By GAIL WILLIAMS, Observer staff 07/07/13 / People & Places / Religion /
One Sunday night a month, Pastor Matthew Smith takes a team from St. Thomas United Methodist Church in Manassas VA to Washington, D.C. to hand out meals, clothing and other necessities to people living on the streets. "We travel to the shadow of the nation's capital to people who can't or won't sleep in shelters at night," said Smith.
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By JEANNIE BOTTERI, Observer Staff 07/07/13 / Health & Safety / Nonprofits / People & Places /
ACTS Helpline is a free service for those who need someone to listen to their thoughts and feelings. Listeners will assist with crisis intervention for suicide, sexual assault, and abuse. The crisis hotline is available 24 hours a day, and no problem is too big or small to be heard.
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By BENNIE SCARTON JR., Observer staff 07/05/13 / Environment / History / People & Places /
A lot of residents in the City of Manassas are glad to see that the historic 9300 Prescott Ave. House has been saved from being torn down and will be remodeled. Hugh Ickrath, a neighbor two doors down and two other investors had managed to buy the decaying eyesore at the last hour at a short sale before a demolition crew was to arrive.
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By BENNIE SCARTON JR., Observer staff 07/03/13 / Education / History / People & Places /
Members of the Brentsville High School Class of 1954 "want to make sure the building is not destroyed and" are preparing a petition to present to the Prince William County School Board that it be preserved," according to Helen Graves, a member of the class.
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By TERRI L. ERWIN-FITZ, Observer staff 07/02/13 / People & Places /
For Prince William County, Manassas and Manassas Park residents who want to experience July 4th festivities beyond the local communities, here is information about patriotic activities in other areas including people and pet parades, duck races, BBQ contest, musical salutes and fireworks.
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By TERRI L. ERWIN-FITZ, Observer staff 07/01/13 / People & Places /
Independence Day is the highlight of the summer. Whether you want a small town gathering of fireworks or a full day of festivities there are plenty in our area from which to choose. Check back tomorrow for more listings.
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By ROSE MURPHY, Observer staff 06/28/13 / Local Government / People & Places /
A request from Pete Candland to county staff for information on the new county logo was about to cost him $350 to $500 recently, Reece Collins, a Candland staff member, reported June 19. Candland, a Republican, represents Gainesville District on Prince William Board of County Supervisors.
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