This week, the Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department (OWL VFD) proudly unveils its newest community initiative: a Little Free Library dedicated to Assistant Chief Michael Clark. Located in front of Station 14, the library is a tribute to Chief Clark’s 35 years of service, commitment to education, and lifelong dedication to the OWL VFD. Rescue Chief […]
by Quintessa Williams When Vice President Kamala Harris replaced President Joe Biden at the top of the Democratic presidential ticket, she became the first woman of color with a realistic shot at the presidency and an instant inspiration to Black women — some of whom raised $1.3 million on her behalf in just a few […]
by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury While Virginia leaders tout improvements in public education, they are still working to address achievement gaps, facility improvements and the diverse needs of students and educators. However, recommendations in Project 2025 — a conservative plan for how the country should operate if a Republican wins the White House — if […]
Santia Deck, the first African American female athlete to sign a multi-million dollar deal to play football, is making history again. This time, she has launched, HerLocker, the world’s first innovative online marketplace designed exclusively for female athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Fulfilling the economic empowerment initiative of Santia’s previously launched platform, Winning Her Way, for female […]
Prince William County is set to host the Solheim Cup at the acclaimed Robert Trent Jones Golf Club from Sept. 10 to Sept. 15, 2024. This international event will feature the top 12 women golfers from the United States competing against the top 12 from Europe, drawing in thousands of visitors and generating significant economic […]
Black Breastfeeding Week, the only national health campaign with an explicit national focus on improving Black maternal and infant health through breastfeeding, is celebrating its 12th year from August 25-31. The awareness effort was created in response to the gaping racial disparities in breastfeeding rates that have existed for over 40 years, despite the proven […]
Manassas, VA – Habitat for Humanity Prince William is excited to announce the launch of its 30th Anniversary Campaign, 100 Days of Thanksgiving, to celebrate and raise funds for an ambitious round of projects serving low-income families in the Greater Prince William region. The campaign seeks to raise $100,000 in the one hundred days leading up to Thanksgiving. During […]
Join Mayor Derrick Wood as he interviews Vice Mayor Chuck Frye Jr. of Fredericksburg. In this episode, Chuck discusses his proactive approach to tackling crime through the country’s only gun give-back program and his pivotal role in removing the slave block from Main Street. Discover how his leadership is driving change and inspiring others to […]
by Aziah Siid A new school year can be difficult: no matter how many “first days” families may have experienced — or summer work packets teachers have handed out — walking into a new school year is something neither students nor families can fully prepare for. The 2024 school year will pass crucial milestones, including the end of federal […]
by Jennifer Roberts When the English set sail from Europe in the early 1600’s, they left in search of freedom. They sought freedom over their lives and were willing to brave the unknown in search of it. Some Europeans sought riches, others sought religious freedom and I would imagine that some sought both. They formulated […]
