On Friday, Nov. 22, the American Red Cross will mark the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art blood donation center in Manassas. This new facility will collect thousands of blood products each year from generous donors who roll up a sleeve to help save lives.

It is getting dark earlier each day which means it is more difficult for drivers to see pedestrians and bicycle riders--especially the ones who wear dark coats. Prince William Police urge drivers to drive more carefully and pay extra attention to be on the outlook for pedestrians and bike riders,

Determining where leaves can be left alone and where cleanup is necessary can help you strike a reasonable compromise between yard maintenance and land stewardship. Although the advice comes from a Stafford County news release, it is applicable here too,

More than 85 percent of veterans having encountered service-related scams in the last 12 months, according to AARP Virginia.

The page includes information on services the County provides to veterans, including tax relief for disabled veterans, military exemptions and brick sales at the Memorial. The page has been hosting the special social media wall celebrating Operation Green Light for Veterans, with expressions of appreciation to veterans. The Veterans Support page may be found at http://www.staffordcountyva.gov/veteransupport

NEEDED: Gifts of time, food and toys for children & adults for Thanksgiving and Christmas

New Virginia State Police "Pathway to Trooper" program offers employment opportunities for interested 18–20-year-olds while they wait to apply to the Trooper Basic Session Academy.

On Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024 at 1:22AM, Prince William County Police officers responded to the intersection of Prince William Pkwy and Lynn St. in Woodbridge (22191) to investigate an unconscious man in the roadway. Police reports said the man was believed to have been walking in the roadway of Prince William Pkwy when he was struck by an unknown vehicle which continued driving.