Columns & Blogs

Labor Day has come and passed.  Do you know what this means?  Yes, school is in session again, but that’s not all.  Yes, traffic is terrible again, but that’s not what I’m talking about either.  

Brace yourself- because it’s the time of year that people anticipate for many months. It’s pumpkin season.  Starbucks has featured the pumpkin spice latte again, and grocery stores are stocking the shelves with Halloween candy (really, who’s buying it this early?). However, consider getting your fall pumpkin fix at the Farmer’s Market instead.

Slug Tales

The sound of screeching tires. The smell of burning rubber. The sight of an oversized pick-up veering directly toward my car window.

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Editors note: From exceptional museums and children’s programs to historic haunts and unique hikes, there are numerous hidden places waiting to be explored in Prince William & Manassas. Through a monthly feature, Discover Prince William & Manassas will help residents and visitors alike discover some of the best kept attractions, activities and events the community has to offer.

Mom on the Run

I’m in the grocery store, wheeling my cart slowly, slowly down the aisles. Up and down, up and down. If I don’t go through the store in the same order, not skipping any aisles, I forget things. I may not remember I need mayonnaise until I’m in the actual condiments aisle, confronted with it. So up and down I go for the whole length of the store, every time.

Slug Tales

Well, it’s finally over – summer, that is. Sadly, my favorite season officially ends this weekend.

Opinion 

A Couple of weeks ago, I noticed this headline in potomaclocal.com, Anderson Tops Military Officer’s Legislators List.  Delegate Rich Anderson (R-Prince William), happens to be my Commonwealth of Virginia Delegate.  He is also a fellow Veteran.

Opinion 

Do you work for the federal government? Are you in the military? Do you work for a contractor? You already know what sequestration is doing to your business, your livelihood, your retirement plans. Oh, but are you a hair stylist, a lawn maintenance worker or an auto dealer? Guess what? Sequestration is affecting you, too.

A Fresh Focus

Top Ten Reasons why the Farmer’s Market is Superior to the Grocery Store

Mom on the Run

“OK,” my son says, looking around. “I guess that’s it. You can go now.”

OPINION

You know, there aren’t any blogs devoted to what Prince William County Government does right.