by Charlie Paullin, Virginia Mercury Brownfields, previously disturbed lands that present environmental concerns but could be turned into future economic development projects, may soon be cleaned up and repurposed in some Virginia communities, following a fresh infusion of federal funds. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency awarded $1 million each to the towns of Dublin and […]
Today, the office of Governor Glenn Youngkin issued the following statement on a new executive order regarding the use of cell phones in public schools: “Given the increasing evidence of the impact cell phone and social media usage has on education and youth mental health, Governor Glenn Youngkin today issued Executive Order 33, which directs the […]
by John Reid On Thursday, July 4th Dale City held their 56th annual Independence Day parade. Cascading down Dale Boulevard, it was a celebration of America’s diversity. Besides the more than 120 parade entrants, there was one former Vietnam veteran handing out both American and POW-MIA flags to those watching on the hot summer day. […]
by Graham Moomaw, Virginia Mercury Gov. Glenn Youngkin has called for more transparency as the state looks for new ways to handle the growing costs of a program that provides tuition-free college to spouses and children of military veterans killed or disabled as a result of their service. However, Youngkin’s administration isn’t practicing full transparency […]
by John Reid As the calendar rolls into July, several laws which Governor Glenn Youngkin has signed goes into effect. Below are just a few of the new laws: Child Marriage: Virginia is now the first Southern state to abolish child marriage. The legal age of marriage is now 18 years old and in addition, […]
Courtesy of Prince William County Communications Linda Cheeks was recently named as a Foster Parent of the Year from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, or COG. COG recognizes foster parents from 10 local jurisdictions for their dedication to foster youth across the DC region. Cheeks has been opening her home to foster one or two children […]
by Charlotte Rene Woods, Virginia Mercury Democrats are finally talking about the Comstock Act — and they are finally trying to repeal it. The act is a dormant 19th century federal law that’s still technically on the books and could be used to implement a national abortion ban. Named for activist Anthony Comstock who pushed […]
Courtesy of Prince William County Communications The Prince William County Department of Social Services is getting ready to relaunch its Fatherhood Initiative in an effort to help fathers more effectively engage with their children. The program was put on hold during the pandemic but is scheduled to resume later this year. The Department of Social […]
Courtesy of Prince William County Communications The Crime Prevention Unit of the Police Department is hosting a Securing Your House of Worship training for faith-based organizations on Thursday, June 27, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Paul T. White Jr. Western District Station, 8900 Freedom Center Blvd., Manassas (20110). The informative session […]
This article is sponsored by the Prince William County Community Foundation The Prince William County Community Foundation (PWCCF) is thrilled to announce that it has been selected as a 2024-2025 recipient of the esteemed Howard L. Greenhouse Large Grant Continuation by the Potomac Health Foundation. This significant award will support the ongoing efforts of the […]
