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Republicans make the case to lead on crime, justice and immigration
MANASSAS, Va. — The second night of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, focused on addressing violent crime, border security and immigration. Prince William County Supervisor, former Republican Congressional Candidate, and Sheriff's Deputy Yesli Vega provided context to WUSA9 Tuesday night about the Republican-themed platform of "Make America Safe Again."
Final wanted suspect arrested in connection to Manassas Mall shooting
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — Police said they have arrested the fifth and final suspect in connection to a shooting that took place at Manassas Mall on the afternoon of July 9. The Prince William County Police Department (PWCPD) said that at around 2:10 p.m. on July 9, officers went to the […]
Thirty-Eight Small Businesses “Opened for Business” in May 2024
Provided by Prince William County Development Services. In May, 38 small business owners received a certificate of occupancy or written authorization to ‘Open for Business’ from Prince William County Department of Development Services, bringing the year-to-date total to 177 small businesses that have opened successfully. “We encourage everyone...
Prince William County Recognized as a Top Digital County in the Nation
Provided by Prince William County Communications Office. Prince William County received third place in the 2024 annual Digital Counties Survey in the 250,000 to 499,999 population category. The survey is sponsored by the Center for Digital Government and the National Association of Counties and identifies the best technology practices among U.S. counties, including initiatives that streamline the delivery of government services, provide data analytics to allow decisions based on performance and outcomes, enhance cybersecurity and apply innovative and emerging technologies to county priorities.
Summer Photo Contest Ends July 31
PWC Parks’ Summer Photo Contest will end July 31. Be sure to submit your favorite photo(s)!. Wildlife – must show wildlife in Prince William County Parks taken during entry period only. Excludes captive animals. Landscape/Scenic – must show scenic landscape and/or native flowers, trees or plants in PWC...
Summer Camps Almost Completely Sold Out! Don’t Miss Your Last Chance to Sign Up!
Provided by Prince William County Parks & Recreation. As we approach the dog days of summer, most camps are already full. However, there are a handful of camps that still have space available. Snag your spot before they’re gone!. Camps by location with limited space still available:. Dale City...
Celebrate ‘Where You Belong’ Inside Prince William County Parks
Provided by Prince William County Parks & Recreation. Join Prince William County Parks this month for Park and Recreation Month and celebrate how Prince William County is stronger, more vibrant and more resilient because of parks and recreation. This year, with the theme “Where You Belong,” celebrate the many ways...
The Occoquan Beautification Project is Complete
Provided by Prince William County Communications Office. The intersections of Gordon Boulevard and Old Bridge Road, Gordon Boulevard and Interstate 95, and Prince William Parkway and I-95 recently got new landscaping as part of the Occoquan Beautification project. The newly planted crepe myrtles, shamrock hollies, knockout roses, eastern redbuds, flowering...
Dumfries woman named Prince William County’s Foster Parent of the Year
This article was republished with permission from WTOP’s news partner InsideNoVa.com. Sign up for InsideNoVa.com’s free email subscription today. Dumfries resident Linda Cheeks is a salon owner, avid volunteer, veteran — and mother to many. The last role is what earned her the title of Prince William...
RAA emergency calls increase as extreme heat continues
RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) - Multiple heat waves continue to sweep across central Virginia, making it difficult to be outside. “We have another heat advisory going into effect Wednesday,” said 12 On Your Side’s Meteorologist Megan Wise, “Heat index values back close to 109-110 degrees.”. These index values...
Republican states adopt more voter list maintenance bills than states with Democratic trifectas and divided governments
Fourteen states adopted new laws related to maintaining accurate voter registration rolls in the first half of 2024. Ten of these bills came from states with Republican trifectas, two from states with Democratic trifectas, and two from states with divided governments. New laws in five states expand data-sharing procedures or...
Gov. Youngkin allocates $30.1 million to the Route 460 Road Improvement Project
RICHMOND, VA — Gov.Glenn Youngkin today announced the allocation of $30.1 million from the Transportation Partnership Opportunity Fund (TPOF) to the City of Suffolk for the Route 460 Road Improvement Project to support the Port 460 Logistics Center Development in Hampton Roads. This project is said to be vital to the future growth of the […] The post Gov. Youngkin allocates $30.1 million to the Route 460 Road Improvement Project appeared first on The Tidewater News.
As North Carolina gears up for offshore wind energy, Virginia provides some pointers
A tour boat carrying engineers, regulators, and reporters cut through choppy water 15 miles off the coast of Virginia Beach. The North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association and a group representing a network of economic development organizations chartered the boat to give the North Carolina crowd a close-up view of wind energy.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Issued In Parts Of DMV Region
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service as storms bringing possible hail and 70 mph wind gusts could make their way through the region on Tuesday night. The watch is through 10 p.m. in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. An Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory...
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