In a historical step to redress racism, the USDA was poised to issue $4 billion in debt relief to farmers of color. White farmers and banks pushed back and Black farmers are suffering as a result. This month, in a historic step to redress racism, the United States Department of Agriculture planned to begin issuing $4 […]
The nation’s first black female transplant surgeon says that while donated organs are allocated equitably along racial lines in America, African-Americans continue to face unique disadvantages in the life-saving process she has worked in since 1989. Velma Scantlebury told Zenger that the Black community needs greater awareness about the need for more organ donors among […]
Funding will support new construction and rehabilitation of 1,266 affordable and permanent supportive housing units Governor Ralph Northam yesterday announced more than $21 million in Affordable and Special Needs Housing loans for 24 projects across Virginia, creating or preserving 1,266 affordable housing units for low-income and extremely low-income households. The funding will improve access to […]
First Lady Pamela Northam kicks off Child Care Access Month of Action to raise awareness about new resources Governor Ralph Northam yesterday announced that Virginia families with young children will have improved access to quality, affordable child care through an extension of the expanded Child Care Subsidy Program. Earlier this year, Governor Northam signed House Bill […]
(Manassas, VA) The Prince William Health District’s mobile COVID-19 vaccine clinic visits Manassas Park and Manassas on Thursday, July 8, 2021. Upcoming Mobile Clinics: Thursday, July 8, 2021 Vaccines: Johnson & Johnson (18 and older) and Pfizer (12 and older) Walk-ups only; no appointments needed. Guapos (Manassas Park Shopping Center) 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 8498 Centerville Rd, Manassas […]
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VA – Prince William County offers resources to assist members of the public in staying cool when temperatures reach 95 degrees or higher and heat indices reach near 100 degrees. Today and tomorrow, July 6th and 7th, due to the forecasted high temperature of 97 degrees with heat index values anticipated to be as high […]
Kenshara Cravens, having a heart to alleviate the stress and pressure on patients and their loved ones, has written an easy-to-read handbook on how to approach healthcare. She has seen first-hand the strain felt by those needing the most care and compassion. In her debut project, Kenshara is making things a bit easier. Quick Guide […]
On July 1, a ban on electronic skill games went into effect in Virginia, garnering a firm response from various small business owners across the commonwealth who are pushing back against the ban. Yesterday, a judge heard arguments regarding such skill games after a group of six business owners in Norfolk and Virginia Beach sued […]
1971 document replaced regressive constitution in place since 1902 that enshrined segregation, disenfranchisement Governor Ralph Northam yesterday marked Constitution Day by visiting the Library of Virginia to view original copies of four of Virginia’s Constitutions and commemorate 50 years since the current Virginia Constitution took effect on July 1, 1971. Until 1971, the Virginia Constitution […]
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VA – Prince William County offers resources to assist members of the public in staying cool when temperatures reach 95 degrees or higher. Tomorrow, Wednesday, June 30, due to the forecasted high temperature of 97 degrees, with heat index values anticipated to be as high as 102 degrees, any member of the public who […]
