Due to inclement weather, all Prince William County courts will be closed on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. This includes:
- Circuit Court
- General District Court
- Juvenile District Court
Residents are encouraged to check pwcva.gov/ei for updates on other closures and additional information.
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Manassas Park Resident Jose Rafael Lizama pled guilty Friday, January 3, 2024, to felony Involuntary Manslaughter stemming from a December 2, 2023 crash where Lizama admitted to striking and killing pedestrian Justin Burns, 39, of Blackstone, Va.
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Due to inclement weather, the Prince William County Judicial Center will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 6, 2025. This closure affects all courts at the Judicial Center, including the Circuit Court, General District Court, and Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court.
The Prince William County Judicial Center, located in Manassas, is a significant facility serving the legal needs of a county with a population of over 482,000. The center houses several courtrooms, offices for judges and clerks, and resources for public access to judicial services. Its size and capacity make it a central hub for legal proceedings in one of Virginia’s most populous counties.
Residents and legal professionals are encouraged to check the Prince William County Government website at pwcva.gov/ei for updates on closures and rescheduling. Additional information about other government office closures due to the weather will also be available.
For those with scheduled court appearances, further details regarding rescheduling or deadlines will be communicated by the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the coming days.
Manassas City Public Schools (MCPS) announced that all schools will be closed on Monday, due to forecasted inclement weather.
The announcement, shared on the district's official account on X, formerly known as Twitter, noted, "Manassas City Public Schools will be closed Jan. 6, 2025, due to forecasted inclement weather. Code BLUE for employees."
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What You Need to Know:
Snow Emergency Routes: When a Snow Emergency is declared, parking will be prohibited on designated snow emergency routes. These streets are prioritized for plowing to ensure safe travel for residents and emergency vehicles. Check the city’s snow map at manassasva.gov/snowmap to see which roads are included and what will be plowed first.
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Miranda Cormack, the proud mother, welcomed her son, Colson James Cormack, at 2:43 a.m. on January 1, 2025. Colson weighed in at seven pounds and four ounces and measured 20 inches long. He was delivered by Dr. Victor R. Khayat, with assistance from nurse Kiani Hudgens, RN, and a dedicated team of medical staff, according to a press release.
According to the press release, the delivery team shared their excitement in welcoming the first baby of the year, playing a special role in this milestone for the Cormack family. Colson will reside with his family in Warrenton, where they are looking forward to new adventures and memories in the year ahead.
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Prince William County Police Officer Latrell Guy, who was a member of the 50th class, said he now better appreciates the hardships people face in dealing with mental illness.
"I just have a better understanding of what the person themselves might be going through and get them the help they need rather than go to a more restrictive route," Guy said. "We need to understand what they have to live with and how we can help them get through their day. It’s something everyone should take in general to be more knowledgeable about these situations."
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Jan. 6 (Monday)
- Manassas City Council Meeting, 5:30 p.m.
Jan. 8
