By Dr. Sherman Gillums Jr., University of Dayton The results of my recently published research revealed that a person’s first name does more than individualize one’s identity or function as a primary interface with society. This lifelong label can also insinuate one’s ethnicity, family history, and community of origin to others. Reactions to what a parent […]
Sponsored by the PWCDC Latino Caucus Bring your sign and join us to make your voice heard! Dear Members, We are excited to announce a Pop-Up Rally to denounce Project 2025! Your presence and voice are crucial in making a strong statement against this Republican initiative. Date: 24th July 2024 Time: 06:00PM – 08:00PM Location: Intersection of 123 […]
In her groundbreaking debut novel Jaded Choyce, author Shaynuh Sloane exposes the systemic racism, sexism, and toxicity festering in many government agencies through the riveting story of Chloe Choyce, a Black single mother whose career dreams are shattered by a hostile work environment. The book cover features an image of a Black woman in professional attire, […]
Courtesy of Serve Our Willing Warriors Ladies and Gentlemen: Start Your Engines! Enjoy over 200 Corvettes and Classic Cars at the 5th Annual Vettes for Vets Car Show on Saturday, July 20 from 10 am – 2 pm on the Retreat Grounds! Event Timeline –8 – 9 am Car Registration10 am Event Opens/Open House Begins12 […]
Courtesy of Prince William County Communications Prince William County is working to provide access to high-speed broadband to unserved and underserved areas across the county. The county awarded a contract to Verizon, following a competitive procurement process, to install fiber-optic infrastructure to 470 areas in the county. The project is expected to be completed by […]
by Kelcie Moseley-Morris, Virginia Mercury As part of President Joe Biden’s initiative to reduce maternal mortality rates and improve health outcomes in underserved communities, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced new policy proposals that would require hospitals to adhere to more rigorous maternal care standards or risk losing their ability to participate in Medicare. According […]
by Jake Bittle, Grist Princeville, North Carolina, the oldest community in the United States founded by formerly enslaved people, has been trapped in a cycle of disaster and disinvestment for decades. The town of around 1,200 people sits on a plain below the banks of the Tar River, and it has flooded more than a […]
In the latest episode, Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood talks with Jocelyn Route, who has made a significant impact as a parent, Council Member, and School Board Member in Bladensburg, Maryland. Jocelyn shares her experiences, challenges, and unique insights from balancing these roles and advocating for education and community well-being. Viewers will find out more about: […]
Courtesy of Prince William County Communications The Neabsco Mills Road Widening Project was officially completed with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The $34.3-million project, funded with federal, state, regional and local money, involved widening Neabsco Mills Road from Smoke Court to U.S. 1 to create a four-lane, divided roadway with a sidewalk and shared-use path on both […]
On July 17 at Georgetown South in Manassas, My Natural Me will host a new program designed to help teenage girls and their parents with empowerment and positive self-imagery. The nonprofit organization focuses on providing specialized programs and resources to address mental health, caregiving responsibilities, career demands, and financial literacy. The program will cover essential […]
