Robert W. Sessoms, M.D., has released a new 32-page paperback STEM book for children of color entitled Uncle Julius and the Science Gang. He says that he wrote the book because only 6% of all medical students are African Americans and he wants to encourage more children of color to pursue careers in STEM (Science, Technology, […]
by John Reid In this episode of the Elected & Engaged podcast, the City of Alexandria Councilman John Chapman talks with Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood about his life, service, and working in city government.
The congressional races in both CD-7 and CD-10 were some of the most contested primaries headed into today’s elections, and while the results were unsurprising, it sets up the potential for change in November. Congressional representative Abigail Spanberger plans for a gubernatorial run in 2025, the Republican and Democratic parties held their primaries in CD-7. […]
by John Reid As the primary races conclude, several candidates have prepared themselves for the competitive districts, especially Congressional District 7, which is currently run by Congressional Representative Abigail Spanberger. Among the hopefuls is Delegate Elizabeth Guzman. Recently, the three-time delegate spoke with the PW Perspective about her candidacy and how her experience will be […]
by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury A handful of Virginia school boards are exiting the Virginia School Board Association, the longest-running organization dedicated to supporting school boards in the commonwealth, over claims that it has failed to meet their needs and doesn’t align with their conservative values. Gina Patterson, executive director of VSBA, established in 1906, […]
by John Reid Those are the words of civil rights activist Joan Trumpauer Mulholland, whose Freedom Rider mugshot is one of the most iconic in American history. Today, she and her son Loki, an award-winning documentarian and author, visited Manassas Museum for their Juneteenth celebration. Featured in several books and documentaries, including “Eyes on the […]
The nonprofit, Virginia Women and Family Support Center (VAWFSC) provideslong-term housing to women and families experiencing homelessness. Virginia Women and Family Support Center (VAWFSC) is proud to announce the opening of its second house, which will house up to six women and their children at any given time. This new house is a result of […]
Courtesy of PWC Communications Prince William County launched the open response version of the 2024 Community Survey and wants to hear from all of its residents. The county has conducted community surveys since 1993. This is the first time the county has included an open response survey, providing an opportunity for all residents to have a voice […]
12 Legislators Named ‘Affordability Champions,’ 32 Named ‘Economic Security Allies’ Freedom Virginia Will Run Mail and Digital Ads Highlighting Key Leaders RICHMOND, Va. — Freedom Virginia — a non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to building a commonwealth where all families have the financial freedom to thrive — today released its 2024 Affordability Scorecard. This session, Freedom Virginia tracked votes […]
Sponsored by the Town of Dumfries The Town of Dumfries is excited to invite the community to celebrate Juneteenth at Garrison Parkon Wednesday, June 19th, from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, followed by spectacular fireworks display at 9:00 PM. This family-friendly event is free to attend and promises an afternoon of fun, entertainment, and celebration […]
