A Fresh Focus
I spend a lot of time on this blog talking about my own feelings about the Farmer’s Market—what it means to me and why I feel it’s an important aspect of the community. So this morning, I decided to take to the streets with a clipboard and ask some strangers shopping at the market why they choose to shop at the City of Manassas Farmer’s Market.
Dan Peacock, a Manassas resident, said “I like to buy high quality produce.” He continued, “Now with the Tuesday market, it gives people an opportunity to buy something healthy on the way home.” Peacock also noted that he likes to support the local economy.
A new resident of the area, Stephany Barrett, said she comes to the market for “fresh vegetables and fruit. I’m tired of guessing when I go to the grocery store. I know it’s going to be delicious.” She listed kind vendors, reasonably-priced quality wine, and affordable beautiful cut flowers among other reasons why she comes out on Thursdays.
Nancy and Richard Redfearn can be found at the market almost every week. When asked what brings her out to the market, Nancy replied, “I like fresh food. It’s sort of a social thing. You get to meet your neighbors.”
Like I’ve said week after week, if you like fresh, if you like community, the Farmer’s market is for you. But don’t take my word for it, listen to Dan, Stephany, Nancy and Richard. One of my favorite responses of the morning was, “They got iced coffee! They got bread! They got BBQ! It’s fresh!” Check out the market and see what we
have to offer.
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In collaboration with the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and Shirley Contracting Company, Transurban is set to unveil a new access point from Opitz Boulevard to the 95 Express Lanes in Woodbridge.
Drivers are advised of upcoming overnight lanes and full closures on the 95 Express Lanes to facilitate the completion of the Opitz Boulevard Project.
MPCC will be open and operating under normal business hours on Tuesday, November 5.
Established transportation company has immediate part-time position open as a back-up driver transporting military personnel from the Woodbridge area to Baltimore and Richmond. No CDL required but must be able to pass DOT physical and drug test. Must good driving record and pass criminal background check. Send resume with references to [email protected] or call 606-594-7018
Job details
Employer: Bfs Transportation
Position: 15 Passenger Van Driver
Employment type: Part-time
Workplace type: Fully in-person (in Woodbridge)
Compensation: Not specified
Application deadline: Not specified
Contact for application questions: Not specified
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