by John Reid “History is not the past. It is the present. We carry our history with us. We are our history-” James Baldwin. Dr. Tom Alexander Jr. understands the importance of not only learning Black history but also teaching it. His journey has taken him from serving on the battlefield, to the classroom, and […]
by John Reid Yesterday at the Open Space Arts Center at Stonebridge Town Center in Woodbridge, Supervisor Margaret Franklin hosted the 4th annual Black History Month “African Americans & The Arts” presentation. Joining Franklin for the panel was Denise McPhail, Executive Director of The Creative and Performing Arts Center, Herb Williams, Director of the Prince […]
by Queenie McLean In celebration of Black History Month, we shine a spotlight on Darren Foster, a remarkable resident of Prince William County, Virginia. Originally from Detroit and a military veteran, Foster has made the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia) his home for the past 24 years. As a person of color with […]
by John Reid According to their website, the Phoenix Phoundation, created by Makya Little, “creates community partnerships to provide preventative training resources and wrap-around services for youth and survivors of domestic violence. Training includes financial literacy and credit counseling, spiritual counseling, trauma therapy, physical therapy, and career and life coaching.” In partnership with organizations such […]
by John Reid OCTAH, which stands for ‘Our Collective Trauma and Healing,’ provides mental health education, resources, and support for women and families who are dealing with mental health challenges. This is done through their wellness boutique, which connects wellness specialists in need of support, as well as helping small businesses. Starting on January 7, […]
Woodbridge, VA – Future-Kings.org, a Northern Virginia-based non-profit organization, wonthe Second Annual “Hard Problem” Challenge at the Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation,and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) on Nov. 29. This conference is the largest of its kind in theworld. Future Kings’ participation demonstrates a dedication to working with academic partnersacross the country to “engineer great futures” by increasing […]
Just in Time for the Holidays – First Dedicated Gluten Free Establishment Opens in Old Town Manassas Manassas, VA — A Prince William County farmers market favorite opens their doors in Old Town Manassas just in time for the holidays. Honey and Ivy Gluten Free began selling at the Manassas Farmers Market last season. They have […]
Historic Downtown Manassas is welcoming an exciting addition to its vibrant community with the opening of Dabble, a Creative Reuse Center, located at 9100 Church Street, Suite 101. Dabble is set to become a hub for creativity, sustainability, and community engagement, offering a unique space for local residents to explore their artistic potential and contribute […]
by Queenie McLean Tucked away in a plush salon suite, 12509 Dillingham Square Suites 110 & 112, Woodbridge, Virginia 22192, off of Old Bridge Rd, is one of the most ambitious businesswomen in Prince William County. Ms. Tanishia Primm founded Brown Sugar Suites, formerly known as Brown Sugar Hair Salon. I stopped by Brown Sugar […]
On Thursday, October 26th, Mayor Derrick Wood hosted the “Your Business, Your Voice” community Business Roundtable in Dumfries. This event provided local businesses and organizations with a platform to express their concerns, needs, and showcase their contributions to the community. The key focus areas of this roundtable were: A standout outcome of this gathering was […]
