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PWC Clerk of Court Jackie Smith introduces first newsletter known as The Circuit
FROM Jackie Smith, Prince William Clerk of Court 11/27/24 / Breaking News / Local Government /
In the first edition, readers will discover several public services the Clerk's Office offesr at the courthouse and within the community. This issue highlights programs available to residents, outlines the processes for obtaining public services, and shares upcoming community events.
More people riding commuter and express buses in Interstate 66 corridor, new report shows
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FROM Northern Virginia Transportation Commission 06/19/18 / Breaking News / Local Government / Money & Taxes / State Government / Transportation /
Commuter and express bus routes in the Interstate 66 corridor are showing significant increases in ridership due to tolling and new service funded by the I-66 Commuter Choice program, according to a new report released June 18 by the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission (NVTC). Bus travel times are more reliable too, the report said.
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June 19 “Community Conversation” to kick off update to Manassas comprehensive plan
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FROM City of Manassas Staff 06/18/18 / Environment / Local Government / Manassas /
City of Manassas Planning Commission will lead a Comprehensive Plan update Kickoff Session & Community Conversation on Land Use on Tuesday, June 19 at 7 PM, at the Boys and Girls Club, 9501 Dean Park Lane. The public is invited to attend this session and the others to follow.
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Incentives offered to ride public transit instead of a private vehicle on Dump the Pump Day June 21
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FROM Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission (PRTC) 06/18/18 / Environment / Local Government / Money & Taxes / People & Places / Transportation /
When you "Dump the Pump" and hop aboard OmniRide public transit this Thursday, June 21, you and a friend could win a free SmarTrip card or a Starbucks gift card! On June 21, OmniRide will join public transportation systems across the country in marking the 13th annual national Dump the Pump Day. On that day, people are encouraged to ride public transportation instead of driving a private vehicle.
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Second left turn lane opens–easing traffic backup at VA 234 and Hoadly Road
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FROM Prince William County Government 06/17/18 / Local Government / Manassas / Transportation /
​Drivers on Route 234 should start to see traffic improvements around Hoadly Road. The Prince William County Department of Transportation recently completed a project that added an additional left-turn lane from Route 234 onto Hoadly Road.
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Motorcycle driver succumbs to injuries; accident at Liberia and Ivy Glen Ct., Manassas Police report
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FROM Manassas City Police Reports 06/14/18 / Health & Safety / Local Government / Manassas / Police & Fire Beat /
Manassas City Police Department's incident report for Wednesday, June 13, 2018.
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Everyone invited to annual International Cultural Festival in Woodbridge June 21
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FROM the Office of Supv. Frank Principi 06/14/18 / Breaking News / Good Eating / Local Government / People & Places / Woodbridge / Dance / Kids Konnection / Music /
Woodbridge Potomac Communities Civic Association and Prince William County Supervisor Frank J. Principi announced June 14 that the 3rd Annual International Cultural Festival will be held at 7 p.m., on Thursday, June 21, at the Dr. AJ Ferlazzo Government Center Atrium in Woodbridge. The event is free and open to the public.
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PWC grad Ali Krieger, international soccer star, to open sports complex named in her honor June 9
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FROM PWC Department of Parks & Recreation 06/07/18 / Local Government / People & Places /
Prince William County Department of Parks & Recreation will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, June 9, at 9:30 a.m., to officially open the Ali Krieger Sports Complex located at Potomac Shores, 2400 River Heritage Boulevard, Dumfries, VA, 22026.
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A local business, a GMU academy, a nonprofit group and PWCSA honored for school partnerships
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FROM Prince William County Schools Reports 05/31/18 / Business / Education / Local Government / Nonprofits /
SPARK, the education foundation for Prince William County Schools, recently recognized business and community partnerships at a dinner and School Board meeting. Each year, the PWCS Office of Community and Business Engagement works closely with business leaders in the community to identify business and community partnerships making the most positive impact on academics and student achievement.
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Manassas Council names Steve Burke as new Manassas City Manager
Steve Burke, an Assistant City Manager and Director of Public Works for the City of Manassas, has been named City Manager by Manassas City Council effective February. 3, 2025. Interim City Manager Douglas Keen will return to his post as Police Chief and an Assistant City Manager.
