Nelson Head, owner and founder of Dixie Bones BBQ in Woodbridge, Virginia, tracks wholesale prices weekly so menu prices stay as fair as possible.

With the dog days of August upon us, Nelson notes that the family has inherited a small mixed-breed dog named Jack—very old, stubborn, and already partial to Dixie Bones BBQ meats (though still working out what to do with the bones).


The AI & Data Centers Justice Coalition has launched a multi-state community listening campaign that includes dedicated sessions for Virginia residents concerned about the impacts of data centers.

Data centers are not inevitable — they are chosen. In Virginia and across the country, many are sited in low-income communities and communities of color that often lack the resources and infrastructure to respond effectively.


This summer, Prince William Public Libraries invites families and readers of all ages to dig a little deeper with the theme “Unearth a Story.” From June 15 through August 16, participants can uncover hidden worlds, explore the past, and discover something new with every page.

Summer Reading features more than 350 free programs designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and connection. Activities range from dinosaurs and prehistoric plants to gardening and everything in between.


Brookfield Residential Creates a Fresh Approach to 55+ Living at Cascades at Embrey Mill

In Stafford, Embrey Mill is known for its active, connected, and outdoors-focused way of life. Since its debut, the community has grown into one of the area’s most recognizable master-planned neighborhoods, defined by its parks, trails, gathering spaces, and strong sense of community. That lifestyle continues to evolve.

At Cascades at Embrey Mill, Brookfield Residential offers a fresh perspective on active adult living within the established community—one that feels more modern, more social, and more in step with how people want to live today.  Condominiums start at $399,990 and offer main-level living—with your kitchen, living, dining, and primary suite all on one floor—plus private elevators, all in the Cascades neighborhood. (more…)


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Get ready for an earth-shaking, tire-crushing weekend of family fun right here in Prince William County!

Monster Truck Wars is rolling into the Prince William County Fairgrounds in Manassas on Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026. This high-octane monster truck show features massive, custom-built trucks battling it out with huge jumps, car crushes, and freestyle action that will have the whole family cheering.


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