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DATA: Post-COVID overdoses in Prince William County expose deadly, dangerous trend
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Data released last month from the Prince William Health District (PWHD) assessed its community’s needs regarding opioid use – specifically related to overdoses. The assessment looked at data collected from 2018 to 2023, with an emphasis on the post-COVID impact on opioid-use disorder. What officials found suggests […]
Prince William County animal shelter waiving adoption fees for all animals
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Prince William County Animal Services Bureau is hosting a three-day long Clear the Shelter event. From Aug. 23 to Aug. 25, adoption fees will be waived for all animals at the shelter, located at 14807 Bristow Rd. The waived adoption fees are being sponsored by the […]
Prince William Health District unveils opioid needs assessment findings: A step toward healing and hope
As the opioid crisis strikes close to home, the Prince William Health District’s (PWHD) new assessment brings crucial insights into how this epidemic is affecting our neighbors and guiding us toward local solutions. On Monday, PWHD shared the findings of its extensive 10-month needs assessment, aimed at tackling the...
Manassas city schools expanding free breakfast, lunch to all students this school year
This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partner InsideNoVa.com. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com’s free email subscription today. All students in Manassas City Public Schools will receive free meals this school year as part of the federal school lunch program, the school division announced in a news release.
'Oakton Day in the Park' festivities arrive on Aug. 25
The Greater Oakton Community Association (GOCA) will host its fourth annual Oakton Day in the Park on Aug. 25 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Oakton Community Park, 2841 Hunter Mill Road. The family-friendly event, which attracted some 600 attendees last year, will offer activities for all ages. This year’s festival will feature music by local duo Molly and Mark, food and drink from Famous Dave’s, Taco Rock, Ben & Jerry’s, and Settle Down Easy–Oakton Tasting Room. OWS Wine also will bring wines to taste.
Full schedule released for 143rd Maryland State Fair
TIMONIUM, Md. — Maryland State Fair has released a full schedule of events when it returns for its 143rd year later this month. The fair will take place over three weekends - Aug. 22-Aug. 25, Aug. 29-Sept. 2, and Sept. 5-Sept. 8. On Thursdays, gates open at 5 p.m. On Friday through Sunday, and Labor Day Monday, gates open at 9 a.m. There's no admission after 9 p.m., and anyone under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult age 21 or older after 6 p.m.
Watch: Biden, Harris hold first event since his 2024 exit
President Biden and Vice President Harris will hold their first joint rally Thursday in Maryland since the president ended his bid for a second term and endorsed Harris to take his place at the top of the Democratic ticket. The duo is slated to deliver remarks on the economy and...
Work starts on Loudoun’s new Wingstop restaurant
Work has officially started on the location that will become Loudoun County’s second Wingstop restaurant. The spot is in the Battlefield Shopping Center in Leesburg. The Burn first reported the news back in January. Wingstop — a national chicken wing and chicken sandwich chain — had signed a lease for an 1,800 s.f. space.
New legal challenge aims to protect state retirees current prescription drug plan
MARYLAND (WBFF) — Packing the parking lot of a small VFW in rural Middle River, hundreds of outraged state retirees gathered to discuss a last-ditch effort to preserve their current prescription drug plan. Current benefits are set to expire at the start of next year, downgrading thousands of elderly residents from the state’s comprehensive coverage to a limited federal plan.
Weekend Fun: County Fairs, Fairfax Comic Con, and a Kite Festival
August 16-25 Spend your weekend dining at some of the best restaurants in the city. Over 90 eateries will be participating in the Restaurant Week celebrations. Diners will be able to try seafood delicacies, juicy cheeseburgers, sweet cheesecakes, and more. Various locations. Greenberg’s Great Train and Toy Show. August...
Biden, Harris to appear in Maryland this week, first joint trip since Biden dropped out
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. (DC News Now) — President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will take their first trip together since Biden dropped out of the presidential race and Kamala Harris dropped in, taking over as the Democratic nominee. The White House announced on Friday, Aug. 9, that Biden and Harris will travel […]
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