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 […]
By Mayor Derrick R. Wood What if the next big thing in Dumfries didn’t come from outside developers, or distant decisions—but from you? What if Main Street came alive again—not someday, but soon? What if Quantico Creek became a place where your family could walk, relax, and celebrate what makes this town home? What if […]
by Mayor Derrick R. Wood Imagine a future Dumfries where families stroll down a vibrant Main Street filled with local shops and outdoor cafes. Where children play along the banks of Quantico Creek, and neighbors gather for concerts, farmers markets, and festivals. It’s a future within reach—and we now have an opportunity to make it […]
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 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 […]
Sponsored by the Prince William County Community Foundation Greetings, It’s that time of year again! We are preparing for our Back-to-School Community Event. On Saturday, August 2nd from 11am-2pm, the Foundation, in partnership with the Prince William County Schools, we will host our 5th Annual Back-to-School Community Event at Gar-Field High School in Woodbridge. This […]
by John Reid On the eve of two potential bills reaching their deadline which could help incarcerated persons, there are ways you can let your voice be heard to address what has been happening in places such as Virginia’s Red Onion and Wallers Ridge prisons. Tomorrow at 11:59pm is the deadline for Governor Youngkin to […]
By My Natural Me On Friday evening, March 14, 2025, My Natural Me hosted its 5th annual Coffee & Tea Chat at the Culture Cup in Gainesville, bringing together a vibrant community for a night of empowerment, networking, and heartfelt conversation. This signature event has become a staple for women seeking meaningful connections and personal […]
Katherine Mercurio Gotthardt, M.Ed., will read from her latest book—described as “a statement of the times”—and facilitate a workshop for writers and aspiring writers. Louisa County, Va: Write In Louisa, a group for writers and aspiring writers ages 18 and over, has announced that author and poet Katherine Mercurio Gotthardt, M.Ed., will read from her most recent […]
Sponsored by The Black Girl’s Guide to Healing Emotional Wounds There is so much on the line as the current administration is aiming to remove important initiatives our ancestors fought so hard to implement. Our inclusion, economic leverage, as well as crucial research that supports our community is all at risk. Join us on Tuesday, […]
