The 4th Annual Manassas Park Latino Fest, “Unidos en Fiesta,” will occur Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024, on September 29, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will feature live performances, food, games, and activities, promoting community unity and cultural appreciation.
The event was rescheduled, according to Manassas Park Council woman Yesi Amaya, who said, “We had to change the date to Sunday, October 6 due to weather.”
Potomac Local News learned of the change only after this story was posted.
Press Release:
Manassas Park Gears Up for the 4th Annual Latino Fest “Unidos en Fiesta”
Manassas Park, VA –
September 29, 2024 –The vibrant spirit of Latin American culture will come alive at the 4th Annual Manassas Park Latino Fest, “Unidos en Fiesta,” on Sunday, September 29, 2024, from 10 AM to 6 PM. This much-anticipated celebration, organized by the Manassas Park Latino Fest Committee and chaired by Council Member Yesy Amaya, promises a day filled with music, food, and community unity at Signal Hill Park.Live performances from talented groups and soloists will take center stage, showcasing the sounds and rhythms that define Latino heritage. Festival-goers will also enjoy a variety of food, games, arts and crafts, and much more, making it a fun and family-friendly experience for all. Special appearances by Latino Fest Queen Heydi Martinez and Vice Queen Sonia Lovo will highlight the day’s festivities.
Guided by the values of inclusivity, respect, and cultural appreciation, the mission of the Latino Fest is to foster a joyous and welcoming atmosphere where people from all backgrounds can come together to celebrate the richness of Latino traditions, art, music, and cuisine.
“We are excited to once again bring this event to life and unite our community in celebration of the vibrant Latino culture,” said Yesy Amaya, Chair of the Manassas Park Latino Fest Committee. “This festival is a testament to the strength and beauty of diversity in our city, and we look forward to welcoming everyone.”
A special thanks goes out to our Silver Sponsor, WG Contracting, for their generous support in making this event possible.
Event Details:
What: 4th Annual Manassas Park Latino Fest “Unidos en Fiesta”
When: Sunday, Oct. 6, 2024,September 29, 2024, 10 AM – 6 PM
Where: Manassas Park City Plaza, 100 Park Central Plaza
Admission: FreeFor more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/MPLatinoFest or contact Yesy Amaya 571-359-3188
Come join us for a day of unity, culture, and celebration!
WJLA-TV: The husband of a missing Manassas Park mother charged in connection to her disappearance is due back in court twice this week, as his defense seeks to quash his arrest warrant.
Local officials, including Delegate Michelle Maldonado (D), Vice Mayor Alanna Mensing, and Council Members Yesy Amaya and Darryl Moore, organized the event to create a safe and supportive environment for domestic violence survivors, they said during a governing body meeting on Sept. 17, 2024. A panel of representatives from various community-serving nonprofits will offer vital information on services available to victims and their families.
Attendees can hear from experts, ask questions, and gain insights into locally available resources. Among the organizations participating are agencies focused on mental health and emergency housing and advocates who work directly with survivors.
The event highlights the collaborative efforts of the community and nonprofit organizations to ensure support for those affected. Manassas Park City Schools also offer mental health support services, such as Care Solis, a multilingual, free mental health service open to all residents.
The city’s website also provides resources for domestic violence victims, including hotline numbers and community service programs that provide immediate help. The forum underscores Manassas Park’s dedication to fostering a community of safety, awareness, and prevention.
The workshop follows the disappearance and likely death of Mamta Kaffle Bhatt of Manassas Park. She’s not been seen since late July, and her husband, Naresh Bhatt, will stand trial on a charge of concealing a body in December. So far, investigators have located her body.
Dominion Energy has announced plans for a significant infrastructure upgrade with the Clifton to Winters Branch electric transmission rebuild project. The utility presented details about the project at the Sept. 17, 2024, Manassas Park Governing Body meeting and aims to modernize and enhance the electric grid's reliability in Northern Virginia by replacing existing infrastructure with updated technology and equipment.
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Candidates for the United States House of Representatives will be speaking at Metz Middle School in Manassas on Tuesday night.
Candidates for the Virginia 7th and 10th Congressional districts will engage in a forum, which the Prince William NAACP, Coalition for Action and Prince William Chamber for Commerce are hosting.
The forum is an opportunity to meet the congressional candidates and speak with them directly. Attendees can ask questions, engage with the candidates and make an informed decision ahead of early voting, which starts on Friday.
The event is being moderated by Larry Miller, an anchor for WUSA9. There will be a reception with light refreshments at 6:30 p.m. and the forum will begin at 7 p.m.
All four candidates were invited, but it is unclear whether Mike Clancy will attend. The candidates are:
- Eugene Vindman (D), 7th district candidate
- Derrick Anderson (R), 7th district candidate
- Suhas Subramanyam (D), 10th district candidate
- Mike Clancy (R), 10th district candidate
Virginia’s 7th Congressional District seat is up for grabs because the current House Rep., Abigail Spanberger, is running for governor, which will be on the ballot in 2025. The 10th Congressional seat is open because Rep. Jennifer Wexton is retiring following a diagnosis of progressive supranuclear palsy.
The 10th district covers all of Fauquier County, Loudoun County and Rappahannock County, parts Fairfax County and western Prince William County and the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park. The seventh district covers the southern and eastern Prince William County, Stafford County, Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania.
Voters can find their U.S. Representative by searching via zip code.
If you’re going:Â
- When:Â Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m.
- Where:Â Metz Middle School (9950 Wellington Road, Manassas)
- RegistrationÂ
If you cannot make it in-person, the Prince William Chamber of Commerce will livestream the event from their Facebook page.
Insidenova.com: “The trial of Naresh Bhatt on a felony charge of concealment of a dead body has been scheduled to begin Dec. 9 in Prince William County Circuit Court. The six-day trial was set for Dec. 9-11 and Dec. 16-18, with an arraignment on Dec. 9 at 9 a.m. and a pre-trial conference on Nov. 20. The trial dates were set Monday.”
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Keep the Park Beautiful hosted a street cleanup on Denver Drive in Manassas Park. Ten volunteers, ranging from 12 to 91 years old, collected over 225 pounds of litter in two hours. Volunteers included Keep the Park Committee members and the Vice Queen of the 2023 Manassas Park Latino Festival.
In addition to typical litter like cans and bottles, unusual items such as a bowling ball and an extensive liquor bottle were found. The cleanup extended to surrounding streets, including W. Rugby Drive and Holden Drive. The next cleanup event will occur on October 14 at Scott Drive Pocket Park.
Good morning Uriah,
Yesterday Keep the Park Beautiful (City of Manassas Park) held a street cleanup of Denver Drive. We have attached a variety of photos.
We had 10 volunteers who for two hours collected at least 225 lbs of litter. Our volunteers included Keep the Park Committee Members, Manassas Park residents (12 years old to 91 years young) and Vice Queen of 2023 Manassas Park Latino Festival.
In addition the cigarette buds, cans, bottles and juice boxes, we collected suitcase, bowling ball, large bottle of liquor and construction debris.
In addition to Denver Drive and surrounding streets, we cleaned up the W. Rugby Drive, behind the homes on Holden Drive.
Our next event is 10 am – 12 pm, Oct. 14, Scott Drive Pocket Park Cleanup.
For info: https://www.manassasparkva.gov/government/boards___committees/keep_the_park_beautiful_(kpb).php or email [email protected]
Thank you and please contact me with any questions.
Laura Hampton
Manassas Park City Council
Insidenova.com: “Naresh Bhatt’s defense took a step forward Friday morning as a Prince William Circuit Court judge partially granted a motion to compel, forcing the prosecution to turn over evidence related to Mamta Kafle Bhatt’s canceled Uber ride on July 27.” Read More
A 31-year-old man from Manassas City was found dead in Blooms Park on the night of September 6, 2024, after police and multiple agencies responded to a report of a lost hiker. The search included assistance from the Manassas Park Fire Department, Prince William County Police Department, Fairfax County Police Department, and Warren County Sheriff’s Department. Authorities have confirmed there is no suspected foul play and no threat to the public. The victim’s name has not been released, and the case has been handed over to the medical examiner for review.
This incident is unrelated to the case of the missing mother, Mamta Kafle Bhatt, who is presumed dead. Police have conducted searches in Blooms Park and nearby areas for her body. Her husband, Naresh Bhatt, was arrested and charged with felony concealing a body on Thursday.
Press Release
On September 06, 2024 at approximately 2100 hours, units responded to Blooms Park (9701 Manassas Dr) for a report of a lost hiker in the area. Units checked the area extensively in conjunction with the Manassas Park Fire Department, Prince William County Police Department, Fairfax County Police Department, and Warren County Sheriff’s Department. The subject was located deceased by units. There is no suspected foul play, and no threat to the public. The deceased is identified as a 31 year old male from Manassas City. The next of kin has been notified. The case has been turned over to the medical examiners office for review.
