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Area roadways under water

Sun, 11 May 2008 23:03:00 EDT

Portions of U.S. 1 at the Stafford / Prince William County line are under water tonight, as traffic is being turned around near Boswell’s Corner

Group confirms plans to connect Annapolis Way

Sun, 11 May 2008 20:55:00 EDT

Dear Lane Ranger: In Woodbridge, Annapolis Way off of U.S. 1 is seeing new construction of three fifteen story condo buildings, as well as an existing bar, a marina and an office building. Annapolis Way off of Va. 123 has a hotel and the commuter lot entrance.

It’s tea time at Liberia

Sun, 11 May 2008 20:53:01 EDT

Wearing a vintage green dress with a Battenburg lace-style yoke, Bull Run Mountain resident Madison McVeigh certainly looked the part at the Mother-Daughter Tea at historic Liberia Mansion on Saturday

Health center seeks funding

Sun, 11 May 2008 20:50:00 EDT

Unless federal money comes through this summer, the community clinic for Prince William’s working poor will close.

Dumfries adds another year as oldest chartered town

Sat, 10 May 2008 22:30:00 EDT

Dumfries turned 259 this year and is the oldest chartered town in Virginia. After a cool and rainy morning, people flocked to the event as the day warmed and the sun came out.

Prince William arts center gets underway

Sat, 10 May 2008 22:19:01 EDT

Following nine long years in the works, construction has finally started on the $44 million Hylton Performing Arts Center on the Manassas campus. The site has been cleared and foundation work is underway.

Car wash supports family of slain cab driver

Fri, 09 May 2008 22:49:00 EDT

The DC Metro Raiders Booster Club will hold a car wash to benefit the family of Khawaja Ahmed, the Manassas cab driver who was killed while on duty earlier this year.

NVTA refunds nearly all gone

Fri, 09 May 2008 22:07:01 EDT

If you're looking for a refund from the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority, you're out of luck.

Prince William gets two new judges

Fri, 09 May 2008 19:47:00 EDT

Two new judges, including one who will become the first female Prince William Circuit Court judge, officially took office on Friday.

Residents run for cover from tornado; pets take shelter too

Fri, 09 May 2008 15:21:00 EDT

The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado did touch down in the England Run area of south Stafford.

FTC stalls hospital sale

Fri, 09 May 2008 15:11:00 EDT

Commission issued injunction to stop Inova from buying Prince William Hospital

Update: Accident cleared

Fri, 09 May 2008 09:48:01 EDT

11:45 a.m. UPDATEon I-95 accident.

Flood warning in effect for Prince William County

Fri, 09 May 2008 09:40:00 EDT

Numerous instances of flooding have been reported across central Virginia.

South Stafford struck by tornado

Fri, 09 May 2008 06:39:00 EDT

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Quantico seat again luck of the draw

Thu, 08 May 2008 22:00:00 EDT

For the second consecutive time, the winner of the fifth and final seat on the Quantico Town Council was decided by the draw from a hat.

Political briefs

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:54:00 EDT

The four Democratic candidates for the 11th Congressional District will debate on Tuesday in Woodbridge.

‘Green’ Neabsco development gains steam

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:45:01 EDT

A developer plans to bring green roofs—an environmentally friendly trend largely seen in European and urban design—to a mixed-use project in the U.S. 1 corridor.

Metro plans to cut projects to pay for repairs

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:20:00 EDT

Metro’s general manager announced $100 million in diversions from the agency’s capital spending plan in a move to fund repairs to the dilapidated transit system.

MS golf tourney set for May 23

Thu, 08 May 2008 21:13:00 EDT

On May 23, golfers from the local community and across the country will putt for a purpose at this year's David Allen Company MS Golf Tournament.

Two seen as keys to transit solution

Thu, 08 May 2008 14:27:00 EDT

Several lawmakers met about transporttion problems but the two who could really affect it weren’t there.

Facebook, states agree on new safeguards

Thu, 08 May 2008 13:14:01 EDT

Officials from Virginia and several other states say Facebook has agreed to implement more than 40 safeguards to protect younger users.

Two businesses robbed this week

Thu, 08 May 2008 10:43:01 EDT

CITGO and the Old Town Sweet Shop were robbed earlier this week.

Lack of money stalls DNA testing project

Thu, 08 May 2008 09:47:01 EDT

Lack of funding has stalled a massive forensic project aimed at clearing people wrongfully convicted of serious crimes.

George Mason bumps tuition by 10 percent

Thu, 08 May 2008 09:41:00 EDT

Earlier this week, Virginia Tech announced that tuition and fees will increase nearly 11 percent for in-state students.

O’Meara’s closes its doors

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:47:00 EDT

Once known for its vibrant nightlife, Old Town Manassas Irish pub O'Meara's closed for good in late April.

Immigration commission to meet in Fairfax

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:46:01 EDT

The Virginia Commission on Immigration, examining the effects of immigration on the commonwealth, will hold its first meeting in Fairfax County on May 22.

Interfaith group to release transit funding report

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:46:00 EDT

An interfaith organization will discuss tax increase effects on middle- and low-income families when it releases a transportation funding report this morning.

Weekend Wilson bridge work to tie up I-95 outer loop

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:45:01 EDT

Preparations for opening the second span of the Woodrow Wilson Bridge will close multiple lanes of Interstate 95 this weekend.

Softball tourney leaving Manassas

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:44:00 EDT

Manassas is renowned as a capital for senior softball, but this summer the city is losing one of its two national tournaments.

Fair will turn a shade of Bleu

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:44:00 EDT

Corbin Bleu, who starred in the Emmy-award winning Disney movie "High School Musical" and its sequel, "High School Musical 2," will headline the 59th annual Prince William County Fair near Manassas.

M. Park signs new recreation pact

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:43:00 EDT

The Manassas Park City Council approved a comprehensive agreement with Blacksburg-based developer OWPR Inc. on Tuesday night to build a new Parks & Recreation Center at Costello Park.

Warehouse to be built next to burial ground

Thu, 08 May 2008 00:42:00 EDT

Economic development won out in the decision to allow a business park next to a Civil War battlefield in Brentsville.

New parks and rec center approved by Manassas Park council

Wed, 07 May 2008 17:24:00 EDT

The $22 million phased project will include an indoor swimming pool

Osbourn student tests positive for TB

Tue, 06 May 2008 23:06:00 EDT

An Osbourn High School student tested positive for tuberculosis. Manassas City Public Schools officials were notified Tuesday.

Va. Tech coach Beamer speaks at benefit breakfast

Tue, 06 May 2008 23:02:00 EDT

Tuesday was Virginia Tech football coach Frank Beamer’s Day in Manassas. Beamer was in Manassas to be the guest keynote speaker at the “Breakfast of Champions” benefit for the Carteret Mortgage Boys and Girls Club.

Marines return home to Quantico

Tue, 06 May 2008 22:59:00 EDT

Joyous tears, bear hugs, American flags and colorful signs greeted the 200 Marines of Task Force National Capital Region on Tuesday afternoon as they returned to a heroes’ welcome at Quantico Marine Corps base, following their six-month deployment to Iraq.

County warned about maintaining stream health

Tue, 06 May 2008 22:58:00 EDT

The gap is increasing between what Prince William County can afford and what federal and state governments mandate when it comes to keeping streams healthy.

Manassas schools holds employee fitness day

Tue, 06 May 2008 22:52:00 EDT

While students in Manassas City Public Schools enjoyed a day off Tuesday, their teachers were in health class.

Fleet blessing set for Saturday

Mon, 05 May 2008 23:34:00 EDT

More than 200 boats are expected to take part in Saturday’s eighth annual Blessing of the Fleet to be held near Belmont Bay on the Occoquan River.

Boat blessing to be held Saturday

Mon, 05 May 2008 13:32:00 EDT

More than 200 boats are expected to take part in Saturday’s eighth annual Blessing of the Fleet to be held near Belmont Bay on the Occoquan River

Metro hopes to avoid parking fee increase

Mon, 05 May 2008 09:55:00 EDT

Metro officials hope to avoid raising parking fees by an additional 25 cents this summer.

What’s on tap this week

Mon, 05 May 2008 09:35:00 EDT

Things to do this week.

Trash companies feud over expansion

Mon, 05 May 2008 09:32:00 EDT

An escalating feud between two rival garbage disposal companies — Stafford-based Shifflett’s Trash Service and Davis Disposal of Spotsylvania — has resulted in one man being arrested, and another left hoping someone does not get killed in an escalating dispute.

Globe & Laurel heading to new location

Sat, 03 May 2008 23:29:00 EDT

Sharing a meal at the Globe and Laurel restaurant in eastern Prince William County has been a tradition for Marines and law enforcement officers for almost 40 years.

Surrender? Not for The Globe & Laurel

Sat, 03 May 2008 23:15:00 EDT

Because of the old Marine whose feisty spirit imbues the Globe and Laurel, the local landmark will live on.

New Orleans sounds ring through Manassas

Sat, 03 May 2008 23:11:00 EDT

As the sounds of the Jefferson Street Strutters drifted through the Harris Pavilion and down the streets of Old Town Manassas Saturday afternoon, Manassas resident Peggy White couldn't help but tap her feet and bob her head along to the music.

None injured in Nokesville house fire

Sat, 03 May 2008 23:08:00 EDT

Prince William County firefighters responded to a fire at a house in the 11300 block of Morla Lane in Nokesville Saturday evening.

Manassas bans illegal immigrants as peddlers

Fri, 02 May 2008 22:35:00 EDT

The city of Manassas adopted an ordinance this week that has painted the peddler picture crystal clear: People who are there illegally can't do it.

Opus East plans office park near George Mason University

Fri, 02 May 2008 22:31:00 EDT

Opus East recently bought 46 acres from IBM to build an office park at 8995 Ellsworth Road near George Mason University.

Lockdown at Gar-Field High School lifted

Fri, 02 May 2008 14:30:00 EDT

A lockdown went into effect after police were called for a suspicious person in the area of the school.

Rock blasting alert

Fri, 02 May 2008 13:43:00 EDT

Rock blasting planned at Fort Belvoir

Review: Comics!!!

Fri, 02 May 2008 09:30:00 EDT

InsideNoVa.com is featuring a new weekly video: Comics!!! A Discussion About Awesome Books You Can Buy with Josh Eiserike.

Metrorail safety

Fri, 02 May 2008 08:51:00 EDT

Company says some operators opened doors short of platforms .

Possible tuberculosis case discovered at Osbourn

Thu, 01 May 2008 23:12:00 EDT

A possible case of tuberculosis at Osbourn High School has been reported by Manassas City Public Schools on Thursday, stated a city schools press release. Students, teachers and parents have been notified.

City mulls action on sign site

Thu, 01 May 2008 23:10:00 EDT

The inaction of a local property owner to take care of zoning and building issues could lead to legal action by the city of Manassas.

Despite being late, Battlefield places

Thu, 01 May 2008 23:07:01 EDT

There was a communication mix-up and the Battlefield High School students missed the bus, reaching the SkillsUSA competition in Hampton two hours late, but still managed to walk away from the recent statewide contest with a couple of awards.

River cleanup set for Saturday

Thu, 01 May 2008 23:06:00 EDT

For four hours Saturday, employees of the Prince William County Service Authority and the Prince William County Park Authority will be cleaning trash and debris from trails, streams, ponds and other waterways throughout Veter-ans Memorial Park.<

Stonewall students play for the arts

Thu, 01 May 2008 22:53:00 EDT

The sound of grinding coffee beans and the smell of brewing espresso didn't seem to distract the Stonewall Jackson High School orchestra members Thursday night.

Immigrant rights’ groups to march in DC

Thu, 01 May 2008 13:12:00 EDT

The groups are demanding that Prince William County, in Northern Virginia, rescind its anti-illegal immigration measure.

Kaine hails Stafford’s purchase of nature area

Thu, 01 May 2008 13:09:00 EDT

Governor Timothy M. Kaine today hailed Stafford County’s recent acquisition of 1,770 acres of waterfront property known as Crow’s Nest.

Manassas couple heals, preaches

Thu, 01 May 2008 02:00:01 EDT

A Manassas couple, who for years have wanted to help with the development and education of women in Third World countries, finally got their chance earlier this year.

Suspected gang members indicted in teen’s death

Thu, 01 May 2008 02:00:00 EDT

Two alleged MS-13 gang members were recently indicted on federal murder charges in the December shooting death of a Woodbridge teen.

Manassas OKs agreements with Comcast, Verizon

Thu, 01 May 2008 02:00:00 EDT

The Manassas City Council approved franchise agreements with Verizon and Comcast cable companies on Wednesday after the two companies officially presented their bids during Monday's regularly scheduled council meeting

Assault sentence: One year in jail, $2,500 fine

Thu, 01 May 2008 02:00:00 EDT

Woodbridge resident David Allen Hagelin was sentenced Wednesday to a year in prison and was issued a $2,500 fine for assaulting his former attorney last November.

Police briefs

Thu, 01 May 2008 02:00:00 EDT

Prince William County police are investigating a home invasion that occurred in the 1400 block of Idaho Street in Woodbridge late Tuesday.

Police blotter

Thu, 01 May 2008 02:00:00 EDT

Prince William police reported the following incidents.

Food basket group earns state honor

Thu, 01 May 2008 02:00:00 EDT

A longstanding Prince William County program that provides holiday meals to needy families is being recognized with an award in Richmond today.

Woodbridge man gets 12 months in prison for attack on attorney

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:07:00 EDT

A Woodbridge man was sentenced to 12 months in prison for attacking his lawyer

Dangers remain for Virginians digging through twister debris

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 11:05:00 EDT

Worried state officials had said earlier they didn’t know if residents would encounter new dangers including damaged power lines and natural gas mains.

Feds to give approval of Metrorail extension in Va.

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 10:20:00 EDT

Congressional staff members say the federal government will give its approval to a planned Metrorail extension in northern Virginia.

Man guilty of assault on lawyer

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:00:01 EDT

David Allen Hagelin was found guilty of assault and battery Tuesday and will be sentenced this morning at Prince William County Circuit Court.

Boy arrested for shots at mall parking lot

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:00:01 EDT

A 16-year-old Lake Ridge boy was arrested for allegedly shooting at a man during an argument in a Potomac Mills mall parking lot Monday night.

Supervisors set tax rate at 97 cents

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:00:00 EDT

By a vote of 8-0 on Tuesday, Prince William supervisors approved a fiscal year tax rate of 97 cents per $100 of assessed value.

Complaints vs. Manassas, schools dismissed

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:00:00 EDT

The Eastern District Court in Alexandria recently dismissed in part several complaints against the City of Manassas and Manassas City Public Schools.

Police briefs

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:00:00 EDT

Manassas police are investigating a street robbery that occurred in the 8900 block of Ashton Avenue on Monday night.

Traffic patterns to be altered at Quantico base

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 02:00:00 EDT

The Quantico Marines Corps base will begin the construction of a new hydraulic in-ground vehicle barrier system at its main gate on Thursday and alter its traffic patterns.

Quantico main gate limited to one lane

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 13:54:00 EDT

The Quantico Marines Corps base will begin the construction of a new hydraulic in-ground vehicle barrier system at its main gate on Thursday and will alter its traffic patterns.

Kaine seeks emergency funding for storm relief

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:40:00 EDT

Kaine characterized the damage to Suffolk, Colonial Heights and surrounding areas as “very, very serious devastation.”

3 tornadoes rip through Va.; more than 200 people hurt

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:36:00 EDT

Search teams with dogs found no sign of deaths or any additional injured victims, officials said.

Man robbed while walking home from convenience store

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 11:30:00 EDT

Manassas City police are investigating a street robbery in which a man was beat and robbed of his cell phone Monday night.

City Focus for Manassas and Manassas Park

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:40:00 EDT

After a nasty start, the rest of the week looks gorgeous. Hope you can get outside to enjoy the warm temperatures due to arrive by Wednesday.

City passes $1.015 tax rate

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:38:01 EDT

The Manassas City Council passed its fiscal 2009 budget and tax rate Monday with one last second change.

Sidewalk for Old Bridge Road top priority

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:35:00 EDT

There was no sidewalk along the section of Old Bridge Road where Jewell Hardin was walking on the afternoon of Oct. 16, 2007.

Report: Prince William County pedestrians need help

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:32:00 EDT

A report released last week ranked Prince William one of the most dangerous areas for pedestrians in the Washington, D.C., region, and one of the authors of that report says the county needs to be doing more to identify ways to make it safer for those who don’t have the added protection a ton of steel provides.

Increase your safety in case of fire

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:29:00 EDT

Each year, approximately 4,000 Americans die and another 20,000 are injured in fires. More than 80 percent of deaths and nearly 90 percent of the injuries occur in structure fires. Many of those victims may be alive today or may not have been injured if they had the information they needed to avoid a disaster.

Gallery spring walk set for Friday

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:24:00 EDT

The annual Spring Gallery Walk in Old Town Manassas will be held Friday from 6 to 9:30 p.m.

High tech volunteers give back to fifth grade pupils

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:17:00 EDT

More than 40 Micron Technology Virginia employee volunteers recently reached out to more than 500 area fifth-graders to deliver interactive electricity lessons.

New Orleans-style jazz festival planned for Saturday

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:14:00 EDT

Seven music groups from across the region will take to two stages at the Loy E. Harris Pavilion for the initial New Orleans-style Jazz Fest, beginning at 1 p.m. and running until 11 p.m. Saturday

Pre-construction work underway for HOT Lanes

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:08:00 EDT

In anticipation of construction activities along the Capital Beltway in Virginia, four areas are being cleared to house supplies and equipment for construction of the high occupancy toll lanes, the Virginia Department of Transportation announced Monday.

Pre-construction work underway for HOT Lanes

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:53:00 EDT

Rev. Wright Sermon Flap an “Attack on the Black Church”

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:52:00 EDT

Sen. Barack Obama’s former pastor, Rev. Jeremiah Wright, called the month-long debate over portions of his past sermons an attack on the black church.

Fort Belvoir blasting begins

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:08:00 EDT

The expansion of Fort Belvoir will involve underground blasting this week.

Crackdown sends some Prince William students elsewhere

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 10:02:00 EDT

Prince William County’s illegal immigration crackdown appears to be spurring some families to send their children to schools elsewhere in northern Virginia.

What’s on tap for week of April 28 to May 4?

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:52:00 EDT

Celebrate student art or learn to dance this week.

Prince William area community briefs

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 02:00:00 EDT

The physical education department at Stonewall Jackson High School near Manassas is gathering students for the School Walk for Diabetes on April 30.

Prince William County roundup

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 02:00:00 EDT

The Prince William Board of County Supervisors will meet Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Board Chamber of the James J. McCoart Administration Building.

Center to celebrate National Tourism Week

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 02:00:00 EDT

To celebrate National Tourism Week from May 10 through 18, the Virginia Welcome Center at Manassas is hosting a week of guests to promote the many local events and traditions.

SERVE in need of volunteers

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 21:25:00 EDT

Those fabulous folks at the Securing Emergency Resources Through Volunteer Efforts Inc. Food Closet are very busy and need volunteers for several positions to keep the food supplies going to families.

Lockheed offers Osbourn, Manassas Park students glimpse at engineering

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 21:24:00 EDT

Thirty minority students from two local high schools were recently introduced to the exciting world of engineering. Lockheed Martin employees hosted the company's second "Minorities in Engineering Day" event at its Manassas facility.

LANE RANGER: Reader writes that signs cause confusion on Minnieville

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 21:22:00 EDT

I've encountered on several occasions during the morning commute traveling up Minnieville Road toward Old Bridge Road.