Najah Roberts, a trailblazer in the cryptocurrency space and the owner of the first Black woman-owned brick-and-mortar Bitcoin Bank, has released a groundbreaking new book, Queens in Crypto: A Black Woman’s Guide to Ruling Digital Assets. This powerful guide is designed to give African American women access to the wealth-building opportunities that are evolving in the […]
by Prince William County Communications Last year’s first-ever Lit Con was a huge success, helping to introduce thousands of people to graphic novels and manga. Prince William Public Libraries is excited to bring Lit Con back from April 21–May 4. This year’s Lit Con will once again celebrate and feature these genres with programs, activities, and […]
by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury U.S. Education Department suggests permanently altering Public Service Loan Forgiveness, income-based repayment programs Lawmakers and education advocates fear changes to student aid programs being solicited by the U.S. Department of Education, including altering Public Service Loan Forgiveness and income-based repayment plans, could hurt students, especially the neediest seeking support to […]
by Mayor Derrick R. Wood Picture this. It’s a Saturday morning in Dumfries. You stroll down a reimagined Main Street—lined with small businesses and brightened by public art. A local bakery is setting out fresh pastries while a vendor booth offers handmade soaps and crafts. Kids skip past you, heading for the waterfront trail where […]
by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury The U.S. Department of Education is putting Virginia schools on notice, warning they could lose federal funding and face further investigation if they fail to comply with parental rights laws. On Friday, the department directed Virginia and other states to submit documentation proving compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act […]
Empowering Youth with Financial Wellness Through Digital Innovation Nationwide — Junior Wallstreeters, a Black-owned non-profit organization, is proud to announce a special virtual presentation in honor of Financial Literacy Month titled “Introduction to Cryptocurrency: Can Investing in Cryptocurrency and Other Digital Platforms Help Address the Racial Wealth Gap?” The event will take place via Zoom on […]
by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury Virginia’s 23 community colleges will be required to ensure all of their programs and practices comply with federal regulations to ensure everyone is treated fairly and equally, ending policies that promote diversity, equity and inclusion. The decision by the Virginia Community College System’s State Board is in response to President […]
By: Zayd Hamid, contributing writer for the PW Perspective For the twelfth consecutive year, George Mason University students met with Virginia legislators to advocate for their and their university’s budget priorities. Mason Lobbies 2025 occurred on February 12th, but due to weather complications, it happened virtually rather than in Richmond. Despite the weather complications, George […]
by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury With the federal government attempting to shut down the Department of Education, Virginia is now considering how the move will impact operations in the commonwealth. State Democrats and some parents and advocates have expressed concern with President Donald Trump’s signing on Thursday of the executive order directing U.S. Secretary of […]
by Prince William Office of Communications and Engagement In response to the recent federal workforce reductions, Prince William County has launched a comprehensive online resource page to assist those affected. The page provides information on employment opportunities, career support, workforce training, housing and financial counseling, food security and mental health services. Prince William County is […]
