The Manassas Museum has partnered with GWWO Architects to fulfil the “(Re)Imagine Your Museum” project, a major expansion effort set to be completed by Fall 2023.
This project – originally planned in 2008 – was set aside due to economic instability. Having finally begun in late 2022, the $7 million expansion effort will be completed by Fall 2023 – just in time for Manassas 150th birthday celebration.
Important elements of the expansion are increased exhibit space, community space, additional meeting rooms, and an updated courtyard for performances and community gatherings.
The Manassas Museum was initially constructed in leased space in 1974 as a temporary before relocating to its current location in 1991. The design for the original museum was provided by architect Carlton Abbott, of Carlton Abbott and Partners in Williamsburg.
Its original design’s traditional, fort-like form is meant to pay homage to the city’s agricultural and Civil War history. The front lawn serves as the city’s “town green” and has hosted many formal and informal events and activities.
According to city spokeswoman Patty Prince, a significant portion of this project’s funding comes from Mae Merchant, a late city resident. . Merchant, who passed away in 2014 at the age of 90, served in committees such as Board of The Manassas Historic Resources and Board of The Manassas Museum. She left the city $1 million to fund the expansion.
As renovations continue, Echoes, the Manassas Museum Store, has moved to a temporary location at the Railway Depot. Programs and tours will continue to be offered to keep the community updated on the progress of the development of the renovations.
Registration is underway for the 11th Marine Corps 17.75K.
The 11.03-mile event begins at 7 a.m. Saturday, March 25, 2023, along Route 234 near Dumfries.
All those who show up to race at the event in Prince William County will receive a guaranteed entry or ‘Access Granted’ to the 48th Marine Corps Marathon (MCM) in October.
This unique distance, which commemorates the year that the Marine Corps was founded, is now part of the Marine Corps Marathon Organization’s (MCMO) Semper Fidelis Challenge and Distinguished Participant program in 2023.
The Semper Fidelis Challenge celebrates the achievement of runners who complete the Marine Corps 17.75K in March, the Marine Corps Historic Half in May and the 48th Marine Corps Marathon in October. This motivating challenge will award finishers with a special medal as well as qualify their aggregate time for a possible award at the end of the year.
The 2023 Distinguished Participant program now encompasses the full line up of MCMO events by celebrating the accomplishment of our dedicated runners who have completed an event from each weekend:
- Marine Corps 17.75K on March 25
- Marine Corps Historic Half Events (half marathon, Semper 5ive and Devil Dog Double) on May 21
- Quantico 12K on August 26
- 48th MCM Weekend (MCM, MCM10K and MCM50K) on October 29
- Turkey Trot 10K and Mile on November 18
Registration for this sought-after event is $65 for runners ages 14 and above. Participants will receive a standout finisher’s medal, specially designed technical shirt, bib and ‘Access Granted’ to the 48th MCM. To receive ‘Access Granted,’ runners must be 14 and older on MCM event day of October 29, 2023.
Runners who are unable to run with the Marines at the live event can still complete the distance virtually between March 11-26, 2023.
Last Wednesday, Didlake donated about 300 books for elementary to middle school-age children to SPARK (Supporting Partnerships and Resources for Kids), the education foundation for Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS).
Didlake raised money for the books through donations to the Toys for Tots Literacy Program at its The UPS Store franchises.
Mary Washington Hospital ranks among the Top 5 in Virginia for Joint Replacement according to a new analysis released by Healthgrades, the marketplace connecting doctors and patients. To determine this year's State Ranking recipients, Healthgrades evaluated clinical performance for nearly 4,500 hospitals nationwide focusing on 18 specialties across a mix of chronic, urgent, and surgical areas.
"This recognition celebrates the commitment to excellence demonstrated by the physicians and staff who care for our orthopedic patients every day," said Mike McDermott, MD, President and CEO of Mary Washington Healthcare. "The dedication of our joint replacement clinical leadership is reflected in this recognition, ranking joint replacement at MWH as one of the elite programs in the state." Hospitals recognized as among the top 5 in their state by Healthgrades are providing patients with consistently better-than expected clinical outcomes. Patients treated at hospitals receiving a state ranking for Joint Replacement have, on average, a 62.5% lower risk of experiencing a complication while in the hospital than if they were treated in hospitals that were not ranked for Joint Replacement. "Being recognized as one of the top 5 in Virginia for Joint Replacement is a tremendous achievement that speaks to Mary Washington Hospital's ongoing commitment to high-quality care. Hospitals receiving a #5 ranking in their state have a proven track record of delivering superior outcomes for the patients in their community," said Brad Bowman, MD, Chief Medical Officer and Head of Data Science, Healthgrades. Bowman added, "For almost 25 years, our mission has been to provide consumers with clear and accessible information to make more informed healthcare decisions. Patients can feel confident knowing that they have access to top-ranked care for Joint Replacement at Mary Washington Hospital." In October, Mary Washington Hospital was also recognized by Healthgrades with a Five-Star Distinction in Total Knee Replacement for a 7th year in a row (2017-2023) and Five-Star Distinction Total Hip Replacement for an 8th year in a row (2016-2023). Consumers can visit healthgrades.com for more information on how Healthgrades measures hospital quality and access the complete methodology here. Statistics are based on Healthgrades analysis of MedPAR data for 2019 through 2021 and represent three-year estimates for Medicare patients. Mary Washington Hospital is at 1001 Sam Perry Boulevard in Fredericksburg.
The Interstate 95 northbound temporary off-ramp to exit 133 (Route 17) to Falmouth and Warrenton in Stafford County will close overnight for repair after a vehicle fire heavily damaged the pavement.
Early Wednesday, Jan. 18, and Thursday, Jan. 19, the off-ramp will close to traffic between midnight and 3 a.m.
During this time, northbound travelers seeking Route 17 northbound or Route 17 Business will be detoured to continue traveling to exit 136 (Centreport Parkway). Drivers are encouraged to use the most convenient alternate route depending on their destination.
In December 2022, crews with the I-95 Northbound Rappahannock River Crossing project met a major milestone by opening a new northbound I-95 bridge.
Currently, three lanes of I-95 northbound are crossing the Rappahannock River between the City of Fredericksburg and Stafford County on the new bridge. The original northbound bridge is closed for a maintenance project.
Northbound I-95 traffic will remain in this long-term traffic pattern until spring 2024, when the $132 million project is expected to be complete.
Construction will continue over the next 18 months to finish the three additional travel lanes on the busiest segment of I-95 in the Fredericksburg area, which carries around 150,000 vehicles a day.
For additional information on this project and others on I-95 in the Fredericksburg area, please visit improve95.org.
On Tuesday, January 3, Spherion staffing agency presented a $1,000 check to House of Mercy, a non-profit organization. The check was presented by Kathleen Geneva, the Spherion franchise owner, outside the House of Mercy located at 8170 Flannery Court near Gainesville.
House of Mercy is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and food pantry that was established in 2007. Since January 2022, House of Mercy has connected with 836 new families, served 306,721 pounds of food, and assisted 34,712 people in the Northern Virginia area.
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They Served Us, Now You Can Serve Them! Volunteer Prince William needs Volunteer Drivers age 21+ who can provide transportation for veterans and their spouse/widow to medical appointments, supermarkets, retail and houses of worship. Volunteers must pass criminal background and driving record background checks, have a valid Virginia driver’s license, and have a vehicle liability insurance policy. You’ll feel great as you make new friends while providing transportation to veterans who otherwise struggle to have their daily and medical needs met! Please email [email protected] [email protected] to learn how you can get involved. This opportunity is made possible by a grant from Potomac Health Foundation.
Give Blood, Save a Life! American Red Cross will be holding “The Joe 15 Team” 15th Annual Blood Drive in honor of Joseph “Joe” Page and Michael Page’s birthdays on January 21, 9 am-2 pm at Manassas Church of the Brethren, 10047 Nokesville Road, Manassas 20110. To schedule your appointment, please visit http://www.RedCrossBlood.org/make-donation and enter the keywords “The Joe 15 Team”. Please email [email protected] to learn more.
BEACON for English Language & Literacy is recruiting Volunteer Teachers, Tutors and Substitutes for their spring classes, March 20-June 8. Volunteers are provided with a formal textbook curriculum that incorporates listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Volunteers use the textbook to develop a lesson plan that provides additional opportunities for practice that emphasizes conversation practice and student engagement. You’ll feel great as you help adults gain the confidence and learn the language skills needed to get a job, communicate with their children’s teachers, talk with their doctor, or pursue higher education! Apply today – please visit https://beaconliteracy.org/get-involved/volunteer-application/ or email [email protected] for more information.
Birthright of Woodbridge is looking for volunteers to offer loving, confidential, non-judgmental support to those who are pregnant or think they may be pregnant. Many volunteer opportunities are available, full training and mentorship is provided for volunteers so you can best help the women who need you! Volunteers are needed both mornings and afternoons. Please email [email protected] or call 703.583.1178 for more information.
Brain Injury Services needs PALS volunteers to be matched in a one-to-one friendship with a survivor of a brain injury for monthly outings in the community or friendly visits to their home. You’ll feel great as you help empower a client through the act of human connection! Please email [email protected] or call 703-451-8881, ext. 232, to learn more.
Are you interested in being a disaster volunteer? The City of Manassas CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) needs volunteers who can help with city events and respond to emergencies. A training course for new members will start in February and will end with a live disaster exercise. Your work will help your community stay safe, especially if a disaster should strike! Please visit http://www.manassasva.gov/cert to find out more and apply.
You can make a difference in the life of a child! Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) needs volunteers age 21+ who care about children growing up in a safe, permanent and loving home. The staff will hold their next Virtual Information Session on Wednesday, January 18, 6 pm-7 pm. Learn how you can help protect abused and neglected children in your community by becoming a volunteer advocate. Please email [email protected] or call 703.330.8145 to receive the link to the meeting.
Calling All Women! The awesome folks at Habitat for Humanity Prince William County are hosting a Women’s Day Build on April 27! The project is to be announced, but get those hammers, saws, and nails ready to do some good work benefiting vulnerable families in the community! Please email [email protected] to learn more.
You can help feed food-insecure families! SERVE has an Urgent need for Food Recovery Drivers, age 21+, to support their food assistance program. Drivers are especially needed for Saturday runs, 8 am-12 pm and 12:30 pm-3 pm. Volunteers drive to area grocery stores/restaurants to pick up food donations and deliver them back to the Hunger Resource Center in Manassas. Be prepared to lift boxes weighing up to 50 pounds. Training is provided along with an agency van, and teens can ride with drivers to help. Volunteers are asked to commit to at least one shift a week for at least 6 months – your work will help over 650 families who face food insecurity each month! Please email [email protected] for more information.
SERVE’s Family Shelter needs volunteer groups of 5-7 people who can prepare home-cooked meals for its residents in January and February. It’s a terrific team-building opportunity for families or small groups! Volunteers provide, prepare and deliver nutritious meals for about 60 guests on weekends and holidays. Groups can either serve in person or prepare and drop off the meal. Please visit http://www.nvfs.org/get-involved/volunteer/ to view available meals, email [email protected] or call 571.748.2674 to learn more.
If you’re an Honorably Discharged or Retired Veteran wanting to help other veterans, here’s a terrific opportunity for you! The Veteran’s Treatment Docket, a program of Prince William County Government Criminal Justice Services, is looking for volunteers age 21+ to act as Veteran Mentors to engage, encourage and empower fellow veterans that are involved in the criminal justice system. Duties include be available by phone/video or other means to assist docket participants and be there for your veteran. This may include nights and weekends. A 12-month commitment is required; training is provided. You’ll feel great as you share your own veteran experiences and help a fellow vet get their life and affairs back on track again! Please visit http://bit.ly/3HBNZxe http://bit.ly/3HBNZxe for details, or email [email protected] for more information.
If you are looking for other opportunities, please don’t forget to call our wonderful team at Volunteer Prince William at 703.369.5292. You can also visit our website at http://www.volunteerprincewilliam.org. Thanks so much for all you do in our community.
Embrey Mill Primary and Urgent Care, an independent healthcare organization, join the Stafford business community at 1610 Publix Way, Building B Unit 112, in Stafford.
The organization aims to provide reliable healthcare services. They rang in the New Year and were welcomed by the county with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on January 2, 2023. The office opens to the public on Monday, January 16, 2023.
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Gov. Glenn Youngkin singled out a Germanna Community College nursing graduate when he spoke during his State of the Commonwealth speech on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, about the critical need to boost the number of nurses and other healthcare professionals trained to fill openings in Virginia.
