“The Colored Museum” at SCAD Atlanta Features One of PWC’s Own

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 […]

Supervisor Margaret Angela Franklin Expresses Condolences on the Passing of Congressman Gerald Connolly

WOODBRIDGE, Va. – Supervisor Margaret Angela Franklin of the Woodbridge Magisterial District expresses her deep sorrow at the passing of Congressman Gerald Connolly. “Congressman Connolly was a strong and supportive partner in getting things done for our community,” said Supervisor Franklin. “He was a courageous fighter achieving the goals that mattered most to the people of Woodbridge […]

Garnell Bates Reflects on Batestown Legacy

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 […]

“Slavers Gonna’ Slave”

by Jennifer Roberts A few weeks ago, someone asked me if I knew that officials from Donald Trump’s administration had scrubbed Dorie Miller, a Black Navy hero, from the Pentagon’s website.  I said, “No, I didn’t know that.”  Before this conversation, I had never heard of Dorie Miller but my next thought was, “Slavers gonna’ […]

Habitat for Humanity PWC Promotes Equitable Homeownership in National Campaign

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 […]