VDOT Prepares Roadways For Freezing Rain

Virginia Department of Transportation crews in northern Virginia are preparing the roadways for the Monday morning commute and freezing rain event, which could end up being a dangerous combination.

Most Federal Employees Cleared to Come to Work Late Monday

Federal government recommends its workers stay off the roadway until 9 a.m. on Monday.

DMV Accident Records Available Online

New database is available for public use.

Dog Licenses Due By February

Dogs four months and older living in Manassas Park and Prince William County all dogs must be licensed by Feb. 1.

Manassas Park School Officials Tell State Lawmakers What They Really Want

Virginia lawmakers went back to Richmond this month with a list of priorities and positions from Manassas Park City Schools educators.

Kaine, Allen Weigh In On Marshall's Run for U.S. Senate

Kaine campaign contrasts Allen vs. Marshall

McDonnell, Task Force Announce Legislation to Eliminate State Mandates

The task force's initial plan, released Monday, targets education mandates with 20 of the 61 recommendations focused on the subject. The other 41 mandates recommended for elimination are in various areas of government.

Conservative Del. Marshall Enters Senate Race

Prince William County General Assembly member will challenge Allen for Republican nomination for U.S. Senate seat.

Virginia Education Makes the Grade

Virginia ranks number four in the nation in overall educational quality and performance.

City Plans Two Public Hearings on Changes to Comprehensive Plan

Two public hearings concerning an update to the land use chapter of Manassas Park’s Comprehensive Plan are scheduled for this month.

City’s Credit Rating Can Either Go Up, or Down from Here

Credit rating can be improved if certain steps are taken.

Manassas Park's Credit Rating Dropped by Moody's

High debt burden and narrow reserves cited as reasons for downgrade by Moody's Investor Service.

Business Leaves Manassas Park After 12 Years, Lawmakers Focus on Business Incentives

Backyard America is relocating to Fredricksburg from Manassas Park this month. The move comes at a time when Manassas Park officials are trying to get and keep businesses in the city.

City of Manassas Park Could Pay Less to VRE, Riders Could Pay More

New VRE track in Spotsylvania County leads to projected decrease in the amount of money city will pay to VRE, while federal and state budget cuts could lead to a three percent fare increase in July.

UPDATED: Public Hearing on Schools FY2013 Budget Planned for This Week

Manassas Park City Schools administrators are continuing their quest for the public's opinion on the school division’s budget for Fiscal Year 2013.

Manassas Park Council Discusses Idea of Selling Fire Apparatus to Manassas

The Manassas Park Governing Body discussed the pros and cons of selling the fire departments quint. It also discussed the long-term loaning of fire equipment to the jurisdictions.

Poll: What's the Best Route from MP to Arlington?

Ok you seasoned commuters: What's the best way to get to work in Arlington (Courthouse) from Manassas Park?

New Garbage Collection Times in City Begin Next Week

Patriot Disposal will begin collecting solid waste in Manassas Park next week. The American Disposal Contract ends Dec. 31.

Manassas Park Property Values Appreciate, Foreclosures Decrease

Foreclosure numbers in Manassas Park decline.

City Council Makes Efforts to Reduce City's Dependency on Residential Taxes

The Manassas Park Governing Body discussed an ordinance Tuesday night that would redistrict three areas of the city to encourage businesses to expand and build in the city.

UPDATED: Manassas Park Schools to get $250,000 From State, Enacts Bullying Prevention Month

The Manassas Park School Board passed a resolution to make January Bullying Prevention Month and is expected to get $250,000 in state funding by the end of the school year.

Dec. 20 City Council Agenda

City Council to discuss new solid waste contract other items on Tuesday at 7 p.m.

Should Texting While Driving Be Banned?

NTSB says US should clamp down on communicating in moving cars.

VDOT Increases Snow Removal Budget Following ‘Commute-a-geddon’

VDOT budgeted $55 million to keep Northern Virginia roads cleared of snow this winter.

Railroad Crossing Improvement Project Awaiting Approval

The project will take three months to complete and is a prerequisite for the end of train horns sounding as the engines approach the Manassas Drive crossing near the Virgina Railway Express stop.

Conner Drive Extension Project Waiting for Financial Approval

City hopes the project can begin by summer.

VDOT Backlog Delays Euclid Sidewalk Plans

The city is waiting to see if it will receive funds from the Safe Routes to School Grant before construction can begin.

Council Approves 5-Year Financial Plan That Calls for Tightened Purse Strings

City Council voted in favor of a resolution to adopt a five-year financial plan designed to restore the city’s waning general fund balance and put Manassas Park back on solid economic ground.

Schools Want Public Input for 2013 Budget, Plans Sessions for Residents

The Manassas Park City Schools school board and administrators are planning several community input sessions to get residents' comments and opinions on the Fiscal Year 2013 budget.

Planning Commission Wants to Use Signs to Make City a Destination

The Planning Commission meeting will hold a public hearing in January. The date has yet to be determined.

City Light Parade, Santa Fire and Police Visit This Week

Santa to visit every street in Manassas Park on Saturday before 5:45 p.m. light parade.

City Discusses Refinancing Loans, Negative General Fund Balance

Manassas Park city officials are considering refinancing some of its loans.They are also considering moving city schools money into the city's general fund to bring it out of the red.

Governing Body Calls Special Meeting for Friday

City Council to discuss the performance of a specific public officer, legal matters.

Donation Website Created for Family Affected by Housing Violation

Update on family displaced after discovering they rented a place that was illegal under Manassas Park's housing code.

New Manassas Park City Hall, Parking Facility Proposed

Local engineering firm aspires to build new city hall and parking garage that it says will bring jobs and business to Manassas Park.

Housing Code Violation May Result in Homelessness for Manassas Park Family

Christina Chmino said she and her girlfriend rented a room in Manassas Park, not knowing that's illegal in a single family residence zoned for single families.

EDA Discusses Tax Incentives for Businesses in City Center

Proposal offers tax breaks to new businesses that meet specific goals around City Center.

City Council Wants Delegate, Senator to Work to Improve Route 28

Traffic on Route 28 tops the legislative agenda city council said it plans to present to Del. Bob Marshall and Sen. Charles Colgan.

VIDEO: Humor Makes Harmony: City, School Officials Use Laughter to Build Trust

Morning workshop purposed to heal apparent rift between city officials and school division.

Prince William County Carries Marshall to Victory

Del. Bob Marshall won 60 percent of the votes in Prince William County but he only squeaked by his opponent in Manassas Park.