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November 17, 2009
Gainesville/Haymarket community events
» Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., Battlefield High School's drama club is performing "The Magical Land of Oz."
DNC ads target Rep. Frank Wolf
The Democratic National Committee plans to air radio ads slamming Rep. Frank R. Wolf for his recent vote against the health-care reform bill.
Charges in KC’s killing sent to grand jury
Everything was fine at KC's Restaurant in the early morning hours of Oct. 11—until everyone started to leave.
Neighborhood news: Battlefield orchestral students honored
Several Battlefield High School Orchestra students were selected to play at a recent Senior Regional Orchestra concert.
Ribbon cut, Rainbow rides
It was light rain with sunshine smiles when Rainbow Riding Center, located at the newly opened Silver Lake Regional Park in Haymarket, held the ribbon cutting for their state-of-the art center which will provide increased space and resources for disabled children participating in the 4-H therapeutic riding programs
Elliott executed in 2001 slayings of Woodbridge couple
Larry “Bill” Elliott died in Virginia’s electric chair Tuesday night, nearly nine years after the murders that landed him on death row.
Writers, get inspired
Bull Run library to host several events
Insurance company gives away car seats
The Corrigan Agency Inc. of Nationwide Insurance, Manassas, recently gave away free car seats at a recent Hispanic Community Corazon event.
Census bureau names local managers
The U.S. Census Bureau has appointed a list of managers for the 2010 office in Manassas.
Kaine will not intervene in Elliott execution
Virginia Gov. Timothy M. Kaine will not intervene in the execution of convicted killer Larry “Bill” Elliott.
Rescued Iraqi dog becomes a celebrity
Nubs is a dog with a purely wonderful story, one of war and loyalty to a U.S. Marine.
Guns stolen in Manassas burglary
Six guns, a camera and a jar of loose change were stolen in a burglary in the 9500 block of Harvest Place in Manassas on Monday.
Information about Virginia’s electric chair
Virginia inmate Larry Bill Elliott is scheduled to become the first Virginia inmate to die by electrocution since 2006. Here is some basic information about electrocutions in Virginia and nationwide.
2 Va natives on space mission
Space shuttle Atlantis is circling Earth with two Virginia natives on board.
Study: Va county would reap $9.2M from wind farm
An economic impact study says a proposed wind farm on East River Mountain would give Tazewell County $9.2 million in tax revenues over 20 years.
Medical research firm to bring at least 400 jobs to N.Va.
Virginia Gov. Timothy M. Kaine yesterday unveiled an investment of $200 million by a nonprofit medical research institute expected to generate more than 400 jobs in Northern Virginia.
Palin’s book goes rogue on some facts
Sarah Palin's new book reprises familiar claims from the 2008 presidential campaign that haven't become any truer over time.
LR Live: Emergency bus plan made available for riders
With winter on the way, the Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission has updated their Emergency Service plan, and has made brochures detailing the change available to riders.
Belvoir readers enthrall Occoquan students
A group of soldiers and civilians who normally spend their workdays on Fort Belvoir ensuring the country’s safety spent some time away from the installation on Tuesday, reading to students at Occoquan Elementary School.
Honors for a patriot
William Patterson doesn’t look like the hero he is.
November 16, 2009
Lake Ridge/Occoquan community events
» Now through Friday, Poetic art Exhibition at the Lorton Workhouse, W-16, second floor, Poetic Art is a benefit for the Yellow Ribbon Fund, a nonprofit organization created in early 2005 to assist our wounded soldiers from Iraq and Afghanistan, and their families, while they recuperate at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center and the National Naval Medical Center.
Housing shows positive signs in Prince William
All indicators seem to point to a rebounding housing market in Prince William County.
Neighborhood news: Students, staff walk for housing
Occoquan Elementary School staff and students took part in a mini-walk sponsored by Good Shepherd Housing Foundation on Oct. 21.
Sidewalk near schools unveiled
After months of construction and years of gathering money for the project, a ribbon cutting was held in front of Woodbridge Senior High School for new sidewalks along Old Bridge Road.
Execution day for man who killed over ex-stripper
Larry “Bill” Elliott, the oldest man on Virginia’s death row, chooses the electric chair.
Multiple lane closures set to begin on I-95
Major road construction projects force overnight lane closures on Beltway, I-95
Palin, Winfrey talk about book and Levi Johnston
Palin and Winfrey embraced as the one-time Republican vice presidential candidate walked onto the talk show stage.
Space shuttle Atlantis lifts off on supply mission
Space shuttle Atlantis rocketed into orbit Monday with six astronauts and a full load of spare parts for the International Space Station.
Kaine announces $200 million medical facility in NoVa
Virginia Gov. Timothy M. Kaine today unveiled an investment of $200 million by a nonprofit medical research institute expected to generate more than 400 jobs in Northern Virginia.
Prince William Co. to host new Marine Corps Marathon event
Prince William County will be home to the Marine Corps Marathon’s new Crossroads 17.75K Race.

