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Seatbelt Crackdown Begins | On-Demand Rides Change Commutes | Church Erases Debt for Hundreds
Issue #25-148
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In this Go Prince William County, Va Issue…
Hope you got out an enjoyed the weather over the Memorial Day holiday. It is hard to believe that I’m already sending this week’s update…time really flies in the short week!
— Bryan
Quick Bites
County Police Join Statewide Push for Seatbelt Safety Ahead of New Law
Prince William County Police are participating in the statewide “Click It or Ticket” campaign through June 1, 2025, increasing patrols to enforce seatbelt laws. The initiative promotes seatbelt use as a critical safety measure. Starting July 1, new laws will require all backseat passengers over 18 to wear seatbelts. The campaign is part of the statewide Smart, Safe and Sober program aimed at reducing traffic injuries and deaths. (PWC)
On-Demand Rides Reshape Transportation in Prince William
OmniRide’s fare-free micro-transit service, OmniRide Connect, is expanding in Prince William County. Currently operating in Quantico-Triangle/Dumfries and Manassas Park, the service offers on-demand rides through a mobile app or phone call. It's aimed at improving access in hard-to-reach neighborhoods and replacing underperforming bus routes. Future zones include Lake Ridge and parts of the Brentsville District, with funding potentially bolstered by a proposed commercial and industrial tax. The service has seen increasing ridership and state support, signaling strong community demand and operational success. (Inside NoVa)
Hundreds Freed From Debt Thanks to Prince William Church Initiative
MOTIV8 Church in Prince William County raised $15,000 to eliminate $1.5 million in medical debt for local families. By purchasing debt portfolios from collection agencies, the church forgave the balances, helping hundreds without requiring any action from recipients. The initiative reflects a broader effort to use community resources for impactful relief, as millions nationwide continue to struggle with medical debt. (Patch)
Upcoming Local Events
May 23 - Friday Conservation Corps, Broad Run 8:30-11:30 AM
May 30 – Prince William 4-H Outdoor Challenge Hike, Bristow 6:30-8 PM
May 30 – Family Movie in the Park: Mufasa – The Lion King, Woodbridge 8:30-10:30 PM
May 31 – Dumpster Day Area Cleanup & Paper Shred, Woodbridge 10 AM - 2 PM
May 31 – LEGO Club, Woodbridge 10 AM - 5 PM
May 31 – Book Clubs, Woodbridge 10 AM - 7:30 PM
May 31 – Mobile Library, Woodbridge 10 AM - 5 PM
May 31 – Reading to Dogs, Woodbridge 10 AM - 5 PM
May 31 – Child ID/Cruiser Display, Woodbridge 12-4 PM
June 1 – Dale City Farmers Market, Dale City 8 AM - 1 PM
Weather
Friday
76 🌡️ 58 | ⛈️PM | 67% |💨 E 8 mph
Saturday
75 🌡️ 53 | 🌨️ | 43% |💨 WNW 12 mph
Sunday
72 🌡️ 54 | 🌥️ | 21% |💨 WNW 7 mph
Nightlife, Libations & Live Music
05/30/25 - Friday
Gainesville | 🎶 | Blue Ridge Seafood | Bryant McGregor & The Super Blues | 6–9 PM
Gainesville | 🎶 | Sunshine Ridge Farm | Matt Waller | 5–8 PM
Gainesville | 🎶 | CraftWorx Taproom | Flying Ivories | 7-9 PM
Haymarket | 🎶 | Trouvaille Brewing Co. | Andrew Lane | 6-9 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Sinistral Brewing Co. | Chauncey Fortune | 7–10 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | theYARD | Kevin Koa | 2-6 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Eavesdrop Brewery | Working Man’s Band | 6-9 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Heritage Brewing Co. | Suzie & Stephen Acoustic | 6-9 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | theYARD | Screaming Monkeys | 6:30-10:30 PM
Occoquan | 🎶 | Madigan’s Waterfront | Made in the USA Band | 8:30-11:30 PM
Woodbridge | 🎶 | Electric Palm Restaurant | Chaotic Blonde | 8 PM
Woodbridge | 🎤 | The Harbour Grille | Karaoke with DJ Havok | 8 PM - 12 AM
Woodbridge | 🎶 | Water’s End Brewery | Jordan Frank | 6-9 PM
05/31/25 - Saturday
Gainesville | 🎶 | CraftWorx Taproom | Lula Grace McCain | 4-7 PM
Gainesville | 🎶 | Sunshine Ridge Farm | Scott Kurt | 5-8 PM
Haymarket | 🎶 | The Winery at La Grange | Brian Franke | 2-5 PM
Haymarket | 🎶 | The Farm Brewery | On Tap Band | 6-9 PM
Haymarket | 🎶 | Trouvaille Brewing Co. | Ryan Blaine | 6-9 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | theYARD | Neel Madan | 11 AM - 2 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Sinistral Brewing Co. | Christopher Rall & Bill Bowman | 7–10 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Eavesdrop Brewery | Decibel Therapy Band | 3-6 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Heritage Brewing Co. | Burd Boonyoo | 2-5 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Heritage Brewing Co. | Flying Ivories | 6-9 PM
Manassas Park | 🎶 | Preston’s Pub | Adult Prom | 7:30 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | theYARD | Lenny Burridge | 2:30-6:30 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | theYARD | 7 Deadlies | 6:30-10:30 PM
Occoquan | 💃🏻🕺🏽| Madigans | Line Dancing with W.I.L.D. | 8-11 PM
Occoquan | 🎶 | Mill Street Draft Garden | Jeremiah Prophett duo | 5 PM
Woodbridge | 🎶 | Electric Palm Restaurant | SoHo Down | 8 PM
Woodbridge | 🎶 | The Harbour Grille | Badlands Band | 8-11:30 PM
06/01/25 - Sunday
Gainesville | 🎶 | Blue Ridge Seafood | Just Lonesome | 3–6 PM
Gainesville | 🎶 | Sunshine Ridge Farm | Surfabilly Vibe | 3–6 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | 2 Silos Brewing | Katelyn Christine | 12-3:30 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | theYARD | Jonathan Brown | 4-7 PM
Manassas | 🎶 | Sinistral Brewing Co. | Andrew O’Day | 2–5 PM
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