Haymarket Town & Country Garden Club’s popular Holiday Shoppe is Nov. 22-23
FROM Haymarket Town & Country Garden Club 11/19/24 / Haymarket / Charity & Fundraising /
The Haymarket Town & Country Garden Club has been busy preparing for its annual Holiday Shoppe which will be held this coming Friday, Nov. 22 from 10 to 5 and Saturday, Nov. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Prince William Fire & Rescue Station 15 Community Hall on US Rte. 15 in Haymarket.
Siren teting Nov. 20 at 10 a.m. for Occoquan Dam
FROM Earnie Porta, Mayor of Occoquan 11/19/24 / Breaking News / Health & Safety / Local Government /
On Wednesday, Nov.20, 2024, at 10 a.m., Fairfax Water will conduct its annual test of the Occoquan Dam Siren warning system.
Red Cross opening blood donor center in Manassas off Sudley Rd. in shopping center with Aldi Groc.
FROM American Red Cross 11/18/24 / Breaking News / Health & Safety /
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.
Earlier darkness means drivers must be extra careful—really looking for pedestrians and bike riders
FROM Prince William County Police Department Reports 11/18/24 / Breaking News / Health & Safety / People & Places / Police & Fire Beat /
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,
Time to pay Prince William County property taxes; deadline is Dec. 5
FROM Prince William County Taxpayer Services Office 11/18/24 / Local Government / Money & Taxes /
Taxpayers are encouraged to pay their taxes before the Dec. 5 due date. A late payment penalty of 10 percent will apply to any unpaid tax balance after the Dec. 5 deadline. Additionally, interest will accrue monthly on unpaid balances at a rate of 10 percent per annum until they are fully paid.
IRS offers help to military members and veterans with their unique tax needs
11/14/24 / Federal Government / Military / Money & Taxes /
Members of the U.S. Armed Forces, veterans and their families often qualify for special tax benefits. An IRS news release describes some of the most common deductions and exclusions and tells where to get more information.
What to do with fallen leaves: Consider local environment and community needs
FROM Stafford County News 11/13/24 / Environment / Health & Safety / Local Government / Real Estate / Nature and the Outdoors /
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,
Nominations due by Dec. 14 for PWC Human Rights Commission awards
FROM Prince William County Government 11/13/24 / Local Government / People & Places /
Previous honorees have been recognized for their work in combating sex trafficking, addressing homelessness and alleviating food insecurity. Others were recognized for such activities such as mentoring Prince William County youth, health education and workshops tutoring, supporting college and career planning, and promoting informed decision-making.
Juvenile, 12, accused of attempted stabbing family member with screwdriver
FROM Prince William County Police Department Reports 11/13/24 /
Prince William County Police reports incidents, arrests and updates on previous cases in Nov. 13, 2024 summary.
Today's Obituaries
Betty Thomas Anastasi, retired Chief Deputy Clerk of PWC Circuit Court
A memorial service was held on Aug. 11, 2024 for Betty Thomas Anastasi, 99, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, who passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at Commonwealth Senior Living of Manassas.
Edward Wyrsch, life-long sports fan, track star, youth sports organizer, veteran, IRS retiree
Edward James Wyrsch passed away on August 4, 2024 at his home in Haymarket, VA .
Joseph F. Glines, Sr. of Manassas Park, worker most of his life, retired from Fairfax Public Works
A funeral service for Joseph F. Glines Sr., who passed away on June 24, 2024, will be held on Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 12:30 p.m. at Pierce Funeral Home in Manassas, followed by interment at Stonewall Memory Gardens, Manassas, at 2 p.m.
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Children 17 & younger can get a free ride on OmniRide next Thursday, April 25
In support of national Take Your Child to Work Day, children ages 17 and younger can ride any OmniRide bus for free on Thursday, April 25. Great news! OmniRide Local and Metro Express are already currently free and will be until at least June. Children can ride any OmniRide Express commuter bus for free on this day, which currently costs $9 one way, when accompanied by a paying adult!
