by Virginia Mercury In a split opinion on transparency laws, the Supreme Court of Virginia on Thursday upheld a more expansive definition of what counts as a public meeting of government officials. The case, which centered on an impromptu meeting that took place in Prince William County to discuss local unrest in May 2020 after the police […]
The Special Occasions Band’s mission is to put on a show everyone will enjoy. The 11-to-13-piece band, based out of Manassas, is the next act lined up for the Fridays at 5 Summer Concert Series on Friday, May 19, at the Sean T. Connaughton Plaza at the McCoart Government Center. The concert starts at […]
by Melanie Wiest As it stands, firearms are allowed in parks and public places where families and children gather. The Board of Supervisors has the power to change this and improve the safety for Prince William County residents. Banning firearms from park property, apart from law enforcement, is essential to protecting the people who use […]
Interested in free naloxone and training on how to use it? Need information about how to apply for Medicaid? Do you have questions about mental health or substance use recovery? Please join us to learn more about naloxone, meet with peer supports, enjoy a snack in a friendly and supportive environment and get resources for […]
by Makeba White Chanay Every parent has a single priority in their lives, and it is to find the best available opportunities to help their children have a wonderful life. Whether we are parents yet or not, we would all want our children to have the best life could offer, to lead healthy, happy, and […]
Governor, First Lady, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, General Assembly Leaders and Cabinet Officials Join with Students and Community Leaders to Battle Epidemic RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin, First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin, and state and local officials recognized May 9, 2023, as National Fentanyl Awareness Day in Virginia with the signing of a sweeping executive […]
by Virginia Mercury It’s a drumbeat these days in the party of Big MAGA: Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is something to be despised, defeated and destroyed. In the past couple of weeks, Virginia’s most powerful Republicans have joined the parade by pandering in a legislative election year to the GOP’s white, anti-DEI base. First, […]
by Carried to Full Term Join Haymarket Jazzercise and Carried To Full Term for our Move With Mom – Mothers Day Dance Party Celebration and help raise funds for pregnant and homeless women in crisis. In honor of Mother’s Day, make a difference in the lives of Moms! Join us for our first Move With […]
In 2019, the Virginia Supreme Court authorized court systems to create veterans’ treatment dockets to help veterans who become involved with the criminal justice system. “It’s a problem-solving docket designed to address veterans’ issues that may cause a veteran to become justice-involved,” said Prince William County Criminal Justice Services Senior Probation-Pretrial Officer Christopher Mayers. “It […]
by Prince William Parks, Recreation & Tourism The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping and the weather is finally warming up as we head into May. With the warmer weather comes pool season, and more outdoor activities. Looking for things to do this month? We’ve got you covered with a little something for everyone. […]
