Today marks the 50th anniversary of Earth Day, and while COVID-19 has everything locked down, there are still things people can do to celebrate the day.

According to MPO Renee Carr, PWC Police Department representative, the victim, a 46-year-old woman, reported to police that she arrived at the above address and located a family member, identified as the accused, under the influence of alcohol and unable to care for her 2-year-old daughter.

The U.S. Department of Education has given Virginia permission to cancel federally mandated Standards of Learning tests during the 2019-2020 school year.

On March 26, 2020 detectives with the Prince William County Police Department's Special Victims Unit concluded an investigation into a sexual assault that was reported to have occurred between Sept. 1 and Dec. 31, 2019 at a residence located in the Manassas (20109) area of Prince William County

Old Town Manassas is gearing up for Christmas activities the first weekend in December .

Virginia Women and Family Support Center (VAWFSC) has opened its second house/supportive sanctuary on the grounds of Manassas Church of the Brethren at 10047 Nokesville Road. It thanks all who have previously supported the group and is asking for $20 monthly donations from "Cycle Breakers" to extend services to more families.

First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin was quoted as saying, "JAM's mission to provide tools and support for teaching old-time and bluegrass music to youth, bridges past to present and embodies the outstanding spirit of Virginia."

The investigation revealed a man, later identified as the accused, was lying on a public bench in the area of the area of the Prince William Pkwy near Marblestone Dr. in Woodbridge when he fired a round from a handgun, striking his foot. The accused was treated at an area hospital for non-life threatening injuries.