The Prince William Board of County Supervisors has selected Christopher Shorter to lead Prince William County government as its new County Executive, effective Jan. 3, 2023. Shorter will bring with him more than 18 years of experience in local government operations, to include extensive experience in strategic planning, organizational development and financial management. Most recently, […]
On a brisk October evening, the 7th District congressional campaign kicked into full gear as the race enters its final two weeks. The Truth and Courage PAC visited Montclair Tabernacle Church to host a rally in support of Coles District Supervisor Yesli Vega. It was an evening filled with a raucous crowd and campaign speeches […]
7 in 10 Worry About Voter Suppression Interfering with a Fair and Accurate Count Allen Media Group’s African American-focused news, lifestyle, and entertainment platform theGrio (www.thegrio.com) and KFF (the Kaiser Family Foundation) today released a joint national survey examining the mood and views of Black voters, the only in-depth public survey this election cycle focused […]
From humble openings more than 24 years ago, Grace Church is now hosting multitudes. Yesterday, the long-time pillar of Dumfries celebrated the opening of their newest facility on Van Buren Road. Hosting several vendors, including the town’s mayor Derrick Wood’s Dyvine BBQ, and joined by several visitors, it was an opportunity for everyone to see […]
Are you brave enough to weather the February elements in support of a worthy cause? If so, registration has opened for the 2023 Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Virginia. This year’s event is at Leesylvania State Park, 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Dr., Woodbridge (22191) on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. The Prince William County Police […]
Cindy Tawiah, founder of The Diva Project based in Baltimore County, Maryland, is celebrating her organization’s 15th anniversary of transforming the lives of women who have suffered from domestic abuse. Cindy is a nationally recognized entrepreneur known as the creator of the Diva by Cindy brand, the first natural hair care brand to launch a natural hair […]
They say that playing sports is 80% mental, 20% physical. In a season filled with expectations, the Freedom High School varsity football team are excelling in both areas. As the Eagles prepare for the arduous task of delivering the school’s first state championship, they have faced tremendous pressure, and with that pressure can come scrutiny […]
Many college students who were on track to graduate from Stratford University are realizing they will need to redo some of their studies or end them entirely following the recent closure of the for-profit institution. Mushiya Tshibaka, a former nursing student and mother of three, said she was only five classes shy of graduation when she got […]
WOODBRIDGE, Va. – Supervisor Margaret Angela Franklin at Tuesday’s meeting of the Prince William County Board of County Supervisors continues her efforts to combat gun violence in Prince William County. She issued a directive, without objection, for staff to determine the availability of federal funding for gun violence prevention programs and services. Specifically, Supervisor Franklin directed […]
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors recently commended and recognized the Omicron Zeta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. for 13 years of active service in Prince William County through its programs. The board recognized the fraternity for its commitment to the motto of “Culture for Service and Service for Humanity,” which […]
