On Monday, Oct. 21, The Rose Gaming Resort in Dumfries enjoyed a “soft” opening event that gave the first visitors to take a closer look at the much anticipated gaming location in Dumfries.

Retrace the route Confederate forces led by Gen.“Stonewall” Jackson’ covered on their historic 55-mile march to Manassas Junction. Manassas (VA) National Battlefield Park interpreters are organizing a special "by reservation only" bus tour to coincide with the 150th anniversary of the historic march.

For moms on Mother's Day and for Dads on Father's Day, the Manassas Museum, home of history in this small, unique Virginia city, is offering free admission.

Hundreds of volunteers - some in boats and some on land removed trash, debris, old tires, a car fender and even a broken sailboat during a massive cleanup effort of the Occoquan River and its banks in Manassas, Woodnridge, Occoquan and Fairfax VA on Saturday, April 28. The river is the source of drinking water for much of Prince William County as well as a recreational area.

Heritage Classic Charity, Inc. of Gainesville VA was honored for its work in raising funds to fight cancer and aid cancer research as the recipient of the first "Gainesville Hero" award recently instituted by Gainesville Supervisor Pete Candland.

Need an idea for the $10 a week "Buy Local" challenge? The Virginia Department of Agriculture says to look for Virginia Grown horticulture products at a nursery or greenhouse nearby.

The local law enforcement/hospital take-back initiative in conjunction with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency was held April 28 to prevent pill abuse and theft. According to the DEA, the initiative seeks to stop prescription drug abuse as well as accidental poisonings and overdoses.

A Memorial and Tribute Service, including a candlelight vigil, for fallen law enforcement officers who lived, or served, in greater Prince William County will be held May 9 in Prince William County VA.

How Virginia should spend $10.5 billion on transportation modes of all descriptions over the next six fiscal years will be the subject of a public hearing on May 3 at 5:30 p.m. at tee VDOT office in Fairfax VA