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September 17, 2009

WWII living history coming next month to Brentsville

Manassas has its Civil War history, and Dumfries its Revolutionary-era roots, but Brentsville will be all about World War II next month.

Neighborhood news: Interfaith communities unite in prayer for peace
Neighborhood news: Interfaith communities unite in prayer for peace

Nokesville residents and musicians Emiko and Ahmad Nadimi and Bristow’s Benedictine sisters took part in Sunday’s International Day of Prayer for Peace.


September 10, 2009

Community events

» Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: The Nokesville Farmers Market is open at 13005 Fitzwater Drive.

Neighborhood news: Brentsville hosts WW II Weekend
Neighborhood news: Brentsville hosts WW II Weekend

Allied and Axis re-enactors will give you an up-close look at what life was like for soldiers and civilians throughout the war.


September 05, 2009

Fauquier Bank opens ninth branch in Bristow Center

The Fauquier Bank officially opened its ninth branch recently in the Bristow Center.


September 03, 2009

Community events for Sept. 4

» Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: The Nokesville Farmers Market is open at 13005 Fitzwater Drive.

Neighborhood news: Alliance invites kids to explore beyond backyard
Neighborhood news: Alliance invites kids to explore beyond backyard

By examining topics including trees, animal homes, birds, the forest floor and seasonal changes, children will develop a stronger connection with the outdoor world while having fun with peers.

Nokesville expo draws clients, members

Local business group holds Sept. 12 event


August 27, 2009

Community Events

» Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.: The Nokesville Farmers Market is open at 13005 Fitzwater Drive.

Remembering a Titan
Remembering a Titan

Football fans who remember the Titans should also remember that tomorrow is the day seven area Uno’s restaurants are helping to fight spinal cord injuries.

Neighborhood news: Merrimac Farm offers field-to-forest tour
Neighborhood news: Merrimac Farm offers field-to-forest tour

Join Prince William Conservation Alliance Chairman Charlie Grymes for a tour of Merrimac Farm, from field to forest.


August 24, 2009

Contractors help renovate BARN playground, deck
Contractors help renovate BARN playground, deck

A renovation to the deck and playground area of the Transitional Housing BARN in Bristow was recently done by the Virginia Chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors.


August 20, 2009

Community events for Aug. 21

» Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Nokesville Farmers Market is open.

Students check out horses at South Run school
Students check out horses at South Run school

Students from Northern Virginia Community College’s Veterinary Technology program had the opportunity for some literal hands-on training with horses this month at South Run Riding School.

Neighborhood news: Plan some FUN for Nokesville
Neighborhood news: Plan some FUN for Nokesville

Friends Uniting Nokesville is a nonprofit corporation formed two years ago with a mission to promote events and activities that strengthen the Nokes-ville community.


August 13, 2009

Bristow guru grandma pens a book
Bristow guru grandma pens a book

Bristow author Carol Covin doesn’t look like “Granny Guru.“ Yet that is her nom de plume in print and online.

Neighborhood news: Prince William social group seeks sponsors
Neighborhood news: Prince William social group seeks sponsors

Want to find interesting places and have fun with people your age while gaining exposure for your business?


August 10, 2009

Pilot ‘died doing what he loved best’
Pilot ‘died doing what he loved best’

It was Edward B. Toth’s senior picture from Osbourn High School, but the message on the back was really what was important.


August 09, 2009

Nokesville man dies in plane crash

Edward Toth, 48, of Nokesville was killed when his ultralight plane crashed into Lake Anna, Louisa County, on Sunday afternoon.

Project Mend-A-House to host first golf tournament

Project Mend-A-House will host its inaugural golf tournament Sept. 18 at Bristow Manor Golf Club, 11507 Valley View Drive, Bristow.


August 06, 2009

Neighborhood news: Bristow Run second-graders part of history
Neighborhood news: Bristow Run second-graders part of history

Before leaving for summer vacation, students in Rosemary Wolfe’s second-grade class at Bristow Run Elementary were selected to write biographies on Abraham Lincoln for the Time Capsule Reception for new members of the 111th Congress held May 13 at the U.S. Capitol.

Nokesville student paints the town
Nokesville student paints the town

Nokesville’s Owen Thomas has been painting the town this summer.

Golf tournament nets $70,000
Golf tournament nets $70,000

The 2009 David Allen Company Multiple Sclerosis Golf Outing at Heritage Hunt Golf & Country Club in Gainesville raised $70,000 for the National Capital Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.


July 30, 2009

Bristow man hospitalized after fire

A fire sent one man to the hospital Thursday night when a pot of cooking oil caught fire on his stove.

Neighborhood news: Park Authority plans for land acquisition
Neighborhood news: Park Authority plans for land acquisition

According to the Prince William Conservation Alliance, The Prince William County Park Authority has about $3 million for land acquisition (90 percent secured through developer monetary proffers) and is interested in expanding the park system.

Nokesville teen twirls way to top
Nokesville teen twirls way to top

That allowed the 15-year-old Brentsville District High School student to compete at the University of Notre Dame recently, representing the state in the national finals of this year’s Miss Majorette of America contest.


July 24, 2009

Nokesville/Bristow resident dies at 101
Nokesville/Bristow resident dies at 101

She was one of the founders of the club that started the county fair


July 23, 2009

Bristow/Nokesville community events

» Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Nokesville Farmers’ Market is open. It’s at 13005 Fitzwater Drive.

Nokesville riding school hosts lots of horseplay
Nokesville riding school hosts lots of horseplay

South Run Riding School recently held its annual fun show and potluck picnic.

Neighborhood news: The White Elephant is local treasure
Neighborhood news: The White Elephant is local treasure

Cynthia Beard, proprietor of The White Elephant antique shop and Book Nook bookstore, is proud of the progress the family business has made in spite of challenges.

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