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News Article For: July 2008
Saturdays in the Garden Program to Sponsor Fall Lawn Care Program with VA Tech Specialists on August 9th
The Environmental and Natural Resources Program of the Prince William Cooperative Extension is sponsoring a free program on fall lawn care with lectures by Dr. Mike Goatley, a Virginia Tech Turf grass Specialist and Dr. Shawn Askew, a Virginia Tech Weed Specialist. Master Gardener Volunteers will also be on hand to answer questions. The program will be held at the Teaching Garden located on the grounds of the Benedictine Monastery, 9535 Linton Hall Road in Bristow, Virginia. The program will be from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm. Please call the Extension Horticulture Help Desk at 703-792-7747 to register. You can also visit their website http://www.pwcgov.org/vce/enr
Published Date: 2008-07-30 04:29:30
News Section: Local Community Announcements,Phases of Womanhood Seminar Focuses on Turning to God for Help with Forgiveness
Dr. Lisa Klewicki, a clinical Psychologist and Fr. Jamie Workman, parochial vicar at Blessed Sacrament Parish presented an excellent Forgiveness Seminar for women on Saturday, July 26th at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, as part of a conference series sponsored by the Phases of Womanhood non-profit organization. The organization was founded by a group of Catholic lay women in 2003, dedicated to offering an authentic vision of womanhood through concrete ideas and information about the issues that matter most in the lives of women.[1] For more information about the Phases of Womanhood organization, visit their website at: http://www.phasesofwomanhood.org/about.html
Published Date: 2008-07-30 04:15:00
News Section: Health,National Right to Life Committee Issues Comparison of Presidential Candidates on Life Issues
Washington, DC - The National Right to Life Committee was founded in 1973 as a non-partisan, non-sectarian federation of 50 state affiliates, made up of approximately 3,000 local chapters. Attorney General Bob McDonnell gave special welcoming remarks at the National Right to Life Committee Convention held from July 3rd to 5th at the Crystal City Hyatt in Arlington. The National Right to Life Committee issued the following comparison of presidential candidates on life issues. For more information visit the National Right to Life Committee website at www.nrlc.org
Published Date: 2008-07-30 03:50:01
News Section: Top Headline,The Greater Chamber Welcomes Two New Staff Members
Manassas, VA-The Prince William County-Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that Robin Cyrtmus has joined the staff as Events Director. A member of the Chamber since 2006, Robin was formerly owner of Waiting for You, a personal concierge service.
Published Date: 2008-07-30 03:20:34
News Section: Business,PWRCC Softball Game with Potomac Nationals Scheduled for August 11th
Manassas, VA - Potomac Nationals mascot "Uncle Slam" paid a visit to the offices of Synergy One Federal Credit Union, sponsor of the third annual softball game between the Prince William County-Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce and the Prince William Regional Chamber of Commerce scheduled to take place on Monday, August 11th.
Published Date: 2008-07-30 03:08:03
News Section: Sports,Bolling Elected Vice Chairman of National Lieutenant Governors Association
RICHMOND – Virginia Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling has been elected Vice Chairman of the National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA). Bolling was elected Vice Chairman of the NLGA at the Association’s annual meeting in Buffalo, New York on July 25, 2008. Bolling had previously served as Treasurer of the NLGA and he also serves on the Association’s Executive Committee.
Published Date: 2008-07-28 20:49:00
News Section: Politics,Full Fourth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals Agrees to Rehear Partial Birth Abortion Case
- Attorney General Bob McDonnell Requested Rehearing-
Richmond- The full Fourth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has granted Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell’s request that the full court hear the case challenging the constitutionality of Virginia’s ban on partial birth infanticide.
Published Date: 2008-07-28 20:42:31
News Section: Top Headline,Lieutenant Governor Bolling's Public Schedule for July 28 – August 2, 2008
Tuesday, July 29
10:00 AM
Infrastructure in Virginia Working Group Meeting
House Room 1
State Capitol Building
Richmond, VA
Lieutenant Governor Bolling is the Chairman of the Infrastructure in Virginia Working Group of the Attorney General’s Government and Regulatory Reform Task Force. The Working Group will review governmental rules and regulations regarding education and transportation construction infrastructure in order to increase efficiencies, reduce bureaucracy and mitigate adverse impacts on Virginia businesses and individuals. This is the initial meeting of the Working Group and will focus on reviewing regulations related to transportation infrastructure.
12:00 PM
23rd Annual Governor’s Conference on Education
Downtown Richmond Marriott
500 East Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia
Lieutenant Governor Bolling will deliver the keynote address to the Governor’s Conference on Education, co-sponsored by the Virginia School Boards Association.
Published Date: 2008-07-28 14:07:39
News Section: Politics,Statement of Attorney General Bob McDonnell on Execution of Christopher Scott Emmett
Richmond, July 24, 2008 - “Tonight, Christopher Scott Emmett was executed by the Commonwealth of Virginia for the murder of John Fenton Langley. On the night of April 26, 2001 Emmett murdered his co-worker as he lay sleeping in his hotel room in Danville, taking John Fenton Langley’s life in order to steal his wallet to buy crack cocaine. It was a senseless crime that took a father away from his children. Mr. Langley’s friends and family will forever mourn his loss.”
Published Date: 2008-07-25 10:53:47
News Section: Top Headline,Lieutenant Governor Bolling Announces Membership of Infrastructure Working Group
-First meeting will be held Tuesday, July 29 at 10:00 AM in Richmond-
- Public comment from citizens and businesses is encouraged -
RICHMOND – Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling today announced the full membership of the Infrastructure in Virginia Working Group. The Working Group’s first meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 29 at 10:00 AM in House Room 1 of the State Capitol Building in Richmond. The meeting is open to the public and interested parties are encouraged to participate.
Published Date: 2008-07-23 15:14:13
News Section: Top Headline,House of Mercy $1Yard Sale to Benefit Area Needy is August 2nd
The House of Mercy located at 10043 Nokesville Road will be having a yard sale on August 2nd from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. where everything is just $1.00 no matter what the item! Donuts and coffee will be available. The House of Mercy is an apostolate of Holy Trinity Catholic Church and provides food, clothing as well as emergency financial assistance for those in need within the community. The House of Mercy is a non-profit organization, their website is: http://www.divinemercynow.org where you can find out more about their work for the needy in our area.
Published Date: 2008-07-23 07:45:44
News Section: Local Community Announcements,Weight-Loss Author to Speak at Farmers' Market
Weight-Loss Author to Speak at Farmers' Market
Nokesville, VA--June 22, 2008-- Author Richard Morris, who lost an astounding 150 lbs. without doctors, surgery, drugs, or fad diets will speak on Saturday, July 26th at the Nokesville Farmers' Market located at Rt. 28 and Fitwater Drive in Nokesville.
Published Date: 2008-07-23 05:45:02
News Section: Community Events,Virginia Cooperative Extension Environment and Natural Resources’ “Saturdays in the Garden” is Successful Series
Twenty-five people came to the “Teaching Garden” located at 9535 Linton Hall Road, in Bristow at the Benedictine Monastery on Saturday, July 12th for the fourth free lecture program held by the Virginia Cooperative Extension Environment and Natural Resources. The lecture focused on drought tolerant plants, herbs, as well as plants which attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Speakers focused on their particular subject and then attendees could see examples in the “Teaching Garden.”
Published Date: 2008-07-23 05:26:27
News Section: Local News,BEACON Hosts Disaster Preparedness Workshop Given by Voluntary Action Center
Deborah Wood, Director of BEACON, http://www.beaconliteracy.org/about-us, a literacy program for adults in Prince William County, introduced Bonnie who is the Disaster Services Coordinator for the Voluntary Action Center, http://www.volunteerprincewilliam.org/introduction.html. Deborah organized the free Disaster Preparedness Workshop on July 16th, especially for adults learning English, so they could be prepared in the event of natural and manmade disasters. Bonnie created a “Jeopardy” style game board where participants answered questions about disaster preparedness. Adrienne, a volunteer translator for BEACON was on hand to translate what Bonnie said for those adults not yet fluent in English.
Published Date: 2008-07-23 01:00:00
News Section: Local News,The Greater Chamber Recruits More Than Forty New Members during June
Manassas, VA - The Prince William County-Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce grew by more than forty new members during the month of June-a record achievement for the Chamber, especially at a time when most economic indicators are declining and most businesses are tightening their belts.
Published Date: 2008-07-23 00:00:00
News Section: Business,Registration is Now Open for Connections ETC Tradeshow
Manassas, VA . . . Registration opened on Tuesday, July 8th for the county's largest trade show, Connections ETC 2008, and already 40 of around 100 available booths have been sold. Last year exhibit spaces sold out three months in advance.
Published Date: 2008-07-22 21:35:35
News Section: Business,Joe Gartlan, a Revered Founder of VSHL
It is with great sorrow to learn that Joseph V. Gartlan, Jr., a revered founder of the Virginia Society for Human Life and later a distinguished member of the Senate of Virginia from 1972 to 2000, died July 18, 2008. Mr. Gartlan, a prominent and highly regarded trial attorney, wrote in early 1967 the epic position paper for the founding of the Virginia Society for Human Life.
Published Date: 2008-07-21 14:20:02
News Section: Top Headline,Lieutenant Governor Bolling's Public Schedule for July 19 – July 26, 2008
July 22 – 25
National Lieutenant Governors Association Annual Meeting
Hyatt Regency
Two Fountain Plaza
Buffalo, NY
Lieutenant Governor Bolling will attend the National Lieutenant Governors Association Annual Meeting in Buffalo, NY.
Published Date: 2008-07-21 14:09:53
News Section: Politics,Attorneys General, National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, National Cable Providers Announce Major Agreement to Combat Child Pornography
COMMONWEALTH of VIRGINIA
Office of the Attorney General
Companies Will Block Websites, Share Information with NCMEC and Law Enforcement-
In Virginia: Comcast, Cox, Time-Warner all Part of Agreement
Attorney General McDonnell one of 36 Attorneys General Signing Letter in Support of Agreement
Washington, DC - Cable operators that bring Internet service to 87 percent of American homes will take additional voluntary measures to limit the distribution of child pornography on the Internet under an agreement announced today between the the National Cable & Telecommunications Association (NCTA), and the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC).
Published Date: 2008-07-18 13:37:04
News Section: Top Headline,Prince William Board of County Supervisors Chairman Corey Stewart Reports on July 10th Meeting with the House Republican Policy Committee
Three members of the House Republican Policy Committee met with Corey Stewart on July 10th at the Library of Congress Jefferson Building to discuss what the Federal Government can do about illegal immigration. The government was particularly interested in how localities can help them to crack down on illegal immigrants. They were curious about what Prince William County had done, its’ success and the problems that led to the initiative in the first place.
Published Date: 2008-07-16 05:27:10
News Section: Top Headline,Register by July 18th for Family Nature Adventure 2008
Prince William Soil and Water Conservation District is sponsoring a nature adventure for families at Nokesville Park on Saturday, July 26th, from 6 to 8 p.m. rain or shine. The cost is $10 for Prince William County residents and $20 for non-Prince William County residents. Free treats and prizes are available for every family but pre-registration is required. Nokesville Park is located at 12560 Aden Road, Nokesville, VA 20181. Families are welcome to come before 6 and bring a picnic.
Published Date: 2008-07-16 03:00:00
News Section: Local Community Announcements,Cuccinelli Raises over $125,000 for Attorney General Race
Centerville, VA – In a statement released today, State Senator and candidate for Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli announced having raised over $125,000 for the campaign finance reporting period ending June 30, 2008. His campaign currently has over $110,000 on-hand.
“Conservatives are responding to my record of defending Life, protecting our communities, preserving Constitutional rights, and fighting to reign in the size of government. I’m very excited about the early enthusiasm we’ve been generating across the Commonwealth,” said Cuccinelli.
Published Date: 2008-07-16 02:00:00
News Section: Politics,Virginia Society for Human Life Report on Health Care
Virginia Society for Human Life
6767 Forest Hill Ave., Suite 270 * Richmond, VA 23225
Tel: 804.560.8745 ** www.vshl.org ** vshl67@comcast.net
A Richmond Times-Dispatch story published on July 9, 2008, announced “a well-financed” national campaign by Health Care for America Now begun yesterday in 50 cities across the country including Richmond. According to the story, the Virginia agent is Virginia Organizing Project.
This is seen as a shot-across-the-bow for fully federally funded abortion-on-demand under the auspices of Health Care for America Now. This is because of the proposal’s funding by America’s top abortion chain, Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Planned Parenthood kills thousands of unborn babies in their clinics every year.
Published Date: 2008-07-16 01:00:00
News Section: Top Headline,High Tech Firms to be Focus at Tech-Xpo Luncheon
Manassas, VA-The Prince William County-Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce will showcase IT and high tech businesses on Tuesday, July 22nd at its second annual "Tech-Xpo" luncheon to be held at the Best Western Battlefield Inn in Manassas. The event is sponsored by MDA Technologies.
Published Date: 2008-07-16 00:00:00
News Section: Business,Lieutenant Governor Bolling’s Public Schedule for July 12 – July 19, 2008
Tuesday, July 15
4:15 PM
Interview with Coy Barefoot
Charlottesville-Right Now
1070 AM WINA
Charlottesville, VA
Lieutenant Governor Bolling will make his monthly appearance on Charlottesville – Right Now with Coy Barefoot.
Published Date: 2008-07-15 10:42:46
News Section: Politics,Enjoy the Abundance of Local Fruits and Vegetables at the Nokesville Farmers’ Market This Saturday!
Eat healthy and support local growers at the Nokesville Farmers’ Market. Their produce is “Always Fresh, Always Local.” Here is a list of what is available this Saturday from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at the Nokesville Farmers’ Market on Fitzwater Drive:
Published Date: 2008-07-11 14:52:34
News Section: Local Community Announcements,Statement of Lieutenant Governor Bolling on Conclusion of Transportation Special Session
Richmond, July 10, 2008 – Early this morning, the Virginia General Assembly adjourned Sine Die, ending the Special Session on transportation that had convened on June 23rd. In response to this action, Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling issued the following statement:
Published Date: 2008-07-10 14:34:48
News Section: Politics,Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell Gives Special Welcome Remarks to Participants at the 2008 National Right to Life Committee Convention
July 3rd through 5th was the National Right to Life Committee Convention, held at the Crystal City Hyatt in Alexandria, Virginia. The National Right to Life is the nation’s largest pro-life group that works to protect human life threatened by abortion, infanticide and euthanasia.[1] The National Right to Life Committee was founded in 1973 as a non-partisan, non-sectarian federation of 50 state affiliates, made up of approximately 3,000 local chapters.[2] Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell gave special welcome remarks to many participants and organizations from across the United States, about Virginia being a Pro Life State.
[1] National Right to Life, 7/09/2008, www.nrlc.org
[2] National Right to Life, 7/09/2008, www.nrlc.org
Published Date: 2008-07-09 05:35:58
News Section: Top Headline,Phases of Womanhood Seminar on Forgiveness July19th
“Turning Toward God: Learning to Forgive” is a seminar that will be held on July 19th at Holy Trinity Catholic Church on Saturday, July 19th, from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm in the parish hall. The cost is $20 per person and registration is required. To register go to the Phases of Womanhood web site at: www.phasesofwomanhood.org to register online. According to their web site, the Phases of Womanhood, Inc. was founded in 2003 by a group of Catholic women from the Washington, DC area. The mission of the Phases of Womanhood is to bring clarity to crucial issues surrounding women in our culture and to help women discover their true fulfillment.
Published Date: 2008-07-09 05:12:21
News Section: Local News,Hay Market Masonic Lodge No. 313 Raised $5,500 at Ride to the Wall Event
The “Ride to the Wall” event on May 25th, hosted by the Hay Market Masonic Lodge, No. 313, raised $5,500 to benefit Brittany Leap and the NBIA Association. To learn about NBIA, visit their web site at: www.nbiadisorders.org Approximately 20 riders/ members participated from local area Masonic Lodges to enjoy a country breakfast prior to visiting and honoring the men and women who served the United States at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial located in Washington, DC.
Published Date: 2008-07-09 01:00:00
News Section: Local News,Chairman To Testify At House Policy Committee Hearing
Prince William County, Virginia . . . Corey A. Stewart, Chairman of the Prince William Board of County Supervisors, has been invited to participate in a panel discussion on Tuesday, July 8th , 2008, at noon, before the House Republican Policy Committee, at the Library of Congress, Members Room of the Jefferson Building, 101 Independence Avenue, SE, Washington, D.C.
Published Date: 2008-07-08 13:36:51
News Section: Local News,BEACON Sponsoring Free Disaster Preparedness Session July 16th
July 7, 2008- Does your family have a plan to assist you in the case of emergency? Would you know how to develop one and what supplies to include? Join us to find out the answers.
BEACON for Adult Literacy offers a quarterly Life Skills Series focusing on a number of topics each year. On Wednesday, July 16 BEACON for Adult Literacy will host a Disaster Preparedness Workshop at the Georgetown South Community Center, 9444 Taney Road, Manassas, VA 20110 from 11:45 am – 1:00 pm. Presented by Bonnie Nahas of the Voluntary Action Center of Greater Prince William County, attendees will participate in an interactive program focusing on the creation of a household plan for safety in the case of fire, evacuation and extreme weather. Guests will learn what information to include in your plan, how to stock a disaster supply kit, pet care considerations and resources for further reference. The workshop is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be available. Those interested in attending, please RSVP to the BEACON office by July 15 at 703-368-7491 or beacondir@comcast.net .
Published Date: 2008-07-08 00:00:00
News Section: Local Community Announcements,Come What May Film to Premier July 12th
“Come What May”, a movie created by homeschool students, will premiere on Saturday, July 12, 2008, in Harrisonburg, VA, at the Court Square Theater. The screenings will be from 3:00 – 4:45 PM and 5:30 – 7:15PM. Tickets may be purchased at the Advent Film Group website, www.adventfilmgroup.com. The Court Square Theater is located at 61 Graham St
Harrisonburg, VA 22801. Ticket prices are $7.00 per person, $20 for a family of four, $25 for five, $30 for families with six or more. See the website for details. The co-producers, directors, George D. Escobar and Manny Edwards, as well as some of the cast and crew will be attending the premiere.
Published Date: 2008-07-06 21:59:31
News Section: Top Headline,Motivating Your Children by Understanding Their Temperament
Parents filled the classroom at Holy Trinity Church to listen to Art Bennett, the last Parenting Series speaker, on how to “Motivate Your Children by Understanding Their Temperament.” Art Bennett is Director of the Alpha Omega Clinic and Consultation Centers, a licensed marriage counselor and family therapist for twenty years. For more information about the Alpha Omega Clinic, visit their web site at: www.aoccs.org The Alpha Omega Clinic also is involved with True Presence and Alabanza web hosting in running the Unity Restored web site, www.ur.solcionxpress.com The purpose of the web site is prevent and solve problems related to pornography. In addition to the book “The Temperament God Gave You” which he co-authored with his wife Laraine, they are ready to release a book about marriage and the temperaments.
Published Date: 2008-07-02 06:00:00
News Section: Local News,Scott Lewczak Wins National Auto Art Contest
Scott Lewczak, owner of Art Works and Sign Farm, won First, and Fifth place, as well as an Honorable Mention in the Commercial Vehicle category for this years’ “Auto Art Contest” sponsored by Sign Business Magazine and National Business Media, Inc. Scott’s winning designs are featured in the June issue of Sign Business Magazine. The magazine which is available by subscription gave BristowEnews.com permission to feature the pages featuring Scott’s work.
Published Date: 2008-07-02 05:18:58
News Section: Local News,PWSPCA Wants You to Beat the Heat for Animals!
The Prince William Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has updated their web site for summer. They are featuring a “Friends for Life” photo contest of adopted pets to be published in the upcoming calendar that will be available in October. So get your camera out this summer and submit your pet friendly photos by August 15th. You can register on the Prince William SPCA web site, www.pwspca.org and the cost is $5.00 per entry. You can mail in your entry or register online.
Published Date: 2008-07-02 05:07:56
News Section: Local News,The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian Movie Review
Not too long ago, The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian hit the big screen. Tons of people flooded the theaters to watch the sequel of the successful first movie, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. This highly expected film takes you back to Narnia with the four Pevensie children: Peter (William Moseley), Susan (Anna Popplewell), Edmund (Skander Keynes), and Lucy (Georgie Henley) once they are summoned to help Prince Caspian (Ben Barnes) escape from the evil King Miraz and take the throne which is rightfully his. Even though only one year has passed in our time, 1,300 years has passed in Narnia. But, this time when you return, Narnia is darker than it was before.
Published Date: 2008-07-02 05:00:16
News Section: Movie reviews,Get Grilling Cornish Hens for Simple Summer Eating!
Marinate Cornish Game Hens for approximately 40 minutes in this simple Teriyaki marinade and then grill over medium heat for approximately 40 to 50 minutes. Serve with your favorite grains and salad.
Published Date: 2008-07-02 04:45:51
News Section: Food and Recipes,Family Nature Adventure 2008
Prince William Soil and Water Conservation District is sponsoring a nature adventure for families at Nokesville Park on Saturday, July 26th, from 6 to 8 p.m. rain or shine. The cost is $10 for Prince William County residents and $20 for non-Prince William County residents. Free treats and prizes are available for every family but pre-registration is required. Nokesville Park is located at 12560 Aden Road, Nokesville, VA 20181. Families are welcome to come before 6 and bring a picnic.
Published Date: 2008-07-02 01:00:00
News Section: Community Events,PWCGMC July Events
BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS
Tues., July 8th, 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Hosted by: Deer Park Cleaning Inc. and Uno's Chicago Grill, 7390 Atlas Walk Way, Gainesville
This event is complimentary for Chamber members and their staff. Please RSVP by calling Cathy Gilbert-Silva at 703-368-6600, ext. 10, or emailing cgilbertsilva@pwcgmcc.org.
Published Date: 2008-07-01 00:00:00
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