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2023 VRE Operations Board Leaders Take the Helm

Published January 26, 2023 at 8:00AM | Updated September 4, 2024 at 11:42AM

Members of the 2023 Virginia Railway Express (VRE) Operations Board Executive Committee were installed Friday in a brief ceremony during which outgoing Chair Margaret Franklin of the Prince William County Board of Supervisors passed the gavel to James Walkinshaw of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors. Walkinshaw was the VRE board’s vice chair in 2022.

“I’m excited and honored to serve as chair this year,” said Walkinshaw. “VRE is fortunate to have an Operations Board dedicated to the system’s success, talented staff committed to our mission, and loyal riders who recognize the value of the safe, convenient, and reliable service we offer. 2023 will be a pivotal year as riders continue returning to the system and we undertake the critical task of updating our long-term vision through our System Plan 2050 process.”

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OmniRide announces updated bus schedules starting Jan. 30

By Deshaun Jefferson

Published January 26, 2023 at 7:00AM | Updated September 4, 2024 at 11:42AM

Schedules for Express, Metro Express, and Local routes will change on that date. OmniRide Connect micro transit pilot program is now operating in Manassas Park. It replaces the OmniRide Local Manassas Park route. Some routes operate from the new Balls Ford Road Commuter Lot in Manassas.

The new schedules are available here https://omniride.com/service/schedules/ .

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William ‘Jake’ Jacoby named NOVA College police chief

By Deshaun Jefferson

Published January 25, 2023 at 7:00AM | Updated September 4, 2024 at 11:42AM

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Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is excited to announce the appointment of William “Jake” Jacoby as the new chief of police.

Jacoby has served as the college’s assistant chief of police for ten years. Following a nationwide search, Jacoby was named to succeed Chief Dan Dusseau, who retired in May 2022.

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Stafford High School Assistant Principal Benjamin Diggs top in state

By Deshaun Jefferson

Published January 24, 2023 at 10:00AM | Updated September 4, 2024 at 11:42AM

Stafford High School Assistant Principal Benjamin Diggs has been named the 2023 Outstanding Secondary School Assistant Principal of Virginia by a panel of school leaders representing the Principal Awards Committee of the Virginia Association of Secondary School Principals (VASSP).

“Mr. Diggs embodies the spirit of our learning community,” said Stafford Schools Superintendent Dr. Thomas W. Taylor. “He is an exceptional leader, strong administrator, and sincere role model for students and staff. In addition to supporting others, he continually seeks personal growth opportunities in our school system. We are proud of him, and congratulate him on this truly worthy designation.”

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Luna is today’s ‘Take Me Home Tuesday’ pet

By Bekah Whittacre

Published January 24, 2023 at 9:00AM | Updated September 4, 2024 at 11:42AM

Luna is a spayed female German Shepherd estimated to be about 1 year and 3 months old. She came into our care through no fault of her own by having an accidental litter. Now that her pups are full-grown, she is ready to find her own home!

Luna would thrive in a home where someone is around most of the day and can give her all the attention she craves. She appears to be housebroken and loves to go for long walks. Luna weighs 72 lbs. and is fully vaccinated, microchipped, and up to date on preventatives.

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Call to Action: BEACON is recruiting volunteer educators, tutors

By Deshaun Jefferson

Published January 24, 2023 at 7:00AM | Updated September 4, 2024 at 11:42AM

[Photo: Habitat for Humanity Prince William County]

This new year, organizations are accepting volunteers willing to transport veterans, donate blood, teach language skills, and much more.

Greeting – They Served Us, Now You Can Serve Them! Volunteer Prince William needs Volunteer Drivers aged 21+ who can provide transportation for veterans and their spouses/widow to medical appointments, supermarkets, retail, and houses of worship. Volunteers must pass criminal background and driving record background checks, have valid Virginia driver’s licenses, and have a vehicle liability insurance policy. You’ll feel great as you make new friends while providing transportation to veterans who otherwise struggle to have their daily and medical needs met! Please email [email protected] to learn how you can get involved. This opportunity is made possible by a grant from Potomac Health Foundation.

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Expect delays on Route 17 in Stafford next 2 weeks

By Deshaun Jefferson

Published January 23, 2023 at 10:57AM | Updated September 4, 2024 at 11:42AM

Southbound Route 17 Business (Warrenton Road) in Stafford County will be reduced to a single travel lane between Heartfields Lane and Washington Street for a road maintenance project.

Work will occur during daytime hours for about two weeks, starting Tuesday, Jan. 24.

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MLK student orators deliver nonviolence message

By Bekah Whittacre

Published January 23, 2023 at 8:00AM | Updated September 4, 2024 at 11:42AM

Prince William County Public Schools student talent was displayed at the annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) Youth Oratorical Competition, and Program held virtually on January 16, 2023.

The event is held each year on the MLK holiday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sponsored by the Prince William County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (PWCAC-DST), the student speeches are one component of the celebration, now in its 38th year. The MLK Community Choir, made up of students in grades K-12, added thematic musical selections for the program.

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$24 million innovative intersection project approved in Manassas Park

By Deshaun Jefferson

Published January 20, 2023 at 3:15PM | Updated September 4, 2024 at 11:42AM

On January 17, 2023, the Commonwealth Transportation Board (CTB) voted to approve funding for Phase I of the Route 28 (Centreville Road) Innovative Intersections project from Manassas Drive to Spruce Street in Manassas Park.

The CTB approved over $24 million worth of funding for the Innovative Intersections project. This funding was approved after years of efforts from Delegate Danica Roem (D), the Manassas Park Governing Body, and the Manassas Park Government staff to secure funding to improve Route 28, the city stateed in a press release.

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Spanberger tours Germanna campus science buidling

By Bekah Whittacre

Published January 20, 2023 at 2:48PM | Updated September 4, 2024 at 11:42AM

On Thursday, January 19, 2023, Rep. Abigail Spanberger (D) toured Germanna Community College’s Virtual Hospital at its Locust Grove Campus in Orange County.

In December, she secured $251,000 to purchase equipment for the Robert C. O’Neill Wellness Clinic. The clinic will be part of a new Frank and Nancy Turnage Health Sciences Building at the Locust Grove Campus.