by Markus Schmidt, Virginia Mercury A proposal to close and consolidate two voting precincts in Appomattox County has sparked concerns about voter access and racial equity, as the changes would disproportionately impact Black and minority voters. The county’s Board of Elections made the request at the Jan. 21, 2025, Board of Supervisors meeting, targeting precinct […]
by Prince William Office of Communications and Engagement In response to the recent federal workforce reductions, Prince William County has launched a comprehensive online resource page to assist those affected. The page provides information on employment opportunities, career support, workforce training, housing and financial counseling, food security and mental health services. Prince William County is […]
MelanBrand Skin, the groundbreaking skincare brand founded by Patrice Chappelle and her 14-year-old son, Bron Echols, has introduced a new product to the market: MelanGrow Scalp & Hair Oil. This vegan, non-toxic solution is designed to address scalp concerns, dryness, and dandruff while promoting healthy, nourished hair for children ages five and up and adults […]
by Prince William Office of Community Safety In a continued effort to enhance support for the homeless population, the Office of Community Safety, the Department of Social Services, and H.U.G.S. joined the conversation hosted by the Prince William Committee of 100 to discuss proactive strategies for addressing homelessness and panhandling. The meeting emphasized the commitment […]
The following article is by Terry Turner, and with permission by Consumer Notice.org Back in 2020, the PW Perspective ran an article on how Black women suffered workplace hair discrimination. However, using chemical hair straighteners to conform to spoken and unspoken rules comes at a significant cost, including scalp damage, pain and an increased risk […]
by Charlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury For the first time in her career, Nichole Wardlaw feels like policymakers are finally listening — not just to her, but to Black maternal health professionals and the patients they serve. “I feel like I’ve been seen and heard, and I’ve been doing this work for a long time,” […]
by National Council of Negro Women Centreville, Virginia – The New Dominion Section of the National Council of Negro Women (NDS-NCNW) is awarding four scholarship opportunities to graduating high school seniors in our service area, which includes the counties of western Fairfax, western Prince William, Loudoun, and Fauquier. Students who are interested in viewing the […]
As major retailers and funding programs scale back or abandon their Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, Chef Claude Booker, Founder and CEO of Soul Food Starters, is stepping up with a powerful alternative. Through its Fundraising Partnership Program, his Black-owned brand now enables communities to raise funds for their organizations while supporting a business that […]
by John Reid “Welcome Home!” That’s the first thing you see when you enter Down Home Comfort Cafe, one of the newest Black-owned restaurants in Woodbridge. Already visited by several people in the area, including local officials, we decided what better place to spend Valentine’s Day? So we did, and what an experience! Once we […]
by Zayd Hamid As the Virginia General Assembly session progresses, George Mason University students are preparing for their annual advocacy day to Richmond on February 12th. Since 2013, they have met with legislators to share their higher education experiences in support of GMU’s priorities. Kaylee Fernandez, the lead student organizer for Mason Lobbies 2025, underscores […]
