In a rousing 2025 State of the Town Address that had residents and dignitaries on their feet, Mayor Derrick Wood proclaimed a new era for Virginia’s oldest Town: one rooted in vision, powered by partnerships, and fueled by measurable progress. America’s oldest Town declares victory over decades of being bypassed, unveils bold future that will […]
Woodbridge, Va.- Today the Prince William Board of County Supervisors enacted a landmark housing ordinance that would help address the county’s growing housing challenges. The Affordable Housing Ordinance is the culmination of a multi-year effort to ensure that Prince William County remains a place where residents of all ages, incomes, and backgrounds can thrive. This […]
When: Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 6:00pm Where: Powells Creek Room, McCoart Government Center, 1 County Complex Ct, Woodbridge, VA Woodbridge, Va.–Supervisors Margaret Franklin and Kenny Boddye, along with leadership of VOICE, will hold a joint press conference at 6:00pm today after the Prince William Board of County Supervisors vote on the proposed Affordable Dwelling Unit (AfDU) Ordinance […]
by the Prince William Office of Equity and Inclusion Prince William County invites residents and visitors to the Juneteenth & Me Festival on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 4 – 9 p.m. at the Pfitzner Stadium, 7 County Complex Court in Woodbridge. Attendees will experience an unforgettable evening of performances, education and empowerment, celebrating Black […]
by John Reid Recently, the PW Perspective spoke with Sentara’s Community Benefit Project Manager Ashlie Watts on their partnership with the Prince William County Community Foundation as the award-winning organization prepares for its upcoming Back to School Event. Watts spoke about what it meant to support the PWCCF as a sponsor? “We are excited to […]
by Quintessa Williams Without school-based support, Black students face greater emotional distress, academic declines, and rising suicide risks. Research shows that suicide rates among Black youth have climbed by nearly 37% over the past five years, with Black teens now reporting higher attempt rates than their white and Hispanic peers. At the same time, Black and Native […]
In addition to the summer camp, their organization, Junior Wallstreeters, has also announced a financial-wellness workshop with author Michael Harriot Nationwide — Kevon Chisolm and his teenage son, Kamari, the founders of Junior Wallstreeters, Inc., have unveiled a double-header of programming designed to fight learning loss, narrow the racial wealth gap, and build the next generation […]
by Jennifer Roberts On Thursday, May 22nd, George C. Wolfe’s “The Colored Museum” opened at Savannah College of Art & Design’s Atlanta campus to a sold-out show. The cast included Prince William County’s own Genesis B. Graves, a 2024 graduate of Charles J. Colgan High School, who also trained at The Governor’s School Intensive Program. Graves is a […]
by John Reid One of the more hotly contested races in Virginia is the Democratic nomination for Lieutenant Governor, and on Thursday at the Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Building in Woodbridge, the six candidates who are vying for the seat met for a public town hall to discuss critical issues, ranging from the economy to the […]
WOODBRIDGE, Va. – Supervisor Margaret Angela Franklin of the Woodbridge Magisterial District expresses her deep sorrow at the passing of Congressman Gerald Connolly. “Congressman Connolly was a strong and supportive partner in getting things done for our community,” said Supervisor Franklin. “He was a courageous fighter achieving the goals that mattered most to the people of Woodbridge […]
