Good Sunday evening, and welcome to the Publisher’s Post. This week, a I break down the funny thing that happened at the gas station, what’s on tap for the shortened week ahead (thanks, President’s Day holiday tomorrow) and Local Spotlight member news.
On Super Bowl Sunday, my car went to the dogs, literally. But it’s good to know Stafford County’s finest was there to help me.
Happy Friday. I hope you get outside and enjoy the day.
Clouds increase, and showers are possible later this weekend. Water’s End Brewery sponsors our weather forecast because, no matter the weather, sometimes you just need a Damn Beer.
My longtime friend, Kenny Loveless, proprietor at Tangs Alterations in Manassas, a Local Spotlight member, and my tailor picked up this mailbox for me at a local antique store. The Manassas Journal Messenger is where my career came into focus and where I put in the time, training, and effort to learn the media business and laid the groundwork to become an entrepreneur.
Hired in 2006 to work at the daily newspaper, I was tasked with helping the salespeople in the bullpen close their deals. I was able to travel around the community, meet the business leaders of our community, and get an education on how to help businesses grow.
Good Thursday morning, and welcome to our newsletter. I don’t have a catchy name yet, so we’ll keep it simple. “Newsletter” is fine.
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It’s the middle of the week, and it’s a cold one with scattered sprinkles before 4 o’clock today, temps going up to the mid to high 40s. Water’s End Brewery brings you the full forecast because, sometimes, no matter the weather, all you need is a Damn Beer.
Topping the news today, at least 10 students face charges after a series of fights that locked down Brooke Point High School in Stafford. Assault and battery by mob and obstruction of justice are just some of the charges filed after the incident on Monday, January 29, 2024. It comes 11 days after another student was taken to a hospital following a fight at the same school.
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Happy Monday, supporters of local journalism in our communities. We’ve got some breaking news and insight for you today, so let’s get started.
Breaking: Brooke Point High School is in lockdown for the remainder of they day. It follows another fight that occurred at the school earlier this month that sent a student to a hospital.
Good morning, members and supporters of local journalism. Sunday is a day to catch up on what you missed and get a jump on the week ahead. So let’s dive in.
Our forecast sponsored by Water’s End Brewery: Today, rain and wind today, high 49.
