Supervisors concurred with the County Executive’s decision to appoint Horner, who will begin the position effective immediately.

Couple weds, then honeymoons at Prince William Habitat ReStores

By Olivia Aveni Briscoe

Published January 15, 2020 at 3:00PM | Updated January 15, 2020 at 7:27PM

Peter and Michelle Fisher [Submitted photo]

Peter and Michelle Fisher tied the knot on December 13 at a private ceremony at the Prince William County Courthouse in Manassas.

The couple then honeymooned at a rather unusual location: two of the Habitat for Humanity Prince William County ReStore locations.

Prince William police mourn loss of K9 ‘Diesel’

By Potomac Local News

Published January 14, 2020 at 6:47PM

From the Prince William County Police Department Twitter page |

It is with sorrow we announce the passing of #PWCPD Retired K-9 DIESEL. K-9 Diesel was a loyal partner & faithful companion to Ret. MPO Jennings. They served together from May 2009 until August 2015 and as a team, retired together. K-9 Diesel closed his eyes on January 10, 2020. pic.twitter.com/04QH0OV9lg

Prince William tables push for red-flag law, increased mental health funding

By Olivia Aveni Briscoe

Published January 14, 2020 at 3:46PM

Angry

Prince William County leaders have heard enough.

They and decided the Board of County Supervisors won’t hold a meeting on January 21 to take up the topic of gun control and mental health.

Original | Area leaders give a preview of ‘Future of the Region’ event

By Potomac Local News

Published January 14, 2020 at 11:06AM | Updated February 2, 2020 at 9:34PM

A rendering of the Kaiser Permanente South building to be built in Woodbridge.

Those charged with economic development in Prince William County and the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park plan to share their vision for the region on January 23 in Woodbridge.

The Prince William Chamber of Commerce will hold it’s annual “Future of the Region” event where representatives will speak about what new businesses are coming to the region, and the types of enterprises they’re pursuing.

Prince William Forest Park revenue up 72% in the past 5 years

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 12, 2020 at 10:58AM

Prince William Forest Park is seeing more green. And it’s not just the trees.

On January 1, 2020, park officials hiked the price to enter the park by $5 to $20 per vehicle, from $10 to $15 per motorcycle, and from $7 to $10 per person for anyone walking or biking directly into the park.

Remembering George T. Owens, Prince William County’s first police chief

By Potomac Local News

Published January 10, 2020 at 10:51AM | Updated January 12, 2020 at 11:29AM

This year, the Prince William County Police Department turns 50 years old, and it is remembering its history in a series of social media posts.

There have been four department chiefs since its founding, with current chief Barry Barnard being the fourth to lead the department. He was promoted to the rank of chief in 2016.

Scoop: Anderson is running to lead Virginia’s Republican Party

By Uriah Kiser

Published January 9, 2020 at 3:56PM | Updated January 9, 2020 at 9:44PM

Anderson

A familiar face in Prince William County is running to lead the Virginia Republican Party.

Anderson’s statement | Today, former Virginia state delegate and retired 30-year Air Force Colonel Richard L. (Rich) Anderson announced that he is a candidate for election as chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia (RPV). This year, Virginia Republicans will elect a state party chairman for a four-year term at the 2020 RPV Quadrennial State Convention on May 1-2 in Lynchburg.