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Laptop battery causes apartment fire in Manassas, officials say

More than $40,000 worth of damage done to Manassas apartment.

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City of Manassas wants to study antiquated industrial zoning laws

A request from a Muslim group about a land purchase prompts city-wide examination.

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All Va. students to use computers for standardized tests

Virginia is leading the way in moving to online testing.

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Loudoun and Fauquier sports announcements

Teams and leagues seek players and coaches; listings for sports clinics, camps and tournaments

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Prince William County news in brief

Sequestration takes a toll on Prince William Forest Park

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Prince William County adopt a pet

(PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER)

Wiley (SAR 168) is available for adoption.

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Prince William County community calendar, May 19-25, 2013

Wildlife walk, farmers markets, history tours, art exhibits, plays, concerts and more.

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Prince William sports announcements

Officials and players of all ages are sought in all fields

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Prince William County health calendar

Health events and support group meetings in the coming weeks.

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Cuccinelli must say whether he’d still be tea party warrior as governor

(Steve Helber / AP)

Virginia voters must learn whether GOP firebrand Cuccinelli would moderate agenda as governor.

 

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Cancer survivor Gabriella Miller, 10, is Loudoun County volunteer of year

The fourth-grader helped raise enough money to send 36 children on Make-A-Wish trips. And she's on one herself now.

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On Roosevelt Island, no trash cans -- and no trash

Is the concept of removing trash cans to cut down on trash working? Early signs point to yes, parks officials say.

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Virginia postpones action on North-South highway through Loudoun, Prince William

After hearing concerns from Rep. Frank Wolf, state board delays vote on Bi-County Parkway to June.

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Oakton's John Cochran wins 'Survivor' show, and $1 million

Longtime fan of the show wins a unanimous verdict on his second attempt.

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