A Prince William County Public Schools spokeswoman confirmed tonight that Woodbridge High School administrators are bracing for a student walkout tomorrow, Friday, November 17, 2023.
According to information emailed to parents by Principal Heather Abney, the students will join others who support Palestine, who have called for a cease-fire in an ongoing war with Israeli soldiers following Hamas militants who invaded Israel and killed citizens in their homes on October 7, 2023.
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Press release: “Occoquan District Supervisor Kenny Boddye again invites animal lovers to Barktoberfest, a celebration of Prince William County’s (PWC) furriest residents. This year, the event is being held in conjunction with the Chinn Regional Library Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 21, 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, 13065 Chinn Park Drive, 22192.”
“Attendees can connect with local resources and service providers for pets, and learn how they can get involved in animal advocacy efforts ranging from volunteering at the shelter or dog park to fostering opportunities. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome at the event, and costumes are encouraged in the spirit of the season. Barktoberfest will feature:”
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Animal adoptions
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Pet-friendly photo booth
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Dog agility course
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Free treats, tennis balls, & other giveaways
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Resources & services for pet owners
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Ways to support animal welfare in PWC
“Exhibitors include the PWC Animal Shelter, PWC SPCA, PWC Dogs (the volunteer group for K9 Gunner Dog Park), Dapper Chap Cofee, Dirty Dogs Mobile Grooming, Feisty Dog Xchange, Mr. Woof Dog Care, Squishy Face Crew of Virginia, Petsuites of Manassas, Operation Paws for Homes and Wagging Warriors.”
“Additionally, the Chinn Fall Festival will offer a range of children’s activities, a petting zoo, crafts, music, food trucks and a used book sale. Seals on Wheels, the PWC Circuit Court Clerk’s mobile service center, will also be there offering services such as the filing of applications for marriage licenses and notaries.”
Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department: “OWL VFD Open House event is scheduled for Saturday, October 14th from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Fire Station 14 (12400 Hedges Run Drive, Woodbridge). OWL VFD welcomes the community to visit the station.
OWL VFD President Dave Williams shared, “This event is a traditional favorite for OWL VFD to host. The community is invited to visit “our house” to see fire and rescue apparatus up close, talk with firefighters and EMTs, and enjoy refreshments provided by the OWL VFD Auxiliary.”
Sparky the Fire Dog will also be hanging out. At approximately 2:00 p.m., OWL VFD members and Prince William County Department of Fire and Rescue personnel will demonstrate a vehicle extrication.
OWL VFD Department Chief Wayne Haight explained, “The demonstration is one of the highlights of our Open House event. We’ll have a team of technical rescue firefighters who will show the audience how they use various tools to remove an entrapped patient from a car.”
OWL VFD has proudly served the community for over 85 years. To learn more, join or donate, visit www.owlvfd.org
Prince William County fire and rescue: “Early this morning, units were dispatched for a townhouse fire in the 3000 block of Eagle Rock Court (Lake Ridge). Crews arrived on the scene a short time later and were met with smoke showing from the front of the structure. “
“All occupants were out of the house after having been alerted by sounding smoke detectors. The occupants (2 adults and 3 children) were forced to evacuate from a second story window to the ground below prior to fire and EMS units arriving. Both of the adults were injured during their evacuation and transported to a nearby medical facility with non-life-threatening injuries.”
“The home sustained extensive damage and was determined unsafe to occupy by the Building Official. The Fire Marshal’s Office determined the fire started from an electrical source in the living room.”
“This incident could have had a tragic outcome had it not been for working smoke detectors. Fire Chief Thomas LaBelle states, ‘All residences must and should have smoke detectors’. Smoke detectors provide the optimal warning to occupants by providing sufficient time to escape a structure fire. For more information you can contact the Fire Marshal’s Office at 703-792-6360 or contact your nearest fire station.”
Prince William County fire and rescue: “[Monday, September 11, 2023, 10:45 AM] units were dispatched to the 12900 block of Orleans Street (Lake Ridge) for a house fire. Crews arrived with smoke and fire showing from the attic in the front of the house. An occupant had been outside, smelled smoke and observed smoke coming from the attic. Rapid actions quickly extinguished the flames. No injuries were reported. The structure sustained moderate damage and was posted unsafe to occupy by the Building Official. The American Red Cross assisted the two (2) adult occupants. The Fire Marshal’s Office contributed the cause of the fire to a faulty attic fan.”
“The Defendant will be sentenced on November 16, 2023. Members of the victim’s family will present victim impact testimony at that time. The Defendant faces a maximum term of imprisonment of 10 years in prison.”
“In the early evening hours of June 18, 2022, the Defendant, Gentil Mwenze Banze, was driving his motor vehicle westbound on Old Bridge Road. Witnesses described the Defendant’s vehicle as swerving in and out of his lane of travel, almost striking other vehicles, before veering to the right and leaving the roadway.”
“The Defendant’s vehicle entered the sidewalk and struck a pedestrian, Mr. Luis Alfredo Perez, Jr., 45, who had been out walking the family dog that evening. After the Defendant struck Mr. Perez, Jr. and his dog, he crashed into the utility pole located in the area of Cape Cod Ct, bringing down live power lines and causing an audible and visible explosion on Old Bridge Rd.”
“Investigator Chad Mason of the Prince William County Crash Investigation Unit noted that the Defendant had an odor of alcoholic beverage coming from his person, had a slight sway to his body as he was standing, had bloodshot and watery eyes, and exhibited signs of impairment in all three standardized field sobriety tests that he attempted.”
“The Defendant later admitted to drinking Guinness Beer prior to driving, and testing later confirmed the Defendant’s blood alcohol content to be 0.11g/210L of breath approximately three hours after the crash had occurred. Unfortunately, both Mr. Perez Jr. and his dog succumbed to the injuries they sustained as a result of the crash.”
“The Office of the Commonwealth Attorney would like to commend and thank the Prince William County Crash Investigation Unit, particularly Investigator Chad Mason, for their investigation and work that successfully resulted in a conviction in this case.”
“In addition, the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney would like to thank Arturo Guzman, a Case Manager for the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney Victim/Witness program, for the assistance he has provided to the victim’s family in this case. This case was prosecuted by Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney Sarah Sami.”
Press release: "Karla Justice ...[is] condemning the extremely racist remarks made by Supervisor Kenny Boddye. While being interviewed by the Prince William Times about the recent primary election results, Supervisor Boddye seemed to suggest that the Democrat nominee for Board Chair, Deshundra Jefferson, only won because she was black."
"During the interview, Boddye is quoted as saying, “I think it speaks to the support on the Democratic side to elect candidates of color; she is poised to be the first Black and Black woman chair.” Jefferson, the Democrat victor in the primary upset cited Boddye’s remarks as “extraordinarily racist.” Karla Justice said 'I'm joining Deshundra Jefferson and a host of other leaders in condemning my opponent's remarks as extremely racist and out of touch. I am so proud of our very diverse community for making their voices and concerns heard on Primary Election Day. I resent the idea that any of our candidates were elected simply because of their race.'
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Prince William County Public Libraries: “Prince William County Sheriff’s Office will produce a plastic ID card with your child’s photo and measurements. This card could be the key to assisting law enforcement agencies if a child ever goes missing.”
“Producing the card offers children a fun and positive experience interacting with law enforcement officers. The Sheriff’s Office does not retain the information to protect the family’s privacy.”
Ident-a-Child — All Ages
- Bull Run: Monday, July 10, 10:30 a.m.
- Central: Tuesday, July 11, 10:30 a.m.
- Potomac: Monday, July 31, 10:30 a.m.
- Dumfries: Tuesday, August 1, 10:30 a.m.
- Chinn Park: Wednesday, August 2, 10:30 a.m.
- Dale City: Monday, August 7, 10:30 a.m.
- Lake Ridge: Tuesday, August 8, 10:30 a.m.
- Nokesville: Wednesday, August 9, 10:30 a.m.
Press release: "YogaSix is a modern fitness boutique with its newest location in the Lake Ridge...May 31, 2023. Located at 12423 Hedges Run Drive."
"YogaSix Lake Ridge is owned by Air Force Veteran Lydia Maglathlin. She was commissioned as an Intelligence Officer and served on active duty for four years."
