by John Reid On Friday, 7th District Congressional candidate Eugene Vindman began his ‘Shop Tour’ by visiting two locally Black-owned businesses in Woodbridge. The focus was to hear from local citizens about their concerns as the upcoming elections begin. His first stop was at Fresh Unisex Barbershop & Salon in Dumfries. Joining him was Woodbridge […]
by Nathaniel Cline, Virginia Mercury After a years-long input process, the Virginia Board of Education approved its newly designed Standards of Accreditation regulations on Thursday. These regulations simplify how schools are rated and allow the state to separate accountability from accreditation. A final vote on the accountability system is expected at next month’s board meeting. The accountability […]
by Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood In this episode, Mayor Derrick Wood interviews Victor Angry, who shares his incredible journey from military service to local leadership. Learn how Victor transitioned from the battlefield to public office and his insights on community engagement, overcoming challenges, and leading with dedication. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: • Victor Angry’s […]
by John Reid Nsa baako nkura adesoa: A burden is lighter when many people carry it. This proverb is used to govern social infrastructure in Ghana, and some say it could also have positive effects on mental health. Through the singing of Tema Choir USA, they bring healing and empowerment to the Prince William County community. […]
by Jennifer Roberts I hope that you are doing well and that you are enjoying the summer. The Sawubona School of Excellence, our community’s only Afrocentric preschool, is looking forward to serving our youngest learners and their families this fall. We want to get to know you and we want you to get to know us. Join us for […]
by Rod Hall As you begin planning your summer getaways, if you live in Northern Virginia, one of your first considerations will definitely be transportation. Because we live in one of the most congested areas in the nation, how to get where we want to go always tops the list when making travel plans. Most […]
by Jennifer Porter Gore, Word in Black Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democrats’ presumptive presidential nominee, called for police reforms after the death of Sonia Massey, an unarmed Black woman shot to death by a white officer in her own home in Springfield, Illinois, after reporting a possible burglar. Massey “deserved to be safe” at […]
by John Reid After getting elected to city council in 2018, only for her to become the first Black woman to be elected Mayor two years later, she has navigated through several challenges, and the city has thrived. Now, as she seeks re-election, she sat down with the PW Perspective about her journey so far, […]
by Dumfries Mayor Derrick Wood Dear PW Perspective Readers, Human trafficking is a serious issue that demands our collective attention and action. It affects communities worldwide, including right here in Northern Virginia. As the Mayor of Dumfries, I am calling upon every member of our community to join us in combating this terrible crime. On […]
by Zayd Hamid Following the announcement of President Joe Biden withdrawing from the 2024 presidential campaign, young voters are making their voices heard. Several students and recent alumni spoke with the PW Perspective’s Zayd Hamid regarding President Biden suspending his campaign and subsequently endorsing Vice President Harris. Recognizing the historic accomplishments of the Biden-Harris administration, […]
