Discover Prince
William is designed with newcomers and long-term residents in mind. Pick up a copy or browse the guide online for
all you need to know about living in Prince William County, one of its towns or the cities of Manassas and
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| WELCOME • Things you need to know Learn about where you live, setting up utilities, driver and vehicle licensing, personal property taxes and school registration.• Your pets Information for pet owners in Prince William County, Manassas and Manassas Park. • Recycling Recycling and disposing of trash and other waste products in designated areas. TRANSPORTATION • The commute Traveling in the area is difficult at best during the morning and evening commuter times. IN YOUR FREE TIME • Theater, dance and music Enjoy performing and cultural arts and historical and cultural activites. Volunteer during your free time and take in the local entertainment. • Local and national sports Fans and athletes enjoy professional sports, college and high school sports and outdoor recreation. • Parks - Hike, bike or relax From swimming to skating to racquetball, area parks offer a variety of family-friendly activities. • Tourists shop and learn Visitors can discover historical places. GOVERNMENT • Prince William The county is still booming after many years. Know who to contact at Prince William agencies. • City of Manassas Manassas preserves history and fosters progress. Know who to contact at Manassas agencies. • City of Manassas Park Manassas Park's size belies its growth. Know who to contact at Manassas Park agencies. • Four unique towns Dumfries, Haymarket, Occoquan and Quantico each has a rich history and its own government. • Make your vote count Residents who have never registered to vote or have recently changed addresses should check with their local registrar's office. • County Judicial Center The place to go for everything from marriage licenses to traffic court. • Chambers help grow business The Prince William Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Prince William County-Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce • The job market is still sizzling Jobs range from retail to corporate • Solve problems with a call The State Office of Consumer Affairs in Richmond assists residents who believe they have been wronged. |
INDEX OF ADVERTISERS • Search the list Find daycare providers, landscaping services churches and more |
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AREA • We're growing even larger The county and cities continue to expand. • Local newspapers, local Web The Potomac News and the Manassas Journal Messenger are news and advertising leaders. • The military plays a vital role Quantico Marine Corps base and Fort Belvoir have a considerable impact on the area's economy. • Our history Many people may not know that the county's history predates the Revolutionary War. EDUCATION • Prince William County Schools Virginia's third largest school division (list of schools). More information on School Board members and meetings, specialty programs and special needs, before and after-school childcare and school hours and contact information. • Manassas City Public Schools More on the School Board, who to contact and a list of schools. • Manassas Park City Schools More on the School Board, who to contact and a list of schools. • Higher education George Mason Univ., Northern Virginia Community College, Strayer Univ. and Univ. of Mary Washington. • Libraries more than books Access magazines, periodicals, compacts discs, videos, DVDs and electronic databases. EMERGENCY SERVICES • Police departments Eight police departments protect and serve the towns, neighborhoods, businesses and highways. • Crime solvers Police rely on tips from residents to help solve crimes. Contact information for police and fire departments. • Firefighters Prince William, Manassas and Manassas Park fire and rescue companies. HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES • Resources for seniors Learn about caregivers, employment, nutrition and more. • County health clinics Preventive and follow-up services for communicable diseases. • Area hospitals grow Local hospitals move forward with new medical care, facilities, services and specialties. • Social Services Programs for adults and children • Volunteers make a difference Volunteer with government and social agencies, schools, churches, hospitals or service organizations. • Disabled citizens' resources Several organizations provide day care, support group sessions and job training. |
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| Discover Prince William is your guide to the county, cities of Manassas and Manassas Park and Prince William towns for newcomers and longtime residents. It is published each summer by Media General Northern Virginia Community Newspapers. For content or advertising information, please contact the Potomac News at (703) 878-8000 or Manassas Journal Messenger at (703) 368-3010. For corrections or changes to information contained in this guide, please contact Nicole McMullin, online content coordinator, at (703) 878-3392 or nmcmullin@potomacnews.com. | |
