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DOE Found PWCS Failed to Fully Address Racially Hostile Environment at Brentsville District High School

The Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights determined that Prince William County Public Schools failed to take “prompt and effective” steps to address a racially hostile and antisemitic environment at Brentsville District High School.
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Bristow Man Dies in Catharpin Car Crash

Fatal Crash Investigation –  On Feb. 25 at 2:33 p.m., crash investigators responded to the area of Pageland Lane near Livia Drive in Catharpin to investigate a crash.
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Haymarket Teen Turns Himself in for Sexual Assault of Adult Woman

Sexual Assault Investigation – On February 20, 2025, detectives concluded an investigation into a sexual assault that was reported to have occurred at a residence in the Gainesville (20155) …
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Governor Glenn Youngkin Unveils 'Virginia Has Jobs' Initiative Amid Federal Layoffs

Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the launch of “Virginia Has Jobs”, a bold effort designed to further unleash the Commonwealth’s economic strength by connecting Virginia’s tremendous job opportunities with a robust and talented workforce.

County Executive Presents Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget

Prince William County Executive Christopher Shorter presented the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Budget to the Board of County Supervisors during their 7 p.m. meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025. The …
Community Sponsored News
Prince William County to Offer Grants Supporting the Arts
Grants for arts organizations are available through the New and Emerging Grant and the General Operating Grant, both funded by Prince William County Government.
Take OmniRide For A Better Commute
As the federal workforce returns to in-office work, discussions around traffic and parking availability have intensified. OmniRide offers commuters better alternatives to driving alone.
Fauquier Health Names April VanBuecken DAISY Award Honoree
April VanBuecken, RN, DNP, MHSA was named Fauquier Health’s DAISY Award Honoree for the fourth quarter of 2024.
EDUCATION & LEARNING
David Van Gelder will assume the role of acting principal at Patriot High School in 2025.

David Van Gelder Named Acting Principal of Patriot High School

Patriot High School announced Thursday that assistant principal David Van Gelder would take over for Principal Michael Bishop.
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Deb Hansen (center) and fellow actors attending Atlantic Acting School are on their way to see "Awesome 80s Prom," in New York City.

Changing Directions : Local Theater Director Deb Hansen Encourages Everyone to Play their Part 

Hansen decided to direct the musical “Miracle on 34th Street: A Live Musical Radio Play,” but not in the traditional manner. Rather than having the cast of 19 adults and four children just stand at microphones, Hansen plans to have them move about the intimate space.

MASTERS IN MARTIAL ARTS : Kwon’s Champion School of Gainesville inspires generations 

Eric Kwon’s career took a different path from what he intended. In 2001 he graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in chemistry. After completing one of the university’s …

From Country Boy to Country Hero: Decorated veteran recounts life as a Vietnam medevac pilot

Douglas Moore as a young military pilot.

Col. Douglas E. Moore of Haymarket considers himself a country boy from Arkansas, but there’s more to him. Not only did he serve his country honorably as a pilot and soldier, but he also wrote …

Bristow Author Publishes Third Book in Nightmarish Series 

"Gathering Storm" is J.D. Toepfer

Highway to Hell Local author publishes third book in nightmarish series  BY KATHERINE MERCURIO GOTTHARDT    When it comes to the place of eternal suffering, John …

Curious Kids

Is ranch dressing a liquid or a solid? A physicist explains

It pours like a liquid but  maintains its shape like a solid.
A physicist explains that the short answer is both … and neither.

How are clouds’ shapes made? A scientist explains the different cloud types and how they help forecast weather

Lenticular clouds, like this one over a mountain in Chile, can look like flying saucers.

Puffy to wispy, barely there or dark and menacing, clouds come in many shapes and sizes. Each tells a story about what’s going on in the atmosphere.

Reading nonfiction prepares kids for success
(BPT) - By Melissa Taylor, M.Ed., former elementary teacher and K-12 literacy trainerNonfiction is essential in a child's reading diet. Most children primarily read fiction, but as they progress in …
BookTrib’s Bites: Curl Up With These Four Fantastic Reads
(NewsUSA) - Covet the Chaos by Caleb Shawn SullyBased on a true story. Emerging from his service in Iraq, a soldier seeks redemption and solace by joining the Peace Corps and volunteering in …
Your next favorite story won’t be written by AI – but it could be someday
Good storytelling relies on sound writing, believability, creativity and lived experience. AI has become skilled at the first two but still falls short on the second two.
New Book in Epic Fantasy Series
(NAPSI)—The highly anticipated third book in The New York Times bestselling Supernatural Investigations series from B. B. Alston and HarperCollins is now available. Popular with middle-grade …
New Book By Gary Vaynerchuk Teaches Kids The Importance of Balance
(NAPSI)—Here’s good news for many parents: Teaching kids to look at both sides of an issue can be easier and more delightful than they realize. That’s because there’s now a unique two-in-one …
Food stories from around the web

Leading Fast-Casual Noodle Restaurant Unveils Irresistible New Dishes, Enhanced Classics, and a Fresh Brand Identity

(BPT) - Today's consumers are continuously seeking out elevated dining experiences, leading many fast-casual restaurants to look for new and innovative ways to bring guests through their doors. For …

Grillmaster answers age-old question: What's better, charcoal or pellet?

(BPT) - With warmer temps comes the return to grilling, one of America's most beloved pastimes. Given all the options available today — from equipment, fuel and methods to what you can grill …

Spring into Stain Season with the Hottest Outdoor Color of 2025

(BPT) - Exterior wood requires regular upkeep to prevent weather damage and preserve its longevity. Coming off a long winter of snow and rain, it's important that homeowners tend to their decks and …

Exploring national parks in AWD Vs. 4WD vehicles

RealTruck.com discusses which of the two most popular off-road drive types—all-wheel-drive (AWD) and four-wheel-drive (4WD)—is best suited for off-roading in National Parks.