On Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024 members of the community are invited to join members of the Prince William Board of County Supervisors and others in a remembrance ceremony to honor and remember those who died during the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001. The ceremony will take place at 9:30 a.m. at the 9/11 Liberty Memorial Fountain, 1 County Complex Ct, Woodbridge, Va.

The 80th anniversary of D-Day reminds us of a fundamental truth — that the United States of America has for generations been a beacon of hope for millions living under tyranny.

Citizen involvement in our government is common now, But 250 years ago, when our country was being organized, citizen involvement was uncommon. PW Office of Historic Preservation has organized a family-friendly day of activities next Saturday, June 8, to underscore the historical importance of the Prince William Resolves as a momentous step toward formation of the United States government.

Memorial Day will again be commemorated at four special ceremonies hosted by the Virginia Department of Veterans Services (DVS) on Monday, May 27, 2024. All the events listed are free and the public is encouraged to attend.

The Virginia War Memorial is offering two professional development opportunities for Virginia educators during June and July 2024. These 2024 Summer Teacher Institutes are free and open to all educators from throughout the Commonwealth and are tailored to those teaching middle and high school students.

Said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “In rescuing America’s most historic home and pioneering the preservation space, the Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association embodies what it means to uplift the spirit of Virginia, and we thank them for their past and ongoing efforts.”

The City of Fredericksburg and the University of Mary Washingtonreport that the Fredericksburg Civil Rights Trail has been added to the national collection of landmarks that make up the U.S. Civil Rights Trail.

Flags are at half-staff until sunset today, Nov. 21, in memory of and respect for former Richmond mayor and U.S. Representative Thomas J. Bliley, Jr. who had a life in public service from 1970 to 2003.