PW Perspective is excited to announce our endorsement of Idris O’Connor for Coles District Supervisor. O’Connor is the Democratic nominee for Coles District Supervisor, and he is a proven leader within our community. He believes Prince William County can help lead Virginia into the future by providing a world-class education for every student and creating […]
by John Reid As tensions continue to rise in the Middle East during the latest Israel-Palestine conflict, the Prince William County Human Rights Commission, along with members of the Jewish community, met on Monday evening at the Dr. A.J. Ferlazzo Auditorium in Woodbridge. The Commission held a forum to address antisemitism and bigotry in the […]
by John Reid Back in 2021, early voters were given an opportunity to participate in the voting process on Sundays as “Souls to the Polls” took place throughout the state. Yesterday in Prince William County at several locations, this year’s event saw a multitude of voters come out and let their voices be heard. It […]
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors recently saw a staff presentation on the Small Business Project Management program (SBPM), which is aimed at helping small businesses obtain permits more efficiently. The Prince William County Department of Development Services created its Commercial Project Management Program in 2013 to help businesses through the permitting process. The […]
by John Reid A beautiful fall morning at Forest Greens Golf Club in Triangle was the scene for a gathering of community leaders and supporters. Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood and Potomac District Supervisor hosted the first annual “Teeing Up Fore Progress” event. It was an opportunity to meet with the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) organizations […]
While overt antisemitism and bigotry don’t often emerge in Prince William County, it pays to raise awareness of the issues. Antisemitism is prejudice, hatred, discrimination, violence and oppression aimed at Jewish people. The Human Rights Office will host a free forum with a panel discussion at 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 23, at the Dr. […]
In the face of ongoing challenges to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education, a groundbreaking new book titled Black Women’s Pathways to Executive Academic Leadership has been released, offering a powerful and timely exploration of the experiences and challenges faced by Black women leaders in community colleges, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and predominantly White […]
In a visionary quest to reverse the staggering loss of land and property faced by African Americans over the centuries, Kelvin Harris, a dedicated financial consultant, real estate investor, and author, has embarked on a mission that could redefine the trajectory of African American communities nationwide. With a profound vision of how crowdfunding can be a […]
Carly and Kristy McDowell decided to become foster parents a couple of years ago. Recently, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, or COG, named the McDowells as foster parents of the year in Prince William County. Being named foster parents of the year requires commitment to the children and a willingness to be a part […]
by John Reid Join Conversations in the Community for tomorrow’s virtual conversation, “Alternatives to Public School: What Options Do Parents Have?” CITC founder Jennifer Roberts will be joined by Sheri Payne, Director of Leadership Support & Homeschool Support Assistant for Home Educators Association of Virginia (www.heav.org). Invite a family member, neighbor, friend or co-worker to participate in this important […]
