Manassas City police: “On June 26, [2023], at approximately 10:30 p.m., MCPD responded to a report of a possible overdose in a vehicle. Officer Duck located the vehicle and announced on the radio that he believed the subject was in the throes of a narcotics overdose and that he would need to break the window.”
“The backup officers advised Officer Duck that rescue services were stuck behind a train. Officer Duck recognized the exigency of the situation and, without hesitation, shattered the rear window and gave the subject a dose of Narcan. The subject was transported to the hospital by Fire and Rescue for further treatment.”
CDC: “In 2020, more than 56,000 deaths involving synthetic opioids (other than methadone) occurred in the United States, which is more deaths than from any other type of opioid. Synthetic opioid-involved death rates increased by over 56% from 2019 to 2020 and accounted for over 82% of all opioid-involved deaths in 2020. The rate of overdose deaths involving synthetic opioids was more than 18 times higher in 2020 than in 2013.”
Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC): "Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative sponsored four local high school students for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA) Youth Tour in Washington, D.C. from June 19 to 23."
"They, along with nearly 1,800 other students from across the nation, learned about cooperatives, visited historic sites and museums, and saw the federal government in action."
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Prince William County Parks and Recreation: “Rainbow over Turley Fields this week after the storms came rolling in. 14998 Birchdale Ave, Dale City The Turley Fields are 2 lighted, grass infield diamond fields located in Dale City.”
Stafford County Public Schools: “Stafford County public schools are again partnering with Giant Food on a program to help support children facing food insecurity. From June 16 through July 27, 2023, Giant Food patrons may “ROUND UP AT THE REGISTER” their grocery purchase.”
“These donations provide another opportunity for us to support our families, and we are thankful for this important partnership.” said Stafford Schools Superintendent Dr. Thomas W. Taylor.
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The COG provides air quality forecasts and educates the public about actions that can be taken to reduce pollution and health risks in the metropolitan Washington area.
”Smoke coming from wildfires in Canada will contribute to the increased levels of fine particle pollution. The Code Orange levels mean the air is unhealthy for sensitive groups, including older adults, children, and people with heart or lung disease.”
On unhealthy air days, COG advises precautions such as reducing outdoor activities for children and older adults, as well as those with respite and heart ailments.
“Residents can check current air quality conditions on COG’s website or by downloading a free air quality app from Clean Air Partners.”
Prince William County Government: “ Prince William County real estate taxes for the first half of 2023 are due on Monday, July 17, 2023. If you have not received a tax bill for your property and believe you should have, contact the Taxpayer Services Office at 1-703- 792-6710 or by email at TaxpayerServices@pwcgov.org.”
“The Taxpayer Services office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. “
Payments can be made by electronic check, online via credit card or by phone, mail, or in person at the Sudley North and McCoart Taxpayer Services offices from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
“A late payment penalty of 10 percent will be assessed on the unpaid tax balance if taxes are not paid in full by the due date. Interest at a rate of 10 percent per annum accrues monthly until the balance is paid in full.”
Stafford County Sheriffs Office: “A 30-year-old Triangle man leads deputies on a pursuit, only to be arrested later when he returned for the vehicle on Monday afternoon.”
“On June 20, at approximately 1:23 a.m. Deputy K.L. Steffenhagen was traveling Northbound on Mine Road when she observed a vehicle that had an expired registration. Deputy Steffenhagen activated her emergency equipment for a traffic stop; however, the driver had other ideas. The vehicle would not stop, initiating a pursuit.”
“The vehicle traveled onto Woodstream Boulevard and finally onto Allegheny Drive. Once on Allegheny Drive, the driver exited the vehicle while it was still in drive. The vehicle rolled into a community mailbox as the suspect ran until he was out of sight. While the suspect driver could not be located that morning, you all know the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office does not give up that easily.”
“At 6:01 p.m. Deputy Steffenhagen received information that someone was currently at a storage lot on Dorothy Lane, attempting to pick up the vehicle. Deputies quickly responded and lo and behold, they located the suspect still on scene. This time, the suspect had no chance of running and was taking into custody without incident.”
“The suspect was charged with eluding police, hit and run, as well as, obstruction of justice. He was held at Rappahannock Regional Jail on a $1,5000 secured bond.”
Prince William County Schools E-News: "Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) has appointed Greg Hood as associate superintendent for high schools, effective July 1. Hood will assume this role following the retirement of William Bixby."
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Prince William County Public Schools: "Community organizations and business partners of T. Clay Wood Elementary School gathered from near and far to provide an incredible science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) expo for students and families."
"The goal was to showcase their love for STEAM to elementary school students, and T. Clay Wood Elementary staff members and local partners delivered. The room was divided into different stations dedicated to a portion of STEAM, with hands-on activities for the students."
