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 […]
Sponsored by the Town of Dumfries DUMFRIES, VA — The Town of Dumfries is proud to announce its Second Annual Juneteenth Celebration, taking place on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM at Garrison Park, 17749 Main Street, Dumfries, VA 22026. This free, family-friendly event is open to all and will conclude […]
The following announcement is by Potomac Shores Future Leaders DEAR FUTURE LEADERS! Ready to Level Up Your Leadership Game? Join us for the Empowering the Next Generation Youth Leadership Conference 2025 – where ideas ignite, leaders are born, and fun is guaranteed! Date: May 31, 2025 Location: Potomac Shores Middle School Who: Middle and High School Students (Grades 6–12) Parents […]
The following article is sponsored by the Town of Dumfries Have a criminal record that’s holding you back? Join us on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 9 AM – 1 PM at the Clyde Washington Community Center for our annual Expungement Clinic. Get help from legal professionals Review your record & get guidance on next steps Early application fees sponsored (while funds last) $86 fee […]
Nationwide — May is deemed Mental Health Awareness Month. Dr. Linda J.M. Holloway, a Professor at Alabama State University, has taken a personal call to duty to speak out about mental health in the Black community. Often, mental health is viewed as a taboo topic to speak on, and many people suffer in silence.Dr. Holloway’s children’s […]
Created by Friends of Derrick Wood In honor of Black History Month 2025, Mayor Derrick Wood of Dumfries, Virginia sits down with Garnell Bates, a 97-year-old resident and the eldest living member of the Bates Family—believed to be the oldest free Black family in the area. In this powerful oral history interview, Mr. Bates shares […]
by Jennifer Roberts On April 29th, 2025, members of the Luther Jackson High School Alumni Association hosted “Luther Jackson High School and the Black Experience” at Annandale’s George Mason Library. Louvenia Johnson, Camille Washington Brown, Barbara Carter Wilks and Ronald Reeves (Bruno), all members of the alumni association spoke fondly about their experiences as students […]
by John Reid As Black Maternal Health Week continues, laws such as the Momnibus Act are being passed to address the crisis in maternal health, particularly with disparities in Black communities. Yesterday in Manassas at the George Mason University Prince William Campus, the VA Women and Family Support Center held their annual Maternal Health Workshop. […]
Habitat for Humanity Prince William County supports equitable access to affordable homeownership in Prince William County, Manassas, & Manassas Park. Manassas (April 7, 2025) – Habitat for Humanity Prince William County knows that a safe and affordable home has the power to transform the lives of families and is the cornerstone of strong communities. This month, Habitat […]
