Caitlyn Meisner, Author at Potomac Local News

Circuit Court Clerk Married 18 Couples at ‘Seal the Deal’ Event

Published January 3, 2025 at 2:00PM

[Courtesy of the Office of the Circuit Court Clerk, Jacqueline Smith]

On Dec. 13, 2024, Circuit Court Clerk Jacqueline Smith hosted a “Seal the Deal” event in the Town of Occoquan, where couples could get married without the hassle of planning an elaborate ceremony and reception.

According to a press release from the clerk, Smith married 18 couples during the event. Couples were able to marry in the decorated Occoquan Town Hall with family and friends. Each ceremony was intimate and festive as the hall was decorated for the holidays with festive lights.

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Prince William Police Graduates 50th Crisis Intervention Class

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published January 3, 2025 at 1:00PM

The Prince William County Police Department graduates of its 50th Crisis Intervention Training. [Courtesy of Prince William County]

Prince William County Police Officer Latrell Guy, who was a member of the 50th class, said he now better appreciates the hardships people face in dealing with mental illness.

“I just have a better understanding of what the person themselves might be going through and get them the help they need rather than go to a more restrictive route,” Guy said. “We need to understand what they have to live with and how we can help them get through their day. It’s something everyone should take in general to be more knowledgeable about these situations.”

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Events Around Prince William, Manassas in January

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published January 2, 2025 at 2:00PM

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Prince William County to Collect, Accept Christmas Trees for Recycling

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published January 2, 2025 at 11:30AM

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Starting Jan. 1 through Jan. 17, Prince William County residents can leave their greenery out on the curb. There are also three sites around the county that are accepting trees and additional greenery during this period:

If you choose to recycle, be sure to remove all organments, decorations, tinsel, nails and tree stand before leaving it at the curb or dropping it off.

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Prince William County Library’s Top 10 of 2024

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published December 30, 2024 at 11:00AM

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Here are the top 10 in each of the categories the library released:

Top 10 Adult Fiction

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16 Prince William County Officers Complete Basic Recruit School

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published December 30, 2024 at 9:00AM

The Prince William County Criminal Justice Academy Basic Law Enforcement 59th Session graduates. [Courtesy of Prince William County]

The Prince William County Police officers completed a 24-week course of training in several aspects of police work, including firearms, use-of-force decision-making, driver training, legal training, patrol techniques and investigations.

This is the most recent class of the county’s police academy, which started their training in July. The county hosts a new academy session in March, July and November of each year.

Manassas

Call to Action: Volunteer Prince William Needs More Hands

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published December 23, 2024 at 11:00AM

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Greetings, Prince William: Although we’re in the holiday season, Martin Luther King Day isn’t too far off, and the MLK Youth Community Choir is seeking students in grades K-12 to join the choir and make a joyful noise! Participants will rehearse for a pre-event concert at Chinn Park Regional Library on Jan. 4 at 1:30 p.m. in the Community Room followed by a special performance at the Prince William Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta (PWCAC- DST) 40th Annual Dr. King Youth Oratorical Competition and Program being held Jan. 18. Rehearsals have begun, but more participants are welcome – no tryout is needed!

Manassas

NOVEC to Accept Christmas Trees in Gainesville Starting Thursday

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published December 23, 2024 at 9:00AM

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According to a press release, NOVEC will be accepting both trees and greens without any decorations, ornaments, hooks, wires or light strings starting the day after Christmas. Drop-off will be available at its Gainesville Technical Center at 5399 Wellington Branch Road.

“Recycling holiday greens is just another way we help area residents and the environment,” Rick Carpenter, NOVEC Vegetation Management manager, said.

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Prince William Board Approves Purchase of Two Historic Sites

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published December 20, 2024 at 11:00AM

The Ned Distiller House is located in the Brentsville Magisterial District. [Courtesy of Prince William County]

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Prince William, Manassas City Schools Partner with 24/7 Tutoring Service

By Caitlyn Meisner

Published December 20, 2024 at 9:00AM

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