Haymarket Regional Food Pantry: “At a check presentation Nov. 17, I-66 Express Mobility Partners (I-66 EMP), builder and operator of the 66 Express Outside the Beltway, made a donation of $2,000 to the Haymarket Regional Food Pantry (HRFP).”

“The donation, which establishes a new partnership between I-66 EMP and HRFP, will help the local food bank purchase enough fresh milk and eggs to provide its clients with a weeks worth of those nutritious staples this holiday season.”

“I-66 EMP’s contribution to the food bank represents the companys philosophy of serving the wider community as more than a reliable travel option. The company is committed to making an impact on the lives of all Northern Virginia residents, as demonstrated through its donations,
volunteerism, and partnerships with organizations such as the HRFP.”

“The Haymarket Regional Food Pantry is a community based non-profit organization comprised entirely of volunteers dedicated to eliminating hunger by providing food to individuals and families in Haymarket, Gainesville, and the surrounding areas. Visit HaymarketFoodPantry.org to learn more and make a contribution.”

Prince William County Fire and Rescue: “Outside Gas Leak, Initial Dispatch 12:13 PM, Rose Ellene Lane & Blue Lotus Lane (Haymarket).”

“Ongoing outside gas leak. Earlier this afternoon units arrived on the scene to find a large gas line severed by a Dominion Energy crew. Washington Gas arrived on the scene and determined it is a 6” line and estimate it may take 3-4 additional hours to repair.”5 in

“The length of time is necessary to ensure gas service is not interrupted to the area. John Marshal Highway (Route 55) is completely shut down between Trading Square (Home Depot) and Antioch Road. Five structures on Tulip Terrace were evacuated as a precaution in case the gas line was to ignite.”

“No one has been injured during the incident. Other than the 6” gas line, no property has been damaged. Units are still on the scene.”

Prince William County Public Schools: “In a new program created by the Town of Haymarket, 13 Prince William County Public Schools (PWCS) middle school students participated in the Haymarket Youth in Government Program, giving them an up-close learning experience in government operations that exposed them to career opportunities and workplace skills.”

The following PWCS middle school students participated in the Haymarket Youth in Government Program:

Bull Run Middle School:

• Addison Minor, eighth grade

Gainesville Middle School:

• Audrey Brewster, eighth grade
• Adara Kryway, eighth grade
• Anushka Misra, seventh grade

Ronald Wilson Reagan Middle School:

• Rhea Bhat, eighth grade
• Ivy Chapin, sixth grade
• Emmajin Choi, sixth grade
• Samir Haq, eighth grade
• Sofia Libaak, seventh grade student
• Charlotte Maguire, sixth grade
• Ria Patel, sixth grade
• Braylan Stewart, seventh grade
• Taylor Warnke, eighth grade

“Participants had the chance to work alongside town officials and be part of a governing body that impacts decisions for their community. With their peers and members of the town’s staff and council members, the group’s assignment was to review the results of a survey for Haymarket residents on the best use of park space for their community.”

“Students took on assigned roles in the governing body, such as mayor, police chief, or town treasurer. They researched proposed options, built a case for their choice, and experienced the process of work sessions and council meetings, even sitting on the dais to discuss and present.”

“Based on the success of this year, Haymarket officials hope to grow the program by opening additional age-appropriate opportunities in future.”

Insidenova.com: “The Prince William County Planning Commission will take up on Nov. 8 at 2 p.m. all three data center projects connected to the divisive PW Digital Gateway.”

“Commissioners will render recommendations on the two rezoning requests by QTS Realty Trust Inc. and another by Compass Datacenters in one meeting on Nov. 8, a day following the 2023 general election.”

St. Katharine Drexel Mission: “Construction on St. Katharine Drexel Mission’s new church home on the corner of Waterfall Road and Route 15 in Haymarket, VA, is moving forward at an impressive pace since groundbreaking in March. This faith community, originally founded in 2000, plans to celebrate its first Mass in the new church in May 2024.”

“Located in Western Prince William County, St. Katharine Drexel Catholic Church will include a 300-seat worship space, sanctuary, altar, tabernacle, and preparation spaces.”

“The church will also include an architectural highlight that preserves a treasured piece of Prince William County Catholic history. The church design features seven stained glass windows from the Benedictine Monastery in Bristow, originally part of the monastery’s hundred-year-old chapel.”

Prince William police: “Threats of Violence Investigation – On September 24, at 10:12 a.m., officers responded to Park Valley Church located at 4500 Waverly Farm Drive in Haymarket to investigate a possible threat of violence. The investigation revealed Fairfax County police contacted Prince William County police after their agency received information from police in Anne Arundel County, Maryland regarding a citizen residing in Laurel who reported recent suspicious and concerning online postings on Instagram from an individual later identified as the accused.”

“In the postings, vague threats of violence were made, some of which included images of a location later determined to be Park Valley Church in Haymarket (Prince William County). Through the swift investigation lead by Anne Arundel police, their officers were able to determine a potential residence for the accused in Falls Church and immediately contacted Fairfax County police concerning the postings.”

“When Fairfax County police responded to the home, the accused was not located. Additional information regarding a vehicle was also obtained through the joint investigation and contact was made with Prince William County police to check the church property. An off-duty, uniformed Prince William County police officer working a detail assignment at the church located the unoccupied vehicle belonging to the accused in the parking lot.”

“At around the same time, staff at the church were monitoring a suspicious person who was determined to be the accused who was on the premises. The off-duty officer and church staff coordinated and detained the accused near the entrance without incident. The accused apparently entered the building through a separate door and had been inside the location prior to being stopped.”

“Church services were going on at the time, no injuries were reported. The accused was found to be in possession of a loaded handgun along with an additional magazine, folding knife, and a folding ‘credit card’ style knife. The accused was determined to have a concealed weapon permit, and the firearm was not reported stolen.”

“Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Rui JIANG, was arrested. Additionally, an Emergency Substantial Risk Order (ESRO) and a search warrant for the residence in Falls Church were obtained. Related documents and electronic items were seized, no additional firearms were located.”

“Anyone who may have had previous contact with the accused leading up to this incident is asked to contact Prince William County police at 703-792-7000. Arrested on September 24: Rui JIANG, 35, of 5601 Seminary Road, #318, in Falls Church. Charged with threats of bodily harm and carrying dangerous weapon to place of religious worship. Court Date: Pending | Bond: Held WITHOUT Bond.”

International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers: “The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 26 made a substantial food donation to the Haymarket Food Pantry on Tuesday, August 22 at 11:00 a.m.”

“This donation is being made in response to repeated public testimony from members of the community calling for additional food resources as supplies struggle to meet demand. Every year since the pandemic has been record breaking for the Haymarket Food Pantry in terms of meals served. Since 2018 the food pantry has seen a 94% increase in families coming in for assistance.”

“Last year the pantry served 37000 individuals. This year that number has
already been surpassed. Food insecurity has been on the rise across the region. Families making under $105000 a year are food insecure. We are proud as an organization to pay our journeymen electricians $110240. High paying union jobs are a great path to the middle class and out of insecurity. Over 24,310 people in Prince William County are food insecure.”

Bruster’s Real Ice Cream: “Bruster’s Real Ice Cream is hosting a grand opening celebration at their newest location in Haymarket.”

“Bruster’s Real Ice Cream features 150 flavors of handcrafted ice cream, yogurt, Italian ice and sorbet. There are nearly 200 independently owned locations in 22 states, Guyana and South Korea.

“Beginning Friday, July 21, 2023, Bruster’s will be open daily from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. and will be located at 6613 Watts Road, Haymarket.”

“In celebration of the sweetest national holiday, Bruster’s debuted a brand-new flavor –Peanut Butter Overload with REESE’S ®, featuring Dark Chocolate Ice Cream with Peanut Butter Swirls & REESE’S® Peanut Butter Cups. This is being featured along with another candy bar favorite, Toffee Bar, a smooth vanilla ice cream swirled with Heath® Bar’s crunchy English toffee pieces.”

Prince William Police Department: Aggravated Malicious Wounding | Hit & Run Crash Investigation *ADDITIONAL INCIDENT | ARREST – “On June 28 at 12:28 PM, officers responded to a residence located in the 8900 block of Rugby Rd. in Manassas (20109) to investigate a domestic dispute. When officers arrived on scene, a man, later identified as the accused, brandished a knife and began stabbing himself. Officers quickly detained the accused and provided first aid until fire and rescue personnel arrived and flew the accused to an area hospital where he is expected to survive.”

“The investigation revealed the accused was involved in a verbal altercation with an acquaintance, a 29-year-old woman, that escalated when the accused pulled the victim to the ground. At one point, the accused retrieved a knife and threatened the victim when other occupants in the home attempted to intervene. The accused then drove his vehicle into a parked vehicle outside of the residence as the victim and other occupants retreated to a bedroom in the home. The accused attempted to force entry into the room when police arrived on the scene. Minor injuries were reported by one of the other parties. While investigating the incident, officers determined the accused was wanted for his involvement in an unrelated malicious assault that occurred on Kilhaven Ct. in Manassas on June 25.”

“Following the investigation, the accused, identified as Anthony Roni VAUGHN III, was arrested. Arrested on June 28: [No Photo Available] Anthony Roni VAUGHN III, 28, of 9513 Clematis St. in Manassas, Charged with 3 counts of attempted malicious wounding, 1 count of burglary, 1 count of assault & battery. Previously wanted for 1 count of aggravated malicious wounding, 1 count of malicious wounding, 1 count of strangulation, and 2 counts of felony hit & run Court Date: Pending | Status: Incarcerated” Read More