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.

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.

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.

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.

The initial Police search for Lyle Foster, III, the missing/endangered adult, last reported seen on June 10, 2013 on Hood Road in the Georgetown South area of Manassas, was suspended at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. City police asked the public to keep an eye out for the 5-foot tall man who is legally blind and has difficulty walking.

Registered voters can vote tomorrow, June 11th, in the Democratic Primary to choose a candidate for attorney general and for lieutenant governor. Polls are open from 6 AM - 7 PM.

A Department of Motor Vehicles mobile office will set up at Nokesville VA Elementary School on Saturday, June 29 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.