TOP NEWS STORIES THIS WEEK

OmniRide: Fare-Free Friday

Rides will be FREE all day on Friday, June 9, on all OmniRide Express buses that connect Prince William and Manassas area residents to points in northern Virginia.
RECENT NEWS STORIES

PWCS Will Evaluate Its Standards-Based Grading Policy

Some board members are concerned that students are not as motivated to learn when retests are always available.

UPDATE: Police Arrest Suspect in Sudley-area Stabbing

Officers located a 26-year-old man suffering from stab wounds.

Police Search for Masked Man Who Robbed Sudley Manor Dr. 7-11

The store employee reported minor injuries.

NoVa HOA Roundtable Endorses Candidates in PWC Board Chair Primary

The HOA Roundtable of Northern Virginia announces its endorsement of Deshundra Jefferson (D) & Jeanine Lawson (R) in the June 20 Primary Elections for Chair of the Prince William Board of County Supervisors

Keep in Mind Less Than 4% of Gainesville-area Data Centers are Operational

Less than 4% of the data center buildings zoned for the Gainesville area have been completed, making it impossible to assess the cumulative impacts on residents and the environment.

UPDATE: Police Offer $10K Reward for Triple Murder Suspect

The suspect allegedly brandished a firearm before shooting.

AG Miyares Announces $102.5 Million Settlement with Suboxone Maker for Alleged Illegal Monopoly Tactics

Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares announced that 42 states have negotiated a nationwide $102.5 million settlement with the maker of Suboxone, Indivior Inc.

Which zip code in each state has the highest median income?

Rocket Homes examined Census Bureau data to find the highest-earning ZIP codes with at least 500 residents in each state based on 2021 median income.

Looking Out for Your Lungs

(Family Features) Help protect your lungs from injury or disease with these tips from experts at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.

RECENT NEWS
EDUCATION & LEARNING
PWCS Announces 2023's Outstanding Educators of the Year
PWCS is pleased to announce the winners of the 2022-23 Outstanding Educators Awards. This year we recognized finalists for the Novice Teacher, Teacher, and Principal of the Year at the awards …
PWEA Calls for Collective Bargaining Meetings to be Open to PWCS Employees
PWEA leadership calls for the PWCS school board to agree to open bargaining, allowing school employees to either attend or view meetings remotely.
Register for Summer Camp with Prince William County Parks & Rec.
Registration is NOW OPEN for Summer Camps! Earn Parks Play Money when you register a child during the month of March.

How computing technology has evolved in the classroom

EDsmart consulted a variety of news, education, and technology industry sources to trace how computing technology used in classrooms has changed over the past six decades.  

COMMUNITY NEWS

Deshundra Jefferson Supports Keeping Data Centers Away from Bristow Homes

Deshundra Jefferson received a warm reception in Bristow as she pledges to protect homes and schools from the incursion of data centers.

City of Manassas Named Bike Friendly Community

The City of Manassas has been awarded the Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) award from the League …

OmniRide to Host Senior Summit

Community partners will showcase their services and provide resources for older adults, their families, and caregivers.

The annual Firecracker 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run always brings a festive atmosphere with music, food, and costumes.
Community partners will showcase their services and provide resources for older adults, their families, and caregivers.
JES Foundation Repair technicians are experts in the fields of foundation repair, basement waterproofing and crawl space maintenance.
Gainesville-Haymarket (G-H) and Warrenton Rotary clubs have partnered to launch their signature Help Kids Now program, a multi-year, multiple-partner community effort focused on mental health crisis prevention, early detection and treatment for local children in need.
LOCAL NEWS
BUSINESS BEAT

JES Foundation Repair is the Expert in Foundation Repair and Waterproofing

JES Foundation Repair technicians are experts in the fields of foundation repair, basement waterproofing and crawl space maintenance.

Flagship Carwash Opens New Express Location on Hoadly Road in Manassas

It joins the Centreville Road full-service location and the popular new Flagship Express on Sudley Manor Drive.

Changes in the Labor Market: What to Expect in the Next Quarters of the Year?

We have teamed up with experts from job aggregator Jooble to outline the trends, challenges, and opportunities in the labor market in 2023.

QTS Resubmits Request for Digital Gateway, Highlighting Community Features

QTS seeks to demonstrate that it has responded to the concerns of residents, environmentalists, and historians, alike.

Fauquier Health Welcomes Gastroenterologist Dr. Ivan Harnden

Warrenton, VA – May 3, 2023) – Fauquier Health is excited to welcome Gastroenterologist, Ivan Harnden, MD, MBA. Dr. Harnden has joined the Fauquier Health Multispecialty Clinic located at …

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Names New President

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center names new president
PREMIUM SECTIONS
RECENT/TRENDING NEWS

Compass Presents Design Details of Prince William Digital Gateway to Community

Compass believes the project will be a benefit to the community, especially because it is being created holistically rather than haphazardly.

PW Republican Committee Chair Joins Voices Opposing Knarr's Campaign

Prince William Republican Committee Chair Denny Daugherty has joined other leaders in his party in denouncing Ken Knarr as a legitimate Republican candidate for Chair of the Board of County …

Anti-Digital Gateway Activist Endorses Deshundra Jefferson for Chair

A positive change awaits in the candidacy of Deshundra Jefferson for County Board Chair.  She vows to restore transparency and integrity to a government...

Prominent Prince William Republicans Denounce Kenn Knarr as Party's Nominee for Board of Supervisors Chairman

Republican Party leaders collectively wrote a letter to announce their public endorsement of Jeanine Lawson, saying challenger Kenn Knarr is only masquerading as a Republican.

DEQ Does Not Grant Approval for Data Centers to Run Diesel Generators Outside of Emergencies

DEQ is not moving forward at this time with the consideration of a variance that would allow data centers to run their diesel generators proactively.

NPCA: How Are the Proposed Data Centers Threatening National Parks?

A visualization of the affected land at Manassas National Battlefield Park and how it could change if the county allows data …
Education

Best places for college grads to start their careers

Using data on average income and cost of living, Stacker determined the best cities for new college grads choosing where to start their careers.

More than half of American legislatures are considering restrictive education laws. Here's what that means

Stacker looks at the proposed laws that aim to restrict certain topics from being taught in U.S. classrooms. 
Top 10 colleges with the most students enrolled in popular STEM programs
EDsmart has developed a list of 10 schools with the largest share of students enrolled in STEM programs, using 2020 College Scorecard enrollment data.
A look at federal grant programs available for students
Best Universities broke down the four federal grant programs that can help qualifying students finance their college education.  
How English-language learner education has changed since the 1950s
HeyTutor compiled a list of changes in federal and state attitudes and policies toward English learners in schools from government records, historical archives, and research articles.
How US K-12 spending compares to other countries
HeyTutor used data from the Organization for Economic Cooperation Development to explore how education spending in the U.S. compares to other countries at different school levels.
Jobs projected to grow the most in nursing—and how that compares to other health care roles
Incredible Health used Bureau of Labor Statistics data to compile a list of jobs projected to grow the most in nursing, ranked by their percent of expected employment growth from 2021 to 2031.
10 jobs with the most remote work opportunities
Tovuti LMS reviewed data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics to identify the jobs with the highest rates of remote work.
Your workplace

How do college refunds work? Learn how to protect your investment

(BPT) - It's graduation season! If you have a high school senior, you're probably busy planning a party or vacation to celebrate the end of their high school years. Last year, more than 20 million …

Software developers, lawyers, and 11 other occupations that demand frequent problem-solving

ClickUp analyzed Bureau of Labor Statistics data that found only 14% of civilian workers solve problems every day at their jobs.

5 tips for keeping adult online learners engaged

Tovuti LMS compiled five ways online programs can offer curriculum to keep adult students engaged.

Students pass these AP courses more than any others

Study.com compiled a list of the AP courses with the highest exam pass rate using data from College Board.

More than 90% of art directors and CEOs work at their own pace—these are other top jobs for a self-paced workstyle

Looking for more flexible working conditions? ClickUp ranked the 15 best jobs for working at your own pace based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

The benefits of 5 types of in-person tutoring

Using a variety of resources and news publications, HeyTutor compiled information about five types of in-person tutoring and learning methods.  

These metros have the highest concentration of software developers

Look beyond Silicon Valley: Feats used Bureau of Labor Statistics data to rank 15 U.S. metro areas with the highest densities of software developers.

Find pills tough to swallow? 5 benefits of taking a multivitamin powder

(BPT) - If one of your goals is to take better care of your health, you likely take vitamins every day — or at least a multivitamin pill — to ensure that your body is getting the …
The Show Must Go On: Actor and father Taye Diggs on how he combats insomnia
(Family Features) Joining more than 25 million Americans who struggle with insomnia, esteemed actor and father Taye Diggs found the lack of adequate sleep left him tired during the day and took a toll on him on-stage as an actor and off-stage as a parent. He learned a lot about managing his insomnia and wants to help others who may be struggling with these tips.
How to avoid becoming a victim of Medicare fraud
(BPT) - Medicare fraud is a serious problem. Medicare loses an estimated $60 billion each year due to fraud, errors and abuse. Every day, these issues affect people across the country and can lead to …
The invisible moments that people living with rare kidney disease (RKD) see clearly
(BPT) - Meet Amanda, a New Jersey resident and lifelong hockey fan who has a passion for volunteering and advocacy that — almost — parallels her love for the New York Rangers. Much of …

7 things men should know about genetic testing and cancer

(BPT) - Cancer is the second-leading cause of death for men in the United States. While the cause of most cancers is unknown, about one in 10 cancers are caused by changes in genes that can be passed …

One man’s inspiring journey navigating bipolar 1: A story of hope, strength and support

(BPT) - The story you are about to read is that of Ben, a person living with bipolar 1. The experiences and opinions expressed here may not be representative of all people living with bipolar 1 and …

World Hypoparathyroidism Awareness Day: How an advocacy organization is encouraging change to improve the lives of patients and caregivers

(BPT) - This June, the HypoPARAthyroidism Association, Inc. (HPA) is intent on making its mark within the rare disease community. In honor of World Hypoparathyroidism Awareness Day, an annual global …