The rules for newly-built cemeteries in Stafford County changed this week, just as the county finds itself embroiled in a federal lawsuit claiming it denied Muslims a chance to build their own.
A new ordinance passed by Supervisors on Tuesday night now requires cemeteries to be built 656 feet from wells, or other sources of groundwater used to supply water to nearby homes. Under the old county rules, cemeteries had to be set back 900 feet from water sources.
Manassas will give nearly a half-million dollars to help residents find a new job or train for a new one.
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Trespassing is a problem at Abel Lake, according to the Stafford County Sheriff’s office.
Deputies have written 25 summons for trespassing during the summer months, said Maj. Shawn Kimmtiz. They’ve also stepped up patrols in and around the area of the lake, which serves as one of three of the county’s drinking water reservoirs.
As Stafford County prepares to send its public school students back to class virtually, county leaders must decide whether to use federal money to subsidize child daycare.
The Board of Supervisors tonight will hold a public hearing to discuss the allocation federal CARES Act funding, some $600,000 of which could go to the Massad Family YMCA which would provide daycare in its new virtual learning center at one of six locations in the area. For $113 per week, children who cannot attend classes in public schools will be allowed to come to the Massad Family YMCA on Butler Road, with a laptop in hand, to attend virtual classes.
Rich Anderson issued his first statement as Chairman of the Republican Party of Virginia.
He called for the resignation of Virginia State Senator Louise Lucas, of Hampton Roads, after she was charged with a felony following the toppling of a statue in downtown Portsmouth on June 10 that severely injured a fellow protestor.
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Starting today, a new round of Staford County businesses can apply for financial relief from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Jury trials will begin again in Stafford County.
The Virginia Supreme Court approved a plan to allow court officials and defense attorneys to resume their pursuit of justice following a temporary halt of jury trials that began in with the onset of the coronavirus pandemic in March.
While Virginians are easing back into everyday life following the coronavirus shut down, some residents don’t have access to essential personal protective gear necessary to shield them from the virus.
In response, Manassas has been working with Virginia’s Health Equity Task Force Program to increase access to essential supplies in underserved and disadvantaged communities, many of which have been disproportionately impacted by the coronavirus.
Realtors in Prince William County sold more homes in July than they did a year ago.
A limited number of available houses on the market and the desire for more space has created the perfect opportunity for anyone looking to sell a home.
