The pandemic brought a lot of loss, but there were also success stories, especially in the Black community and entrepreneurship. Robin Hayes Wishom didn’t let the pandemic or losing her job stop her from fulfilling her dreams. Robin shared with me how she started her business and includes a message for the community. Tell us […]
Prince William County and surrounding cities are rich in small businesses that are providing amazing products and services to the community. We sat down with local business owner Kyrston Jones to discuss her business, K. Chante’ Aromas. What is K. Chante’ Aromas? K. Chante’ Aromas is a home fragrance business specializing in soy wax candles, […]
From humble openings more than 24 years ago, Grace Church is now hosting multitudes. Yesterday, the long-time pillar of Dumfries celebrated the opening of their newest facility on Van Buren Road. Hosting several vendors, including the town’s mayor Derrick Wood’s Dyvine BBQ, and joined by several visitors, it was an opportunity for everyone to see […]
Are you brave enough to weather the February elements in support of a worthy cause? If so, registration has opened for the 2023 Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Virginia. This year’s event is at Leesylvania State Park, 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Dr., Woodbridge (22191) on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023. The Prince William County Police […]
FREE and open to Veterans, Servicemembers, military family members, and military caregivers. Create custom-made sneaker sculptures based on the Jordan 5 using paper, fabric, and other unique materials. Templates and instruction will be provided to participants, who will use their own materials, including photos, packaging, shopping bags, posters, wallpaper, and more! This step-by-step process led […]
Elethia Gay, the Founder of AlexanderQ is bringing Hiking For Hope to Manassas! Hiking for Hope is an exciting wellness event that brings awareness to our power to heal collectively when putting self, health, and community at the forefront. The event features two hiking distances followed by music, a hip-hop dance class, yoga, meditation, and […]
Dumfries leader the Honorable Betty Covington will be among the honorees at the 2022 Mayor’s Choice Community Awards, part of Mayor Derrick Wood’s 3rd Annual Community Awards and Community Scholarship Ball on Saturday, October 8, 2022. Betty D. Covington served Prince William County Public Schools for more than 50 years, as a classroom teacher, assistant […]
It is written, “Do not despise small beginnings.” As the Prince William County Community Foundation prepared for another year of their annual PWC Gives! fundraiser, all signs pointed to a potential downshift in giving to aid nonprofits. Whether it was the rising inflation costs, or a myriad of other factors, the amount of participants in […]
On Sunday, August 21st, DMV Business Crossing Network and PW Perspective hosted their 1st Annual Conference & Award Ceremony. The event was a tremendous success! The speakers delivered top of the line presentations! Dr. Oliver T. Reid opened up the event with an amazing presentation on writing your book and encouraged participants to write their […]
PWCCF President Dr. Vanessa Gattis prepares for another year of PWC Gives! One of the pre-eminent charitable organizations within Prince William County is giving a platform for the community to give back to help those in need. Prince William County Community Foundation founder and president Dr. Vanessa Gattis spoke with the PW Perspective about the […]
