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Sally Adams, program coordinator for the United Methodist Women at Old Bridge UMC said she first became aware of local human trafficking issues while attending an event sponsored by the Soroptomists. "People think it just happens in Cambodia," Adams said. "But it happens here and we can't turn the other way."

On National Garbage Man Day, Prince William County’s solid waste division plans to recognize the men and women in the solid waste management industry–particularly, trash collectors–for the life-saving service they provide on a daily basis and urges residents to do so too.

Old Bridge United Methodist Church will hold a workshop open to the public on the 5 W’s of Human Trafficking on Saturday, June 7, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. and what you can do about the issue. The church is located at 3966 Old Bridge Rd., Woodbridge VA 22192.

Five males from Manassas, Manassas Park and Prince William County were charged with a total of 94 felonies and held without bond following arrests on May 9, 2014 after a lengthy investigation by three local police departments in collaboration with Northern Virginia Regional Gang Task Force.

Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe kicked off National Women’s Health Week May 12-17 with four significant announcements that a news release says demonstrates "his commitment to protecting Virginia women’s rights to make their own healthcare decisions."

Prince William County Office of Housing and Community Development wants to know how people think federal money should be spent over the next five years. To find the answers, the office will hold two meetings on May 15.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) urges Americans to prepare their families and businesses for hurricanes and tropical storm emergencies with a communications plan, a kit of essential items and reviewing insurance policies with an insurance agent.