At 6:30 p.m., minority residents are expected to present their drawn maps that are expected to counter the lines drawn by officials that for the next 10 years will govern political boundaries and districts in the county. The presentation will be held at the Prince William County Government Center in Woodbridge.
A press release from the organizing group says minorities have for years been excluded from county services under previously drawn maps.
Kevin Lockland represented Kevin Kirk after a former Prince William County Park Ranger, Carillo Dean, shot and killed his 13-year-old son Connor, 15-year-old daughter Brittany, and his 45-year-old ex-wife Elizabeth inside of their Triangle home.
“I’ve spoken with the paramedics who worked the night of the shooting, and with the doctors at the hospital and learned that Brittany suffered a non-recoverable wound,” said Lockland.
Prince William County, Va. –– The man looking to unseat Prince William County Board Chairman Corey Stewart got a nod Monday from a seasoned Northern Virginia politician.
Democratic congressman Jim Moran (D-8th) endorsed Babur Lateef in his bid to become Prince William’s next board chair.
Woodbridge, Va. –– That short merge lane from Gordon Boulevard (Va. 123) onto Interstate 95 south will be extended.
If your green thumb is looking a little black around the edges the Prince William Master Gardeners can help.
Nancy Berlin, Natural Resources Specialist for the Virginia Cooperative Extension and Master Gardener Coordinator says that the Master Gardener program exists to cultivate a joy for gardening, not just plants. “We offer environmental education programs for all ages and skill levels, you don’t have to be a Master to get involved,” said Berlin.
Dale City, Va. –– Virginia State Police on Thursday made good on their promise to remove a band of homeless campers in Dale City.
Woodbridge, Va. –– In less than 24 hours, those who live in a homeless camp along Interstate 95 in Dale City will be forced to leave.
Woodbridge, Va. –– There’s long been talk of a commuter ferry in North Woodbridge, wider roads and new urbanized construction. Now officials will hold a meeting to discuss how to redevelop the area.
Woodbridge, Va. –– Political season in Woodbridge kicks off next month with an appearance from Gov. Robert F. McDonnell.
Woodbridge, Va. –– A woman is behind bars charged with having sex with a 14-year-old boy.
