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News Article For: October 2008
Stewart: Prince William Deserves Answers to HOT Lane “Bailout” Questions
PRINCE WILLIAM, VA October 23rd - The Prince William Board of County Supervisors have requested Governor Kaine, the Virginia Department of Transportation and foreign-owned Transurban Inc. to publicly answer questions on the I-95/I-395 HOT Lane project. Chairman Corey A. Stewart issued the following statement:
Published Date: 2008-10-29 04:55:19
News Section: Top Headline,Wolf and Feder Debate at Committee of 100 Event
Congressman Frank Wolf and candidate Judy Feder sparred as part of the 10th district Congressional race; the candidate forum hosted by the Prince William Committee of 100 took place last week at the Sheraton Four Points in Manassas. Channel Eight’s Bruce Depuyt moderated the standing room only event.
Published Date: 2008-10-29 04:52:16
News Section: Politics,McDonnell Opinion: Count Absentee Military Ballots
Opinion Finds Federal Law Preempts State Law; Federal Ballots without Witness Address Are Lawful, Must be Counted
Fairfax, October 27- Attorney General Bob McDonnell released a formal opinion today concluding that federal absentee ballots from overseas military voters lacking the printed name and address of a witness must be counted. The opinion affirms that federal law preempts state law, thus clarifying the state and federal statutes regarding the issue. The confusion centered over whether a state law requiring a witness's printed name and address controls federal absentee ballots or the federal law governs this issue. The opinion was requested by Delegate Bill Janis (R-Henrico) and is attached to this release.
Published Date: 2008-10-29 04:29:31
News Section: Top Headline,Parenting Classes Offered at the Prince William Office of the Virginia Cooperative Extension
Registration is open for “Systematic Training for Effective Parenting,” (STEP), “Living Apart – Parenting Together,”(LAPT), and “When Families Get Angry,” (Anger Management), three parenting classes offered in both English and Spanish through the Prince William Office of the Virginia Cooperative Extension. STEP is a six-week discussion group for parents and others who want to learn more effective ways to communicate and discipline. Living Apart – Parenting Together is a two-session, four-hour class that encourages parents living apart to work out parenting decisions without putting their children in the middle. When Families Get Angry is a three session, six hour course, developed to assist parents in understanding and constructively dealing with anger in the home. Each of the classes or sessions is held one day during the week, usually during the evening hours in Manassas or Woodbridge area locations and the cost is $40 for an individual. Sessions run from now until February depending on the class and location. See the following class descriptions and locations for details. Call the Virginia Cooperative Extension Office at (703) 792-6288 for more information and / or to register for a class.
Published Date: 2008-10-29 04:25:45
News Section: Education,PWCGMCC November Events
Brown Bag Seminar
Mon., Nov. 3rd, noon - 1:00 p.m.
Location: Western Prince William Branch Office, 7450 Heritage Village Plaza,
Ste. 202 , Gainesville
Topic: "Protect the Identities of Your Clients"
Speaker: Barbara Owens, PrePaid Legal Services, Inc.
Sponsor: A-1 Flood Tech
This educational 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: 2008-10-29 04:20:53
News Section: Business,Register Now for City’s Nov. 15 Neighborhood Conference
Regina "R.J." Blair, an upbeat and motivating Neighborhood Coordinator from Fort Worth, Texas, will be the keynote speaker at the City of Manassas’ Second Annual Neighborhood Conference on Saturday, November 15, from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Carteret Mortgage Boys and Girls Club, 9501 Dean Park Lane, Manassas (behind Jennie Dean Elementary School).
Published Date: 2008-10-29 04:15:41
News Section: Community Events,Nicholas Tavani and Samantha Kline Win NOVEC/Prince William Symphony Orchestra Young Artist Competition
Manassas, VA—October 28, 2008—The Prince William Symphony Orchestra proudly announces the winners of the 2008 Young Artist Competition. The Finalist Recital, sponsored by NOVEC, was held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2008.
Published Date: 2008-10-29 04:05:20
News Section: Local News,Don’t Let Electrical Hazards Haunt Your Halloween
NORTHERN VIRGINIA?Halloween should be fun and safe. The Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative advises adults and parents of trick-or-treat ghosts, goblins, and little princesses to use decorative Halloween lights, fog machines, black lights, and animatronics safely to avoid fires or electrocution. Follow these do’s and don’ts:
Published Date: 2008-10-29 03:39:44
News Section: Education,Lieutenant Governor Bolling’s Public Schedule for October 27, – Novmber 1, 2008
Monday, October 27
1:30 PM
The Shilling Show with Rob Shilling
WINA 1071 AM News Radio
Charlottesville, VA
Lieutenant Governor Bolling will make his monthly appearance on The Shilling Show with Rob Shilling.
7:00 PM
Chesterfield County Republican Committee Meeting
Manchester Middle School
7401 Hull Street Road
Richmond, VA
Lieutenant Governor Bolling is the guest speaker at Chesterfield GOP Committee’s monthly meeting.
Published Date: 2008-10-27 15:02:34
News Section: Politics,Public Schedule of Attorney General Bob McDonnell October 26th-October 31st
Public Schedule
Monday, October 27, 2008
*On Monday, October 27, Attorney General Bob McDonnell will attend a political event in Leesburg. For more information, please contact Erika Fischer at McDonnell for Virginia at 757-618-9339.*
McDonnell Attends the Tech Celebration: Northern Virginia Technology Council's Annual Banquet
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner
1700 Tysons Boulevard
McLean
Published Date: 2008-10-27 12:44:31
News Section: Politics,Prince William Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce to Host Attorney General Bob McDonell at Insight Luncheon on October 28th
The Greater Chamber will host Virginia Attorney General Bob McDonnell on Tuesday, October 28th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Stonewall Golf Club, 15601 Turtle Point Dr. in Gainesville. The cost to attend for members is $30 prepaid or $35 at the door or billed; non- members pay $40.
Please RSVP, by calling Cathy Gilbert-Silva at 703-368-6600, ext. 10, or email cgilbertsilva@pwcgmcc.org.
For information on Greater Chamber events, visit the community calendar on our News & Events Wire located at pwcgmcc.mymediaroom.com/wire/events.
Published Date: 2008-10-27 10:28:56
News Section: Business,U.S. Senate Candidate Gilmore is Featured Speaker at Second PWCGMCC Insight Series Luncheon
Manassas, VA - Former Virginia Governor and current candidate for U.S. Senate Jim Gilmore was the featured speaker at the second in a new series of "Insight Luncheons" presented by the Prince William County-Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce which was held on Friday, October 17th at the Best Western Battlefield Inn.
Published Date: 2008-10-27 10:00:36
News Section: Business,Last Day of the Season for Nokesville Farmers' Market
This Saturday is the last day of the season for the Nokesville Farmers' Market and the hours for October 25th are from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm. The following is a brief letter from Nokesville Farmers' Market Manager Pablo Teodoro:
Dear Customers,
Due to the promise of poor weather this Saturday, the Nokesville
Farmers' Market, Brunswick Stew Day, and the Nokesville Church of the
Brethren Craft Bazaar have been postponed until the following
Saturday, November 1st. See you all then!
Pablo
Published Date: 2008-10-23 05:44:12
News Section: Community Events,What’s Cooking in Nokesville this Saturday?
It’s Brunswick Stew Day this Saturday, October 25th (changed to November 1st due to windy weather forecast) at Fitzwater Drive and Route 28 in Nokesville, where the Ruritan Club will be cooking over the fires at 5:00 am and at 11:00 am people can purchase a takeout quart for $8 or sit and eat all you want under their big tent! Proceeds will benefit the Ruritan Clubs community service projects in the area. In addition the Ruritans are asking area residents to bring a can of food to benefit the St. Thomas Church food pantry in Manassas. Members of the Lions Club and Nokesville Business Association will also be featured at this event.
Published Date: 2008-10-22 07:07:39
News Section: Local Community Announcements,Prince William Symphony Orchestra with NOVEC Announces Young Artist Competition Finalists!
Six Area Youths Selected to perform for Judges and Public on October26th!
Manassas, VA—October 21, 2008—The Prince William Symphony Orchestra proudly announces six local students that have been selected to perform in the final round of Prince William Symphony Orchestra’s (PWSO) Young Artist Competition. The Finalist Recital, sponsored by NOVEC, is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2008 at Bethel Lutheran Church located at 8712 Plantation Lane in Manassas. The public is invited and encouraged to attend this performance. Admission is free!
Published Date: 2008-10-22 05:45:23
News Section: Arts,Lt. Governor's Heart Healthy Challenge
The Lieutenant Governor’s Challenge is a 12-week based incentive program where participating Virginians set personal physical activity goals and receive points for completing simple 30-minute, everyday physical activities, such as walking, gardening or playing sports.
Virginia Heart Health Statistics
♥ Heart disease kills nearly 20,000 Virginians each year
♥ 22.6% of adults report being completely inactive
♥ 26.7% of adults have high blood pressure & 36.2% of adults have high
cholesterol
♥ Only 37.5% of adults consume the daily recommended amount of fruits and
vegetables
♥ In 2005, the total cost of hospitalization due to cardiovascular disease was
$3.6 billion
♥ According to a 2005 study, Virginia is ranked as the 25th most obese state
Published Date: 2008-10-22 05:38:20
News Section: Health,Fall Is for Planting Trees, Shrubs, Lawns, Bulbs
Homeowners are discovering a new gardening season: autumn. “Professional gardeners and landscapers have always valued fall for planting trees and shrubs, seeding lawns and setting out spring-flowering bulbs such as tulips and daffodils,” says Lin Diacont, President of the Virginia Green Industry Council. People are never more aware of trees than in autumn, when leaves turn brilliant shades of red, gold and orange and it is the perfect time for selecting colorful trees for color in your landscape next year.
The resurgence of home gardening has made the average gardener more ambitious than ever. People who once grew only petunias and geraniums now have vegetable gardens, fruit trees, shrub borders and even greenhouses. In spring, the traditional planting season, gardeners may be too busy to accomplish all their gardening goals. And during the dog days of summer, everyone wants to relax in the garden, not work in it.
Published Date: 2008-10-22 05:14:08
News Section: Gardening,Public Schedule of Attorney General Bob McDonnell October 18th-25th
Public Schedule
Thursday, October 23, 2008
McDonnell Delivers Keynote Address at the Henrico County Sheriff’s Prayer Breakfast Hosted by Good News Jail and Prison Ministry
Time: 7:00 a.m.
Location: Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen
2880 Mountain Road
Glen Allen
Published Date: 2008-10-22 05:05:22
News Section: Press Release,November is Deadline for Insurance on Apples, Peaches in Virginia
The final date for Virginia apple and peach growers to obtain crop insurance on next year’s crop is November 20, 2008. Current policyholders likewise have until November 20 to make any changes to their existing contracts. Price elections for 2009 will be $9.45 per bushel for fresh apples and $13.50 per bushel for fresh peaches. Crop insurance provides coverage against production losses due to damage caused by natural perils and adverse weather conditions such as hail, wind, frost, and drought. Your actual amount of coverage will be determined from your actual yields and the protection level you select. Fruit producers should consider making crop insurance an essential part of their overall risk management plan to help protect their operations from financial loss. Growers are encouraged to contact a local crop insurance agent as soon as possible for more detailed information and premium quotes. For a list of crop insurance agents in your area, contact the local USDA Farm Service Agency office or log on to the following Risk Management Agency web site: http://www3.rma.usda.gov/tools/agents/
Published Date: 2008-10-22 04:52:45
News Section: Farming,Preparing Your Car for Winter
Manassas, VA - October 2008 - Winter can be tough on cars. Extreme temperatures can destroy car batteries, stress the vehicle's cooling system and causes tire pressure to drop which reduces your miles per gallon. As a precaution, these vehicle components should be checked during the fall and winter months to help avoid potentially dangerous breakdowns, overheating problems and loss of gas mileage, according to Jim Drollinger, owner of J&J Automotive Services.
Excessive temperatures, cold cranks and overcharging can shorten the life of a vehicle battery. The battery is the heart of the vehicle's electrical charging system. To get the most life out of a battery, Drollinger recommends having the vehicle's electrical system checked to make sure it is charging at the correct rate. Drollinger also recommends vehicle owner's keep the top of the battery clean. Dirt can become a conductor, which drains battery power. If corrosion accumulates on battery terminals, it becomes an insulator and inhibits the current flow.
Published Date: 2008-10-22 04:48:09
News Section: Automotive,Attorney General Hosts Third Legal Emergency Preparedness Drill
Richmond – On October 20th, Attorney General Bob McDonnell hosted the third annual legal emergency preparedness drill for Virginia agencies and their counsel from the Attorney General’s Office. Also sponsoring this exercise were The Office of Commonwealth Preparedness and the Virginia Department of Emergency Management.
Published Date: 2008-10-22 04:46:46
News Section: Local News,Kaine Announces Federal Disaster Designations for Eleven Virginia Counties
~ Adjacent counties also may be eligible for assistance ~
RICHMOND—Governor Timothy M. Kaine announced on October 20th that the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture has designated Amelia, Amherst, Bedford, Campbell, Dinwiddie, Halifax, Louisa, Nelson, Nottoway, Pittsylvania and Prince Edward counties primary natural disaster areas because of reductions in farm production caused by drought and excessive heat that occurred this calendar year.Published Date: 2008-10-22 04:30:02
News Section: Farming,Local Salon Holds Benefit for Brittany Leap
HAYMARKET, Va., -- On Sat., Nov.1, 2008 Tranquility Salon and Spa of Manassas, Va. is hosting the "BEE THE DIFFERENCE" charity event in support of Haymarket, Va.-resident, Brittany Leap from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Piedmont Clubhouse in Haymarket, Va. at 14675 Piedmont Vista Drive. The 13-year-old is suffering from NBIA (Neurodegeneration with Brain Iron Accumulation) disorder, which has taken away her ability to walk, talk, eat and function independently. With no cure currently available, Brittany’s parents are hoping to raise additional research funds to help find a cure. All ticket sales and money donated for this event will go directly to NBIA research. Silent auction items valued at $200 or more are being accepted until Oct. 23, 2008. The event is geared toward adults, with tickets at $150 per person and can be purchased by calling 703.257.7200 or visiting www.tranquilitydayspa.com and click on Bee the Difference.
Published Date: 2008-10-18 09:10:42
News Section: Charity Event,Obama Distorts His Abortion Record In Third Debate
WASHINGTON -- "On partial-birth abortion and on the rights of infants who survive abortions, Barack Obama's answers in the third presidential debate were highly misleading," commented Douglas Johnson, longtime legislative director for the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC), the nation's largest pro-life organization.
Published Date: 2008-10-18 08:25:24
News Section: Top Headline,Candidate Keith Fimian Visits 2008 Life Chain in Gainesville
Congressional candidate Keith Fimian walked along the Life Chain in Gainesville, Sunday, October 5th to pass out literature, shake hands and visit with approximately 300 Pro-Life supporters from Holy Trinity Catholic Parish. Holy Trinity has been participating in this annual event since the church was founded seven years ago. Father Francis Peffley led parishioners in praying the rosary prior to their scattering along the walk-way along Linton Hall Road and Route 29 in Gainesville to peacefully and silently hold their signs for one hour.
Published Date: 2008-10-15 07:09:34
News Section: Local News,Prince William SPCA to Hold Great Pumpkin Dog Walk, Pet Adopt-A-Thon and Fall Festival Saturday, October 18th
The 3rd Annual Great Pumpkin Dog Walk will be held Saturday, October 18th, at the Prince William County Fair Grounds beginning at 9:00 for registration and the cost of $25 includes entrance for one person and dog, one dog goodie bag and a t-shirt for the first 100 walkers. The walk will begin at 9:30 rain or shine and the PWSPCA is joining the Kirpes family in remembering Stephanie Dawn Kirpes, an avid animal lover and a Forest Park High School graduate who died on July 6th and in her honor the walk is being held. Visit PWSPCA website, http://www.pwspca.org/index.htm for online registration forms and participants may pay by credit card on line or simply print a registration form.
Published Date: 2008-10-15 05:19:57
News Section: Community Events,McDonnell Launches “Safe in Our Communities: Community Recognition Program for Promising Practices in Domestic Violence Response”
Selected Communities to Receive Official Recognition from Attorney General, Monetary Awards from Verizon Wireless
*October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Virginia*
Richmond –Attorney General Bob McDonnell announced today a community recognition program for localities that demonstrate innovative methods to combat and respond to domestic violence.
Through the Attorney General’s “Safe in Our Communities: Community Recognition Program for Promising Practices in Domestic Violence Response,” localities may apply for official state recognition for innovative practices to combat domestic violence. Communities selected will receive recognition from the Attorney General in the spring of 2009, as well as monetary awards from Verizon Wireless.
Published Date: 2008-10-15 04:06:52
News Section: Local Community Announcements,National Cyber Security Awareness Month
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. The word Cyber comes from a Greek word “Kubernettes” which means “Steer Master or One who sails”. The word “Cyber or Cyberspace” was first coined in the 1940’s by a gentleman named William Gibson who first invented the word and eventually became synonymous to the World Wide Web. Gibson is best known for using it his 1984 novel Neuromancer, a story based on of a washed-up computer hacker hired by a mysterious employer to work on the ultimate hack.
Published Date: 2008-10-15 03:30:26
News Section: Technology,Lieutenant Governor Bolling Pledges to Work with Governor Kaine to Find Responsible Budget Solutions
- Bolling also expresses continued concern over Governor’s budget estimates -
RICHMOND – October 9th, Governor Tim Kaine announced a series of reductions to Virginia’s state budget to bring the budget into balance in light of declining revenue collections. In response to the Governor’s announcement, Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling issued the following statement:
Published Date: 2008-10-15 03:00:00
News Section: Top Headline,Controlling Wildlife in Your Landscape Workshop October 23rd
The Environmental and Natural Resources Program of the Prince William Cooperative Extension is holding a workshop on Thursday, October 23rd on “Controlling Wildlife in Your Landscape” from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm in the Community Room, at the Bull Run Library located at 8051 Ashton Avenue, Manassas. Gardens and yards become an attractive habitat for deer, rabbits, groundhogs and other forest creatures crowded out by development. The workshop will help you discover ways to live with or even outsmart them. Call the Virginia Cooperative Extension Horticulture Help Desk at 703-792-7747 to register or if you have questions.
Published Date: 2008-10-15 02:30:40
News Section: Gardening,The Ecumenical Word and Worship Service for the Prince William County Community
Reverend David Nickerson Jones, Reverend Francis Peffley, Reverend John Patterson, Reverend Carol Rogers and Reverend Nectarios Trevino listen as Reverend Bob Perdue gives the sermon.
“Pray Without Ceasing (1Thessalonians 5:12a, 13b-18)” was the theme of this year’s Week of Prayer for Christian Unity and celebrated with the congregations of Gainesville United Methodist Church, Old Dominion Baptist Church, First AME Church of Manassas, Nativity of Our Lord Orthodox Church, Saint Paul’s Church of Haymarket, and Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Gainesville, Virginia which hosted the event on October 5th. 2008 marks one hundred years since the founding of the “Week of Prayer for Christian Unity by Father Paul James Francis Wattson, an Episcopal priest who later became Catholic and Mother Lurana White who co-founded the Society of the Atonement, a small group of Franciscan Sisters and Friars.[1] Since the founding of the Society of the Atonement, in 1908 many congregations has found unity through common prayers and since 1964 they have agreed to observe a time of prayer call the “Week of Prayer for Christian Unity.”
[1] “History,” Week of Prayer 2008, October 13, 2008 http://www.weekofprayer2008.org/about-history.html
Published Date: 2008-10-15 02:00:00
News Section: Local News,Nokesville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department Open House
Area residents appreciated an exciting glimpse at a Medivac helicopter in action as it landed and took off from the Nokesville Volunteer Fire Station no. 25 on Devlins Grove Place, in addition to an up close look at the fire trucks, safety equipment, tips and refreshments available from the staff. The open house gave kids a chance to see demonstrations of fire equipment as well as adults to look at the department as a potential career opportunity. October is fire safety month and the department encourages residents to practice fire safety at home. Visit the Nokesville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department website our local resource for links on fire safety as well as disaster preparedness: http://www.nvfdrs.org/Home/tabid/36/Default.aspx
Published Date: 2008-10-15 01:00:00
News Section: Local News,Committee of 100 Hosts District 10 Candidates
Prince William, VA.—October 10, 2008--On Thursday, October 16th at the Four Points by Sheraton in Manassas, Congressional District candidates Judy Feder (D) and incumbent Frank Wolf (R) will share their ideas on the issues and solutions to the problems faced by their constituency. The moderator is Bruce DePuyt, host of NewsChannel 8's daily public affairs program, NewsTalk.
Published Date: 2008-10-13 23:24:35
News Section: Local Community Announcements,Lieutenant Governor Bolling's Public Schedule for October 11, 2008 – October 18, 2008
Tuesday, October 14
8:00 AM
WLNI News / Talk Radio
The Morningline 105.9 FM Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VA
Lieutenant Governor Bolling will make his monthly appearance on the The Morningline with Mari White and Brian Weigand.
Published Date: 2008-10-13 15:16:40
News Section: Press Release,ABC Rejects National Right to Life PAC Radio Ad
Today, National Right to Life received notice from ABC Radio Network that it would not air National Right to Life's ad entitled "Waiting for Obama's Apology," during Sean Hannity's radio program.
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In an email to National Right to Life, ABC Radio Network executives claimed the ad, "while supporting aspects of a Pro-Life position, weighs more heavily toward electioneering." The ad was to be paid for by National Right to Life Political Action Committee (NRL PAC), which is allowed to do "electioneering" under federal law.Published Date: 2008-10-11 15:03:22
News Section: Politics,National Right to Life PAC Publicizes Obama's Disinformation Campaign
National Right to Life PAC today unveiled a new web ad on its YouTube channel, that puts a spotlight on the leading role that Barack Obama played, while a member of the Illinois state Senate, in voting against and killing legislation to provide care and protection for babies who are born alive after abortions.
Published Date: 2008-10-11 14:24:34
News Section: Politics,Public Schedule of Attorney General Bob McDonnell October 11th-17th
Public Schedule
Saturday, October 11, 2008
McDonnell Delivers Keynote Address at the Hampton Roads Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Hispanic Business Celebration and Second Annual Awards Banquet
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Location: Hampton Convention Center
Grand Room E
1610 Coliseum Drive
Hampton
Published Date: 2008-10-10 22:15:18
News Section: Press Release,Barack Obama's Sweeping Agenda for Pro-abortion Policy Changes Examined by NRLC's Douglas Johnson in National Review Online
WASHINGTON (October 7, 2008) -- The Obama campaign and its allies have adopted an extensive "messaging strategy" that seeks to persuade religiously committed Americans that Obama has a middle-of-the-road position on abortion policy and will promote "abortion reduction."
Douglas Johnson, longtime legislative director for the National Right to Life Committee (NRLC) and author of an article published today on National Review Online, titled "Unholy Messaging," calls the Obama effort "a brazen scam."
Published Date: 2008-10-08 05:13:38
News Section: Top Headline,Kate Campbell, Songwriter/Musician: Putting Music to Rare & Unknown Stories
“It is no wonder that just the touch of another human being at a dark time can be enough to save the day.” – Frederick Buechner
Within these words lay the inspiration of Kate Campbell’s 12th and newest release, Save the Day to be available October 14. But you can catch a sneak peak if you attend “An Evening with Kate Campbell”, a benefit concert for the ministries of the Benedictine Sisters of Virginia on October 11.
Published Date: 2008-10-08 05:09:04
News Section: Arts,Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Invites Agricultural Producers to Participate in Gulfood 2009 in Dubai
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) offers producers opportunities to showcase their products at Gulfood 2009 through partnership with the Southern United States Trade Association (SUSTA). This show, which occurs in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, February 23 – 26, 2009, is designed to promote food products from the southern United States.
Published Date: 2008-10-08 04:57:30
News Section: Business,PW Committee of 100 Panel Explain and Debate “Smart Growth” Centers
Prince William, VA, October 3, 2008-The Committee 100’s October 1 meeting at Manassas’s Sheraton Four Points addressed Prince William County’s Comprehensive Plan for “Smart Growth” development affecting construction through the year 2030. The comprehensive plan proposes 19 “Centers of Community” and six regional “Centers of Commerce.” Panelists included Ray Utz, PWC’s Chief of Long Range Planning; Bob Marshall, 13th District Delegate to the General Assembly; Stewart Schwartz, Founder, Coalition for Smarter Growth; Michael Vanderpool, Land Use Attorney. Peter Galuszka, award winning journalist and blogger at “Bacon’s Rebellion,” moderated the forum.
Published Date: 2008-10-08 04:44:13
News Section: Local News,Nokesville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department Recruitment Drive Saturday, October 11th
The Nokesville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department Station 25 located at 905 Devlins Grove Place in Bristow are inviting local residents to attend their Recruitment Drive and Fire and Rescue demonstrations which include fun filled activities and free safety information, from 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm, on Saturday October 11th. Refreshments will be served.
Published Date: 2008-10-08 04:30:14
News Section: Local Community Announcements,Upcoming October Events for families in the Prince William Public Library System
The Prince William Public Library System has a number of upcoming family events for Halloween, a new program focusing on 'Tweens and the book sale at the Bull Run Regional Library.
Published Date: 2008-10-08 03:56:47
News Section: Local Community Announcements,Bolling Announces Lieutenant Governor's Challenge Heart Health Initiative
-“Your Heart is in Your Hands” campaign to promote healthier living, increased physical activity, and better nutrition to reduce heart and cardiovascular disease -
RICHMOND - Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling, joined by leading health care organizations and heart health advocates, today announced Virginia’s participation in the Lieutenant Governor’s Challenge: “Your Heart is in Your Hands" initiative, a heart and cardiovascular health campaign sponsored by the National Lieutenant Governor’s Association designed to promote heart health education, healthier living, increased physical activity and improved diet and nutrition.
Published Date: 2008-10-08 03:47:07
News Section: Health,Statement of Corey A. Stewart, Prince William Board of County Supervisors Chairman, At-Large on State Corporation Commission's Decision to Approve 500kV Transmission Line
October 7, 2008
I’m tremendously disappointed in the State Corporation Commission’s decision to approve Dominion’s 500kV transmission lines- running through some of the most environmentally and historically sensitive areas of the County- within sight of the Manassas National Battlefield. But considering Governor Tim Kaine’s appointment of Jim Dimitri, who had litigated on behalf of Dominion, to the SCC, I suppose it was a fait accompli. Appointing someone intimately involved in an industry to be a regulator is just bad leadership. In Washington, this mentality has contributed to our current financial crisis. If the Governor claims this decision isn’t tainted by his appointment of an advocate for an industry to its regulating body he’s crazy.
Published Date: 2008-10-07 18:37:24
News Section: Top Headline,Lieutenant Governor Bolling's Public Schedule for October 4, 2008 – October 11, 2008
Tuesday, October 7
12:45 PM
The Lieutenant Governor’s Challenge: “Your Heart is in Your Hands” Press Conference
James Center YMCA
James Center III
1051 E. Cary Street, Suite 300
Richmond, VA
Lieutenant Governor Bill Bolling will announce a fitness and nutrition challenge to get Virginians active and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America for both men and women and nearly 20,000 Virginians die every year from heart related illness. However, healthier living, regular exercise and an improved diet can reduce the risk of heart and cardiovascular disease by up to 82%.
Lieutenant Governor Bolling will be joined by representatives from the American Heart Association, YMCA of Greater Richmond and other leading health care organizations to outline the fitness challenge and heart health public information campaign.
Published Date: 2008-10-06 02:29:30
News Section: Press Release,Public Schedule of Attorney General Bob McDonnell October 6th - 11th
Public Schedule
Monday, October 6, 2008
“Live with the Attorney General” on WLNI Lynchburg
Time: 8:10 a.m.
Location: WLNI 105.9FM in the Lynchburg Area
McDonnell Delivers Closing Remarks at Office of Attorney General, Microsoft, Southwest Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy Joint Law Enforcement Seminar on Online Investigations
Time: 3:30 p.m.
Location: Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center
Virginia Highlands Community College Campus
One Partnership Circle
Abingdon
Published Date: 2008-10-06 02:19:31
News Section: Press Release,Apples, Pumpkins, and Squash at the Nokesville Farmers' Market!
How do you know its Fall in Virginia? The trees begin to delight our eyes with daily changing colors; the very air is filled with the scent of harvest and the promise of Thanksgiving Dinner. Then the phrases "pumpkin patch" and "apple orchard" reenter our vocabulary!
Yankey Farms of Nokesville returns to the Nokesville Farmers' Market bearing loads of Pumpkins, Winter Squash, Indian Corn, Gourds, Tomatoes, and Green Beans beginning this Saturday. Just gazing at the colors will be good for your spirit! Good News: The Yankey's will be at the Market every Saturday with Fall Produce though our last Market Day on October 25th.
Published Date: 2008-10-04 07:35:44
News Section: Local Community Announcements,McDonnell, Staunton Leaders Host ‘Community Day’
STAUNTON – Attorney General Bob McDonnell, Staunton Commonwealth’s Attorney Ray Robertson, Staunton Police Chief Jim Williams and Dr. R. Steven Nichols, Superintendent of Staunton City Schools, hosted a Community Day event in Staunton on September 27th.
Published Date: 2008-10-01 18:14:09
News Section: Local News,National Right to Life Committee Issues Comparison of Presidential and Vice 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. The National Right to Life Committee issued the following comparison of presidential and vice presidential candidates on life issues. For more information visit the National Right to Life Committee website at www.nrlc.org .
Published Date: 2008-10-01 05:32:19
News Section: Politics,Prince William County Greater Manassas Chamber of Commerce October 2008 Events
"Special Edition" Brown Bag Seminar
Wed., Oct.1st, noon - 1:00 p.m. , Main Chamber Office 8963 Center St., Manassas
Topic: "Simplified Strategic Planning"
Speakers: Jeffrey Parks and Katherine Vaughn-Rosemond, Performance Breakthroughs, Inc.
Sponsor: Bennett Insurance Services
This educational 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: 2008-10-01 04:57:51
News Section: Business,Prince William Symphony Orchestra Opening Night October 4th Features South African Cellist Heleen Du Plessis
Manassas, VA— The Prince William Symphony Orchestra will perform its Mainstage Series season opening night concert on Saturday, October 4, 2008 at Grace E. Metz Middle School in Manassas. Special soloist is cellist, Heleen du Plessis, from South Africa. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and FREE for all students 21 and younger as well as for all school personnel and can be purchased by calling 703-659-0103 or by visiting our website at www.pwso.org.
Published Date: 2008-10-01 04:50:47
News Section: Arts,First Case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis Confirmed in Virginia
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has confirmed the first case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in a horse this year. The 15-month old male pony was from Virginia Beach and was unvaccinated for EEE. He was sick for two days with a high fever and abnormal neurologic signs, euthanized on September 19 and samples were taken to the VDACS Regional Animal Health Laboratory in Ivor for necropsy on September 26, 2008.
Published Date: 2008-10-01 04:03:28
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