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‘Unusually bad case’: Va. man gets 6 life sentences for drugging, raping underage girls
A Woodbridge, Virginia, man who pleaded guilty to drugging and raping teenage girls is getting six life sentences, according to Prince William County Commonwealth’s Attorney Amy Ashworth. Judge Kimberly Irving also sentenced Balmore Ortiz Guardado, 36, to 215 years of incarceration, with 179 years suspended. The sentencing guidelines recommended...
Man charged with rape in Woodbridge
WOODBRIDGE, Va. — The Prince William County Police Department has made an arrest in a rape case. On June 28, officers were sent to the 6100 block of Trident Lane in Woodbridge to investigate a sexual assault that was reported to have happened there. When they arrived they located and arrested Abdul Kanu.
Robert Buchanan Accused Of Abducting 30-Year-Old PA Woman
A Florida man visiting Virginia is facing charges after allegedly abducting a woman against her will from Pennsylvania and taking her to a Woodbridge hotel over the weekend. Oak Hill native Robert Buchanan, 64, was arrested following an investigation into a reported abduction of a 30-year-old woman who was taken on Thursday, June 27.
Woodbridge man charged in connection to fatal Frederick County shooting
FREDERICK COUNTY, Va. (DC News Now) — The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) said a Woodbridge man has been arrested and charged with murder in connection to a deadly shooting on June 25. According to FCSO, around 7:16 p.m., the shooting happened off of Fairfax Pike, near the Sandy’s mobile home community. Deputies said 52-year-old […]
Registation opens for Senior Olympics
Online registration opened July 1 for the 2024 Northern Virginia Senior Olympics. There are 83 events during 15 days of competitions, Sept. 14-29. Events include sports, such as power walking, swimming, and pickleball, and also non-athletic events, such as Scrabble and jigsaw puzzles. Participants must be 50 years of age...
Local Deltas Annual Crab Feast Scholarship Fundraiser: Let’s Get Crackin’
Provided by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Prince William County Alumnae Chapter. The Prince William County Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. (PWCAC DST) will host its annual Crab Festival on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 3 to 7 p.m. at The Winery at Sunshine Ridge Farm, 15850 Sunshine Ridge Lane, Gainesville.
Get Ready for Summer Scares at Prince William Public Libraries
This July, Prince William Public Libraries invites readers to explore all the horror genre has to offer with the Summer Scares program. From classic ghost stories to modern psychological thrillers, Summer Scares will bring horror enthusiasts and newcomers together. With book discussions, special programs, and themed activities, there’s something for everyone.
New Name, Website and Mobile App for Prince William County Water Utility
Beginning today, the Prince William County Service Authority is doing business as Prince William Water. The local utility has also launched a new website and mobile application to improve its customer experience. “After listening to feedback from our customers and stakeholders, we are excited to launch significant enhancements to our...
Beanstalk Farms Demonstrates Commercial Viability with Flagship Facility in Prince William County
Provided by Prince William County Economic Development. In June 2024, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Beanstalk Farms Inc.’s second indoor farm and distribution facility at the Freedom I-66 Industrial Business Park in Manassas. The project includes 18 new jobs and a capital investment of $4.1 million. Beanstalk Farms expects to produce 2.1 million pounds annually of Virginia Grown leafy greens and fresh-cut herbs.
Senior Extension Agent Rooted in Service
For Senior Extension Agent Adam Downing, summer doesn’t offer much respite from a schedule packed with programming and activities. After a day conducting agroforestry fieldwork in Montpelier – and ahead of a SHARP Logger Program training that he will be facilitating in Elkton – Downing shared reflections about his work for Virginia Cooperative Extension, how he found his way […]
Concord University to host the 31st Annual Concord Business Challenge
ATHENS, WV (WVDN) – The Concord University Department of Business will be hosting the 31st Annual Concord Business Challenge (CBC) on Thursday, October 24, 2024 beginning at 8:30 AM. The Business Challenge is designed to allow high school juniors and seniors from West Virginia and Virginia to showcase their business acumen in a competitive setting. […] The post Concord University to host the 31st Annual Concord Business Challenge appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Virginia RDF facility operated by WIN Waste closes
A refuse-derived fuel plant in Portsmouth, Virginia, operated by a subsidiary of WIN Waste Innovations shut down on Sunday. The plant's closure means the Southeastern Public Service Authority, which serves several Virginia counties, now must send more of the waste it handles to landfill. The facility incinerated the fuel to...
Virginia commit Kamryn Kitchen explains her unique decision to reclassify
Kamryn Kitchen was originally a member of the 2025 class. But now, the Virginia commit is set to arrive on campus in this August, a year ahead of schedule. The Charlotte, NC native explained her decision to reclassify up to the 2024 class during an exclusive conversation with 247Sports. "They...
Shenandoah University To Participate In Virginia Private College Week
Shenandoah University will join other private higher education institutions across the commonwealth by taking part in Virginia Private College Week, sponsored by the Council of Independent Colleges in Virginia (CICV), from July 15-20. Throughout the week, Shenandoah will provide tours of its main campus in Winchester and hold information sessions...
In May, Virginia Sportsbooks stunned the public with $60 million in revenue
For May 2024, the Virginia Lottery reported nearly $60 million in gross sports betting revenue. Sportsbook operators had an 11.9% hold on the market. Additionally, revenue was up 24.6% compared to May 2023. That was slightly less than the 25.2% increase in the handle to $505.6 million. Their $60 million in gross sports betting revenue was the fifth-highest total in 41 months of legal wagering in Virginia. Six of the eight highest monthly revenue totals have come in the last nine months. Sportsbooks in Virginia have attained a double-digit hold 21 times, it’s happened 12 times in the last 15 months.
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