Prince William - Page 87 of 1252

Prince William Music Admin Honored with State Award

Published December 16, 2024 at 9:00AM

Annamarie Bollino, Ph.D. [Courtesy of Prince William County Schools]

Bollino has been in music education for more than 20 years, the majority of which has been with Stafford County Public Schools. According to her LinkedIn page, she joined PWCS in February.

“I am honored to be recognized for my leadership. Music and the arts are intricately woven into the very fabric of who I am and how I lead; they have profoundly shaped my identity, and I draw on these deep-rooted passions to ensure that our PWCS students have access to the same enriching opportunities and transformative experiences that have molded me into the person I am today,” she said.

Shooting, Juvenile Fight, DUI, and Thefts Highlight Crime Reports in Prince William and Stafford Counties

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 14, 2024 at 7:00AM

[Photo: Alan Gloss]

Officers responded to the scene at 1:39 a.m. and found an 18-year-old man with a gunshot wound to his lower body lying near a vehicle in the parking lot. The victim was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators determined the incident likely began during an altercation inside a nearby home, where police found a shell casing and marijuana, according to a press release. The victim has not provided information to detectives, and police do not believe the shooting was random, police said.

Detectives have obtained arrest warrants for Andrews, who is charged with aggravated malicious wounding and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. He is described as a Black male, 6 feet tall, weighing 190 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. A photo from July 2024 has been provided.

Gar-Field High School Plumbing Teacher Wins National Award

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published December 13, 2024 at 11:00AM | Updated December 13, 2024 at 1:34PM

Michael Carter is the first high school teacher to receive this award. [Courtesy of Prince William County Schools]

Michael Carter, a plumbing teacher at Woodbridge’s Gar-Field High School, was recently named the 2024 Plumbing Instructor of the Year by the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors National Association (PHCC).

PHCC was founded in 1883 and has more than 125 state and local affiliates across the country. In Virginia, there is one state association and two local, one of which is based in Northern Virginia.

Prince William Opens Applications for 2025 Internship Program

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published December 13, 2024 at 9:00AM

[fauxels viz Pexels]

The internship is an eight-week-long program for students enrolled in higher education institutions and are interested in local government. According to a county press release, the program provides students the opportunity to go through training, mentoring, networking with executive leadership, field excursions, short-term projects and hands-on experience. The program will run from May 27 through July 18.

“Public service is one of the most meaningful ways to make a lasting impact on the lives of others, and our internship program is an incredible opportunity for students to step into that role,” County Executive Chris Shorter said. “This program is about more than just gaining experience; it’s about inspiring the next generation of public servants who will shape our communities and lead us into the future.”

Prince William County Launches Campaign to Reduce Panhandling

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published December 12, 2024 at 2:30PM

[Courtesy of Prince William County]

According to a press release, the county hopes to encourage residents to “rethink” how they give. Rather than donating directly to panhandlers, the county is directing residents to donate to local organizations and nonprofits that address housing, food insecurity, mental and health and job training.

This initiative was approved on Nov. 26 by the Board of County Supervisors. The campaign will run through December and will resume during the spring and summer, the press release stated.

Prince William Wants More Authority to Address Speeding

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 12, 2024 at 9:00AM

Prince William County Neabsco District Supervisor Victor Angry with constituents at the new Dale City donation center. (Photo by Alan Gloss)

Prince William County’s Board of Supervisors and School Board members convened at the Kelly Leadership Building to address pressing legislative priorities for 2025. Among the key issues discussed was the urgent need for enhanced authority to mitigate speeding and improve roadway safety throughout the county.

Neabsco District Supervisor Victor Angry emphasized the ongoing dangers on local roads, including Cardinal Drive, a corridor that has seen multiple fatalities in recent years. He highlighted the limitations of current state-level control over traffic measures, stating, “We need more authority to install speed cameras and implement other speed control measures in non-school and non-construction zones.” Angry also criticized the reliance on fatality thresholds before state agencies, such as the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), prioritize action, calling for more proactive measures to save lives.

Dumfries Businesses Face Zoning Challenges, Call for Clearer Rules

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 12, 2024 at 8:00AM

Dumfries is Virginia's oldest continually chartered town.

During the December 3, 2024, Dumfries Town Council meeting, frustrations surfaced over zoning challenges that have delayed the approval of a new banquet hall.

This article is FREE to read. Please Sign In or Create a FREE Account. Thank you.

Prince William County Starts Soccer Field Improvements at Hellwig Park

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published December 11, 2024 at 9:00AM

Prince William County leaders celebrated the start of improvements to two soccer fields at George Hellwig Memorial Park on Monday. [Courtesy of Prince William County]

On Monday, leaders from Prince William County gathered to celebrate the start of improvements to two of the soccer fields at George Hellwig Memorial Park in Manassas.

The improvements are scheduled to be completed by March 2025.

Dumfries Council Recaps 275th Anniversary, Bids Farewell to Outgoing Councilman

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 11, 2024 at 8:00AM | Updated December 11, 2024 at 11:20AM

Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood at the opening of The Rose, a new gaming hotel and resort in Dumfries.

The Dumfries Town Council convened on Tuesday, December 3, to reflect on its achievements and challenges as it celebrates its 275th anniversary. The meeting highlighted the town’s growth and a controversial gala event to honor the historic milestone.

A gala celebrating Dumfries’ 275th anniversary in May at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, originally envisioned as a three-day extravaganza, became a financial debacle. Despite the council approving a $100,000 budget for the event, planners overspent by $28,000, resulting in a cost overrun of more than 130%.

Woodbridge Supervisor Advocates for Permanent Housing Assistance Programs

By Uriah Kiser

Published December 11, 2024 at 7:00AM | Updated December 11, 2024 at 10:27PM

On December 2, 2024, local and state officials gathered at the Kelly Leadership Building for the annual Joint Legislative Meeting. The discussion focused on the county’s legislative priorities, spotlighting affordable housing and immediate housing assistance for residents in crisis.

Affordable housing has taken center stage in Prince William County in recent weeks. During their November 19, 2024, meeting, the Board of County Supervisors discussed a proposed Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance to increase the availability of affordable housing units and establish a Housing Trust Fund to support development efforts.