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Recent survey finds nine in 10 Washington, D.C., area drivers use cellphone while behind the wheel

Published May 24, 2018 at 6:39PM | Updated May 29, 2018 at 6:46PM

The "Orange Cones. No Phones." campaign aims to reduce distracted driving in the 395 Express Lanes work zone.

Transurban and Virginia Department of Transportation launch 2018 “Orange Cones. No Phones.” campaign to reduce distracted driving in 395 Express Lanes work zone

A survey of more than 1,000 Washington, D.C., area drivers who travel the Interstate 395 corridor shows that motorists self-report engaging in a number of distractions while behind the wheel. Following the survey findings, Transurban, operator of the 495 and 95 Express Lanes, and the Virginia Department of Transportation announced today the launch of a 2018 “Orange Cones. No Phones.” campaign to reduce distracted driving within the 395 Express Lanes work zone.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center receives ‘Get With The Guidelines-Stroke Silver Plus Quality Achievement Award’

By Potomac Local News

Published May 24, 2018 at 6:31PM | Updated August 7, 2018 at 1:08PM

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines^®-Stroke Silver Plus and Target: Stroke^SM Elite Honor Roll Quality Achievement Awards. The awards recognize the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center earned the awards by meeting specific quality achievement measures for the diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients at a set level for a designated period. These measures include evaluation of the proper use of medications and other stroke treatments aligned with the most up-to-date, evidence-based guidelines with the goal of speeding recovery and reducing death and disability for stroke patients. Before discharge, patients should also receive education on managing their health, get a follow-up visit scheduled, as well as other care transition interventions.

In Manassas, across the commonwealth, tourism spending is on the rise

By Potomac Local News

Published May 22, 2018 at 1:57PM | Updated January 27, 2020 at 11:37PM

Governor Ralph Northam today released 2017 preliminary state economic impact data from U.S. Travel Association. This information depicts the impact tourism and domestic travel has on the economy.

Local impact data is not yet available for Manassas; however, the preliminary numbers indicate another record year for tourism spending as consumers seek out more experiential opportunities.

Data breaches: How to keep your digital information safe

By Potomac Local News

Published May 22, 2018 at 10:23AM

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Digital data breaches go well beyond debit or credit card theft. In fact, it is fair to say that debit and credit card theft is the least of your worries.

Your bank and credit card companies have safeguards in place to return your funds to you, but most other data cannot be retrieved once breached. Even when stolen data is recovered and new security is put in place, the breached information is in the hands of the hacker.

Sentara’s Daisy Team Award winners served food, gave dry, clean toiletries to a nearby homeless encampment

By Potomac Local News

Published May 17, 2018 at 10:59AM | Updated August 7, 2018 at 1:08PM

The team at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center is dedicated to serving our patients every day.

One group is recognized for their hard work- not just inside the hospital, but outside the walls as well.

Manassas City officials pause each May to recognize businesses

By Potomac Local News

Published May 11, 2018 at 4:28PM | Updated January 27, 2020 at 11:37PM

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Specialized treatment helps most stubborn cuts at the Sentara Wound Healing Center

By Potomac Local News

Published May 10, 2018 at 3:46PM | Updated August 7, 2018 at 1:08PM

Chronic wounds affect about 6.5 million patients in the U.S. every year.

Over the last year, Howard Holcomb has become part of that group. The 76-year-old suffers from cellulitis, a condition where bacteria enters the skin and becomes inflamed. In Holcomb’s situation, his extremities filled with liquid.

A sweet treat for two at Chick-fil-A Bristow: $5,000 in scholarship funds

By Potomac Local News

Published May 8, 2018 at 9:43PM | Updated May 9, 2018 at 10:00AM

For two Chick-fil-A employees, earning a combined $5,000 in scholarship money was sweeter than the milkshakes sold behind the counter. Catherine Kifer, 19, and Lauren Purdue, 18, were awarded $2,500 each in scholarship funds by on Tuesday, May 8. The awardees’ parents looked on, and the patrons who filled the restaurant applauded. Kifer […]

JES Foundation Repair wins 2018 Fantastic Fifty Award

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Published May 7, 2018 at 3:33PM | Updated May 8, 2018 at 8:08AM

Chris McLaughlin, Sales Manager and Brad Hibbard, General Manager with the award.

JES Foundation Repair was recently honored with a Fantastic 50 award for being one of the 50 fastest growing companies in Virginia. Since 1998, JES is one of eight companies in the state to achieve the award five times. The Fantastic 50 award program is organized and sponsored by the Virginia Chamber of Commerce.

“We’re humbled to be recognized alongside such outstanding Virginia companies” said Cary McGuckin, CMO. “It’s a testament to our employees who are always willing to go the extra mile and to the homeowners who put their trust in us.”

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Published May 7, 2018 at 4:00AM | Updated May 16, 2018 at 4:14PM

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