“Executive Order 43 will empower parents with the tools they need to protect their children and sets the stage for a statewide response to reclaim childhood and ensure the next generation can thrive.”

Reenactors and Civil War history lovers John McAnaw, Mark Trbovich and color guard members pause for a moment of silence on July 18 to remember the 34 men who died 150 years ago at the Battle of Blackburn’s Ford at the Prince William-Fairfax county border.

Prince William County Police Department’s crime report for July 20, 2011.

Ali Krieger, 26, who played in the 2011 World Cup Soccer match against Japan used to play for Prince William County high schools Forest Park and Hylton. Watch for an upcoming issue of the Observer to highlight her.

Prince William County Police Department’s crime report for July 19, 2011.

Some Civil War commemorative events scheduled in Manassas close some Prince William County offices on Thursday, July 21

Four Civil War items unveiled in temporary exhibit at Manassas National Battlefield Park in Manassas, Va.

Prince William County Police Department’s crime report for July 18, 2011.

Prince William County, National Park Service and City of Manassas are offering a full schedule of commemorative events July 21-24, to remember and reflect upon the 150th Anniversary of First Battle of Manassas (Bull Run).