“The Prince William County Police Department is looking for hardy individuals – or teams of family, friends, co-workers, or organizations – willing to brave the cold temperatures on land, and in the water, to help raise money for Special Olympics.”
Castaways Theatre: “SHOAH is the stage adaptation of the award-winning 1985 film documentary by French director Claude Lanzmann. The original 9-hour film has been condensed for the stage and includes interviews with Holocaust survivors, former members of Nazi organizations, and residents of communities near the death camps. The goal of SHOAH is unique and single-minded: to describe in detail the inhumanity of the “Final Solution” during the World War II years of 1942-1944.”
“The stage adaptation of SHOAH provides an opportunity to educate, understand, and live it in our hearts and minds. As Simone de Beauvoir stated: “It becomes our experience.”
“More than twenty actors will touch your heart as they recall their time during the Holocaust. A cellist and violinist perform actual music written by Jewish concentration camp inmates.”
“Performances in 2024 will be at the AJ Ferlazzo Building, 15941 Donald Curtis Drive, Woodbridge VA on Fridays and Saturdays, January 5, 6, 12, 13 at 7:30 PM and Sundays, January 7, 14 at 2 PM. Order tickets today at castawaystheatre.org. Castaways is partially supported by a grant from the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment of the Arts.
“Castaways Theatre is a non-profit theater company. Castaways seeks to enrich and entertain a range of audiences through a variety of live productions that enhance the cultural life of the community.”
Update Friday, Dec. 15, 2023 — “Building officials have determined the cause of the incident was carbon monoxide escaping from a broken furnace pipe in the basement. All homeowners are strongly encouraged to have their gas appliances regularly inspected by a trained professional.”
Original post — A total of 10 people were sickened by carbon monoxide poisoning in Woodbridge on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. Prince William County fire and rescue crews were called to the 2400 block of Neabsco Creek Court, just off Neabsco Road in Woodbridge, at 10:03 a.m. for a report of a gas leak and found the victims suffering various degrees of illness.
Based on the situation presented, crews began to take air readings. They determined the air within the home contained high levels of carbon monoxide.
All of the individuals were removed from the structure. Emergency crews took five adults and five children to a hospital for evaluation and treatment. All 10 were family members who lived at the home, said Prince William Fire and Rescue Assistant Chief Matt Smolksy.
Washington Gas responded to the scene and secured the building. No other homes were impacted by the event. The cause of the high levels of carbon monoxide is undetermined, said Smolksy.
From the county fire marshal:
The Prince William County Fire Marshal’s Office strongly recommends the installation of carbon monoxide detectors in all residences. All gas fired appliances and furnaces need regular inspection for proper operation. Fireplaces need to be inspected for proper operation and ventilation. Do not operate a generator inside your home or garage. Be familiar with all appliance operating instructions, as many appliances require varying degrees of ventilation to operate safely. Kerosene heaters often require outside ventilation. In addition, homes should also be equipped with smoke detectors to ensure safety from fire.
Occoquan-Woodbridge-Lorton Volunteer Fire Department is requesting donations for a firefighter suffering from ALS.
Mike Clark, a third-generation firefighter, carries forward the legacy of his grandparents, who were founding members of the Bailey’s Crossroads VFD, and his father, who served as a volunteer firefighter there.
Mike’s passion for firefighting ignited at a young age. Mike’s journey with OWL VFD commenced at the age of 16 when he joined as a junior member. Â By 1978, he had advanced to the role of a senior firefighter.
His commitment led him to earn certifications as FF I, FF II, and FF III with the introduction of standardized training by Fire Programs. Additionally, he completed the incident officer class and assumed the role of Sergeant. Mike served as a Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain for a cumulative nine years before earning the position of Assistant Chief. Remarkably, he held this role for 23 years.
Mike’s journey took an unexpected turn when he began experiencing speech difficulties, ultimately receiving an ALS diagnosis. Now, after 47 years of service, Mike faces both financial and physical challenges posed by ALS. Medicate does not cover the in-home nursing he requires, and extensive accessibility modifications to ensure his comfort and mobility.
"Freedom-Woodbridge High School defeated Highland Springs 42-34 Saturday at the University of Virginia to claim its second straight Class 6 state football title," Insidenova.com reports.
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The final access points to the Interstate 95 E-ZPass Express Lanes opened Friday, Dec. 8, 2023.
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Press Release:Â "The Food Services team at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (SNVMC) in Woodbridge, received the honor as the Regional Account of the Year by Morrison Healthcare in an awards presentation held at the medical center on November 21."
"Morrison Healthcare is a national leader in health care food and nutrition support services that partners with more than 975 hospitals and health care systems in the United States, including Sentara Health."
Prince William police: “REMINDER! TIP A COP at #PotomacMills @texasroadhouse begins at 3:00. To support #SpecialOlympics, #PWCPD officers are volunteering & donating 100% of their tips to the cause until 10 tonight.#TexasRoadhouse will donate 10% of your total food purchases if you show this flyer.”
WHRO: "Sentara Health now owns the controlling interest in local urgent care provider Velocity."
"Sentara partnered with Velocity in 2017 when it turned seven of its urgent cares over to Velocity’s management and helped invest in 10 more."
