prince william county: Where Do I Walk My Dog? - 07/31/08 05:49 PM
These are pictures of the new "green" America. Just wait until those trees grow in the non-existent front yard. Of course, the only things growing in the rear are trash cans and air conditioners. Owners had better hope they and their across-the-driveway neighbor don't back out simultaneously.
Forget walking the
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prince william county: Keeping "Guardian Angels" Busy and Happy in Woodbridge VA - 07/29/08 12:10 PM
If you live in Woodbridge your task is easy. There is nothing better for a "Guardian Angel" than to enjoy all that 3 great park systems have to offer them and their charges in the Woodbridge area. Our national, state and county parks are excellent
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prince william county: Westridge Woodbridge VA Detached Home Market Report - 07/27/08 10:11 PM
WESTRIDGE A premier eastern Prince William County subdivision. One of the salient features is that there is an elementary school in the community. The pool, tennis courts and community center are well
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prince william county: Come To The Occoquan Craft Show 9/27 and 9/28 - 07/27/08 08:41 PM
The Fall 2008 Occoquan Craft Show will be on September 27 to 28. Both Mill and Commerce Streets will be alive with arts and craft vendors as well as food vendors. Of course, the Occoquan shops and restaurants will be open as well.
The craft show draws large crowds
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prince william county: Field of Dreams - What Have We Done To It Since 1989? - 07/27/08 05:51 PM
If you saw the movie Field of Dreams in 1989 you will never forget what an important role a cornfield on an Iowa farm played. It reminded me of my paternal grandparents farm in Illinois and my maternal grandparents farm in South Dakota. The crops were different, but the broad expanses
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prince william county: Occoquan Craft Show - A Major Prince William County Event - 07/25/08 10:44 AM
Historic Occoquan has two craft shows each year (Spring and Fall). The next craft show will be held on September 27 and 28, 2008. Both Mill and Commerce Streets will be alive with arts and craft vendors as well as food vendors. Of course, the Occoquan shops and restaurants will be
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prince william county: Dixie Bones - On The Village Green at Belmont Bay - 07/21/08 04:55 PM
Dixie Bones, the home of good Southern cooking and Barbeque is taking all that goodeness to the OCCOQUAN RIVER FESTIVAL.
They'll be at the Village Green in Belmont Bay from 11:30 AM until 3:30 PM on Sunday, July 27,2008. Their delicious barbeque and fixins' will be for sale. Additionally, while you are enjoying
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prince william county: Is There a Ferry From Fairfax to Belmont Bay? - 07/21/08 11:57 AM
This is a copy of a 17th century map of the Belmont Bay area of Prince William County where a ferry crossed from Belmont Bay to Colchester (Harbor View) in Fairfax County. Potomac Path was the first north-south route through Virginia. It started in Boston and terminated in Williamsburg. After
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prince william county: Is There Priority Seating At The Occoquan River Festival? - 07/21/08 10:32 AM
Yes and it's for the birds!! There are numerous pilings at marinas, parks, yacht clubs and moorings at homes along the Occoquan River. We are fortunate to live along the shoreline of both the Potomac and Occoquan Rivers. While they provide our drinking water and recreational opportunities they also contain wetlands and an
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prince william county: What's The Best Way to Get To And From Belmont Bay and Occoquan? - 07/21/08 10:31 AM
Actually, there are several best ways to get to and from Occoquan and Belmont Bay.
First is by riding the sleek trains of the VIRGIiNIA RAILWAY EXPRESS. Just click on the Woodbridge station link for a location map and schedules. There is a multi-level parking garage. The station sits at the entrance to
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prince william county: These Old Bones Live On in Occoquan - 07/21/08 05:16 AM
The House at 406 Mill Street in Occoquan was built in 1750 - it is the oldest residence in the historic town of Occoquan on the Occoquan River. At one time it was a residence for prominent local "personages". Residents
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prince william county: Ospreys at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge near Belmont Bay - 07/19/08 03:01 PM
This morning I was taking photos of the Occoquan and Belmont Bay areas and decided to drive into the Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge. I came upon an Osprey's nest (not that unusual along the shoreline of the Occoquan and Potomac Rivers), but this one was different. There
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prince william county: "Knock on Wood" in Woodbridge VA - a Unique Furniture Store - 07/15/08 11:47 AM
With a 22,000 square showroom Knock on Wood is the largest "Wood Only" furniture retailer in the mid-Atlantic states. It is located at 14431 Jefferson Davis Highway, Woodbridge, VA 22191.
The firm employs 10 people and is open 7 days a week. Their telephone number is 703-491-6849.
There are several
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prince william county: Is There a Farmer's Market in Woodbridge VA? - 07/13/08 03:40 PM
Yes there is - it is located in the Commuter Parking Lot at the corner of Dale Boulevard and Minnieville Road in Dale City. It is open Sunday from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
In addition to fresh fruits, vegetables and baked goods there are vendors selling a variety of
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prince william county: How Do You Know When You're in Prince William County VA? - 07/12/08 09:28 AM
Interstate 95 is the main North/South route in the eastern US. Just south of the Nation's Capital you will see the sign shown here. That's it - you are in Prince William County, Virginia. Potomac Mills is one of the largest enclosed discount malls on the east coast.
The two
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prince william county: THREE MAJOR CLUB STORES IN WOODBRIDGE VA - 07/12/08 08:39 AM
It is not at all unusual for a medium size community to have one of the 3 major membership shopping clubs (BJ's, Costco and Sam's Club), but Woodbridge has all three of them. Interestingly, they are all within less than 10 minutes of each other.
BJ's is located at 14123 Noblewood Plaza, Woodbridge,
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prince william county: AN OLD FASHIONED FAMILY RUN HARDWARE STORE IN WOODBRIDGE VA - 07/12/08 08:36 AM
This store in the Glendale Plaza on Dale Boulevard has survived the arrival of The Home Depot and Lowe's even though they are less than 10 minutes away.
It is a hardware store of the type you remember before the hardware super stores came to town. When you go into Pitkins
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prince william county: THE APPLIANCE CONNECTION - FAMILY OWNED IN WOODBRIDGE VA - 07/12/08 08:33 AM
At 22,000 square feet it is the largest appliance retail store in the mid-Atlantic states and has been in operation for 20 years. Owners Mark and Pam Tonnesen continue to improve service to the public with continual emphasis on improving operations and product lines sold
Altjough their primary
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prince william county: MUSIC AT THE MARINA, LEESYLVANIA STATE PARK, WOODBRIDGE, PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VA - 07/11/08 08:55 PM
Leesylvania State Park2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Dr.,Woodbridge, VA 22191-4504
Leesylvania opened in 1992. The area is known as Freestone Point, referring to the sandstone early settlers took from the property for building. Henry Lee III (Light Horse Harry) was born here at what was then Leesylvania Plantation. This Revolutionary War hero
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prince william county: THE PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY RESIDENT'S "STAYCATION" - 07/08/08 09:07 PM
One of the reasons we have enjoyed our 25 years in Prince William County is the variety of reasonably priced or free recreational opportunities that are available.
There is something happening each and every day of the week for every age group regardless of their interests. It makes no
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prince william county: CAN WE DRINK THE WATER IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY? - 07/07/08 01:29 PM
That is a question many newcomers ask. After all, news organizations around the country occasionally report impurities in local or regional water systems. Those of us in Eastern Prince William County have been drinking our water with confidence for many years.
The Occoquan, Woodbridge, Dumfries and Triangle Service Area of the Prince
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prince william county: JULY CONCERT IN WOODBRIDGE, PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY, VA - 07/07/08 08:36 AM
THE OLD BRIDGE CHAMBER ORCHESTRA was founded in 1999. It is a musician-run group that is dedicated to providing concert for residents of Eastern Prince William County.
The orchestra performs regularly at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church on Valleywood Drive in Lake Ridge. The size of the orchestra and
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prince william county: OCCOQUAN RIVER FESTIVAL JULY 27, 2008 - 07/07/08 08:34 AM
One of the highlights of this year for those of us who live along the Occoquan River is the upcoming Occoquan River Festival on July 27. The event commemorates the 400 year anniversary of John Smith's exploration of Chesapeake Bay and the watershed including the Occoquan River.
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prince william county: WOODBRIDGE AND DUMFRIES VA COMMUTING (Part 3) - 06/26/08 08:36 PM
The newest and most comprehensive commuting option available to Woodbridge and Dumfries residents is the Virginia Railway Express. There are 3 stations currently operating with a 4th planned. The 3 are Woodbridge, Rippon and Quantico.
The links to each of these stations provide complete information regarding parking, schedules,
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prince william county: WOODBRIDGE AND DUMFRIES VA COMMUTING (Part 2) - 06/23/08 08:58 PM
The Woodbridge area of Prince William County has numerous commuting options. One of the most efficient is bus service operated by the Potomac Rapid Transit Company.
The company provides 4 levels of srevice. Unless you are as familiar with Prince William County as I am (a 22 year resident) you may
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prince william county: WOODBRIDGE AND DUMFRIES VA COMMUTING (Part 1) - 06/23/08 04:41 PM
There are many reasons the Woodbridge area of Prince William County is home to so many military families. This is the first in a series that will highlight those reasons. Each part of the series will discuss a specific element of commuting, housing, schools, recreation, shopping and all the many factors
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prince william county: ARE SCHOOLS AN IMPORTANT PURCHASING CONSIDERATION? - 04/09/08 09:55 AM
The majority of purchasers consider price, location, condition, features, transportation, shopping and recreation when deciding which home to purchase. Not all purchasers are concerned about school quality, but they should be!!!!
The fact that you do not have children or do not plan to have children is not a consideration.
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prince william county: BUBBA MOVED OUT!!! LOOK WHO'S MOVING IN THIS YEAR - 03/30/08 04:37 PM
ONCE UPON A TIME (defined as 1976 when Arthur and I became real estate agents) Prince William County was considered the low income entry level area for housing in Northern Virginia, It was not at all unusual in the Fall to see deer carcasses hanging from front or backyard trees. Similarly, many pickup trucks had rifle
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prince william county: YOU KNOW IT'S A GOOD WEEK IN DC IF - 03/29/08 09:12 AM
Congress doesn't pass any laws that spend your money wastefully or limit your freedom. To the best of my knowledge it's been such a week. This weekend in our nation's capital is very eventful and none of it required an Act of Congress. Today marks the opening of the NATIONAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL a two week
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prince william county: MONTCLAIR TOWN HOMES MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/26/08 09:04 AM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for MONTCLAIR. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much
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prince william county: MONTCLAIR DETACHED HOMES MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/26/08 08:52 AM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for MONTCLAIR. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much
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prince william county: DALE CITY DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/24/08 02:24 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for DALE CITY 22193. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you
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prince william county: DALE CITY TOWNHOME MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/24/08 02:23 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for DALE CITY 22193. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you
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prince william county: WESTRIDGE TOWN HOME MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/20/08 03:25 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for WESTRIDGE. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much
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prince william county: MONTCLAIR TOWN HOME MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/20/08 03:14 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for MONTCLAIR. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much
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prince william county: MONTCLAIR DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/20/08 02:58 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for MONTCLAIR. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much
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prince william county: WINDING CREEK DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/20/08 02:38 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for WINDING CREEK. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a
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prince william county: PORT POTOMAC TOWN HOME MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/20/08 02:17 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for PORT POTOMAC. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a
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prince william county: PORT POTOMAC DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/20/08 01:57 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for PORT POTOMAC. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a
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prince william county: LAKE RIDGE WOODBRIDGE VA MARKET REPORT FEBRUARY 2008 - 03/19/08 07:56 AM
This is one of the market reports I publish for LAKE RIDGE 22192. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much more realistic
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prince william county: THE ENVELOPE PLEASE - AND THE WINNER IS - 03/16/08 03:18 PM
PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY The February sales results are out. The analysis below shows clearly that Prince William County detached homes are the "best buy" in Northern Virginia. The buying public has responded to the fact that home prices in Prince William County are lower than the other jurisdictions, explaining why the
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prince william county: EASTERN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY PARKS, POOLS, GOLF, MARINAS, FISHING, ETC) - 03/15/08 04:05 PM
Eastern Prince William area residents are fortunate in that there are both county, state and national parks available for recreation. Additionally, they are extremely convenient with a minimum amount of travel. Many of the subdivisions also have their own pools and tennis courts.
POOLS, FITNESS,
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prince william county: Y'ALL COME - THE DATES ARE SET - 3/27 to 4/3 - 03/07/08 02:22 PM
That is the official prediction as to when the cherry blossoms will be at peak in the National Capital Area. The National Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates the 1912 gift of 3,000 cherry trees to Washington, DC by the mayor of Tokyo to celebrate the continuing good relations between the two cultures.By 1915
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prince william county: SUMMER FUN IN LAKE RIDGE - 03/05/08 09:13 PM
The annual Lake Ridge Yard Sale is comming soon - May 10th to be precise from 8 AM to Noon at the LRPRA Parking Lot on Oakwood DriveThis is an excellent opportunity to buy and sell items with other community members. You can rent a space in the parking lot for $10. The yard sale
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prince william county: LAKE RIDGE CLUBS AND CO-SPONSORED PROGRAMS - 03/05/08 08:13 PM
Now that winter is in the rear view mirror it is time to remember there are many interesting clubs in our community. Actually, they are not only warm weather activities, but since Spring is a time of renewal you may want to consider joing a club. One of the more interesting aspects
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prince william county: THE ANNUAL LAKE RIDGE EGGSTRAVAGANZA - 03/05/08 01:08 PM
One of the very attractive features about the Lake Ridge community is that the Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation Association regularly schedules events for children of all ages including teens. The next event will be the Eggstravaganza to be held on Saturday, March 22, 2008 at 9 AM sharp at the LRPRA Office
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prince william county: 2008 LAKE RIDGE TEEN JOB FAIR - 03/04/08 03:31 PM
The school season does not end for three more months, but it is not too early to search for summer employment. Lake Ridge Middle School on Mohican Road will host the Lake Ridge Parks and Recreation Association's 4th ANNUAL JOB FAIR Saturday April 5, 2008 from 10 AM to 2 PM. It will be an
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prince william county: LET'S GO TROUT FISHING IN A LAKE RIDGE POOL - 03/04/08 02:53 PM
The title is not a typo and I haven't been "in the sauce". The Lake Ridge Park and Recreational Association is stocking the Ridgewood Pool with 700 rainboat trout. It will be fished out between March 14 from Noon until dusk, on March 15 from 2:00 PM until dusk and on March 16 from 8:00 AM
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prince william county: CAN I FLOAT MY BOAT IN LAKE RIDGE? - 03/04/08 02:20 PM
Yes, and there are many, many options Lake Parks and Recreation Association has a boat ramp at the end of Foothill Drive for residents. It provides direct access to the Occoquan Reservoir. A key to the ramp can be obtained at the administration office on Oakwood Drive and there is a one key limit per household.Boats pwered
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prince william county: DO PEOPLE HAVE AFFAIRS IN LAKE RIDGE? - 03/04/08 01:06 PM
People have them quite regularly since there are two Community Centers available for rental in Lake Ridge Canterbury Woods Center 12184 Chauce Lane The kitchen is equipped with a sink, compact refrigerator, four countertop burners and a microwave, but no oven. 7 six foot tables and 60 folding chairs are included in the rental
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prince william county: BUS - A MAJOR PLAYER IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA TRANSPORTATION - 02/28/08 09:16 PM
Every day thousands of Northern Virginiansuse TRAINS METRORAIL and CARPOOLS to commute to work. Since these systems are modern, efficient, well maintained and cost effective they enjoy continued growth. Virginia Railway Express, METRORAIL and Carpools are not always easily accessible to commuters and they most certainly are not practical for intracity travel HERE COMES THE BUS !!!!
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prince william county: EXPLOSIVE TRAINING SCHEDULED AT MCB QUANTICO - 02/23/08 11:53 AM
This morning's edition of the Potomac News and Manassas Journal-Messenger notified the public that Marines at Marine Corps Base Quantico will be doing explosive training. It will be a five day exercise from February 25 to February 29 during the hours of 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Since our windows are closed at
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prince william county: WHERE DID THE WOODBRIDGE AIRPORT GO? - 02/22/08 03:32 PM
The Woodbridge Airport opened for business in 1959. At the time it was in the "middle of nowhere" on the north side of Old Bridge Road just east of Smoketown Road.It was considered a difficult airport since there were trees at either end of the 2,246' runway with a substantial
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prince william county: ROLLINGWOOD VILLAGE Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 02/04/08 07:43 PM
There are 271 Detached Homes and 503 Town Homes in this Ryan Homes community. It is located on both sides of Smoketown Road at Minnieville Road. When the community was engineered it was done in such a way that sections with both home styles are integrated into the subdivision - there is
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prince william county: LAKE RIDGE Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 02/04/08 04:21 PM
With more than 7,500 homes Lake Ridge is the largest Planned Unit Development in Prince William County. Property selections include condominiums, town homes, detached homes, apartments and senior residences to meet a broad variety of requirements.
There are five pools, seven tennis courts and two community centers. The
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prince william county: LAKESIDE - Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 01/27/08 04:53 PM
Lakeside is a community of 483 town homes located on The Prince William Parkway between Minnieville and Smoketown Roads. There are both garage and non-garage units. Lakeside is in an extremely convenient location for commuting, shopping, schools and recreation. The location is approximately 10 minutes to TWO PARK and RIDE lots. At both locations
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prince william county: FOREST VISTA Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 01/22/08 01:36 PM
Forest Vista is a community of 58 homes about 6 years old in one of the most convenient locations in Prince William County. Within 10 minutes from home you have access to PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY COMMUTER BUS and SLUG LINES at Tacketts Mill. If these commuter options are not viable you can drive and park at the
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prince william county: SYCAMORE RIDGE Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 01/22/08 01:11 PM
Sycamore Ridge is a community of 42 newer homes in one of the most convenient locations in Prince William County. As soon as you exit the subdivision and turn right on Minnieville Road you are at the Tackett's Mill Commuter Parking Lot at Minnieville and Old Bridge Roads. Within 5 minutes from home you
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prince william county: BROOKE FARM Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 01/22/08 05:23 AM
Brooke Farm is a community of 100 six year old homes in one of the most convenient locations in Prince William County. As soon as you exit the subdivision and turn right on Minnieville Road you are at the Tackett's Mill Commuter Parking Lot at Minnieville and Old Bridge Roads. Within 5
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prince william county: THE OAKLANDS - Manassas Prince William County VA Real Estate - 01/22/08 05:21 AM
The Oaklands homes are approximately 5 years old. They are off Hoadly Road about halfway between The Prince William County Parkway and Dale Boulevard. There are both one and two car models on 7,000 square foot lots. They are either three or four bedrooms homes with anywhere from 2 to 3.5 baths.
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prince william county: CEDAR RUN Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 01/17/08 06:25 PM
Cedar Run is a community of 92 homes that were built in the mid-90's
The average lot size is from .47 to .50 acres.
The finished living area averages 3,000 to 3,400 square feet.
Most recently, homes have been selling
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prince william county: WINDING CREEK Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 01/15/08 02:53 PM
Winding Creek is a community of 400 homes with two entrances on Minnieville Road approximately 5 miles west of I-95. As you can see in the photos they are approximately 10 years old. There are numerous commuting options available within 15 minutes of the homes. Commuter parking is readily accessed at I-95 where you can board Prince
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prince william county: ASHLAND Manassas Prince William County VA Real Estate - 01/15/08 01:55 PM
Ashland is a community of 880 homes with two entrances on Dumfries Road (Route 234) approximately 3 miles west of I-95. As you can see in the photos they are 5 to 10 years old. There are numerous commuting options available within 15 minutes of the homes. Commuter parking is readily accessed at
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prince william county: HUNTER'S RIDGE - Manassas Prince William County VA Real Estate - 01/14/08 06:15 PM
Hunter's Ridge is a community of large homes on 1+ acre lots. The subdivision is located west of Hoadly Road along the Prince William County Parkway. Prices range from $575,000 to $700,000 depending on both the home size and lot size. Hunter's Ridge homes are on both sides of the Parkway and are approximately
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prince william county: ONE OF THE ORIGINAL AWARD WINNING REAL ESTATE TEAMS - 01/06/08 05:07 PM
Real estate teams began to appear in Fairfax County in the late 1990's. My real estate team was formed in 1976 when my husband and I were licensed to sell real estate. We were interviewed by several firms who were unwilling to have us join their organization, because "real estate agents are individualists who work most
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prince william county: ARE YOU BEING ASSIGNED TO QUANTICO? - 01/01/08 03:49 PM
If you are married, your first concern is, "Where are we going to live?" Fortunately, there are numerous, viable options available to you. Additionally, if you purchase a home in Prince William County you will be within 15 to 30 minutes of Quantico without sitting in traffic. The following links to communities close
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prince william county: RIPPON LODGE circa 1725 - 12/30/07 04:01 PM
Rippon Lodge is thought to be the oldest colonial home in Prince William County and quite possibly in Northern Virginia.
It was built about 1725 by Richard Black-burn of Ripon, an old cathedral town in England. Colonel Thomas Blackburn, his son, was a contemporary and fought with George Washington.
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prince william county: FAMILY OWNERSHIP BY THREE GENERATIONS OVER 71 YEARS - 12/19/07 03:48 PM
On December 16, The Potomac News and Manassas Journal Messenger ran a cover story about the J.E.Rice Hardware Store which is located in the Manassas Shopping Center on Mathis Avenue.
Their saying is, "If we don't have it you don't need it or they don't make it."
J.E.Rice, Sr.
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prince william county: ARE REALTORĀ® DESIGNATIONS IMPORTANT TO YOU? - 12/12/07 05:50 PM
The answer to that question depends on who you ask. Licensees who have invested time and money will be more likely to say they are valuable. By the same token, agents who have not invested time and money will usually comment they are of little or no value. I was one of the
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prince william county: MONTCLAIR - Dumfries Prince William County VA Real Estate - 12/09/07 05:59 PM
Montclair is one of the most popular residential subdivisions in easter Prince William County. It is, as the community's website says, "When you recall your hometown, you are bound to think of tree-lined streets, blooming flowers, ample yards, parks for playing and friendly neighbors. For the nostalgic feeling that brings you home,
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prince william county: PORT POTOMAC TOWN HOME NOVEMBER 2007 MARKET REPORT - 12/09/07 05:07 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for PORT POTOMAC. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a
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prince william county: PORT POTOMAC DETACHED HOME NOVEMBER 2007 MARKET REPORT - 12/09/07 05:01 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for PORT POTOMAC. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a
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prince william county: PORT POTOMAC - Woodbridge, Prince William County, Virginia, (VA) - Homes - 12/09/07 03:21 PM
Port Potomac is one of the newest communities in eastern Prince William County. As can be clearly seen on the map it is ideally situated to facilitate commuting. The VRE station at Rippon Landing is approxinately 15 minutes away. Click on the cartoon for schedules There is Omniride bus service at Rt 234 and
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prince william county: SEO or SOI? - 12/01/07 08:05 AM
Over the past 31 years my husband and I have developed a rather substantial Sphere of Influence. We have sold first homes to children of our clients. These buyers were four and five years old when we first met their parents. There is no question Search Engine Optimization is a currently important
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prince william county: WE'VE GOT TWO CENTER STREETS - 11/26/07 02:29 PM
One of them is in Old Town Manassas and one of them is in Occoquan. Since they are both incorporated that doesn't confuse the county government. More importantly, they are both very historical places and their Center Streets are loaded with quaint shops and inviting restaurants. Typical of most "Old Towns" you can stroll
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prince william county: DALE CITY - Woodbridge Prince William County VA Real Estate - 11/26/07 01:11 PM
Dale City was the inspiration of Cecil Dale Hylton and his wife Irene. His firm, Hylton Homes began developing homes in Dale City west of I-95 at the conclusion of World War II. The construction stretched from I-95 west to Hoadly Road.
The pictures at the right and immediately below
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prince william county: TWIN OAKS - 2500 to3000 SQUARE FEET IN PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY - 11/22/07 05:24 PM
The square footage above is for the main and upper levels only - it does not include basement square footage. There are 200 detached homes in Twin Oaks - the first homes were delivered in 1986. One of the features of this subdivision is that the homes are on 1/4 acre lots. New
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prince william county: TOYS FOR TOTS - 11/16/07 10:01 AM
It's that time of the year again when Marine Corps Reserve Units or Marine Corps League Detachments go all out in their mission of providing a NEW TOY for needy children throughout the country. In those parts of the country where there are no Reserve or League units men and women, usually retired
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prince william county: I LOVE A LOCAL PARADE - 11/16/07 09:54 AM
The Old Bridge Road Christmas Parade stepped off at precisely 10:00 AM on Saturday, November 10. There is a lot of community participation in events for children in Prince William County and the parade along the Old Bridge corridor was no exception. I hope you enjoy these pictures as much as I
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prince william county: "HOT" LANES ARE COMING TO I-95/395 - 11/15/07 03:34 PM
WHAT ARE HOT LANES AND WHY DO WE NEED THEM? HOT = HIGH OCCUPANCY TARIFF. WHY IS THERE A NEED? We are the nation's 3rd most congested area.We have the nation's 2nd longest commuteFour - in ten outer suburbs have average commutes of more than 45 minutes.Virginia's residents spend $1.7 billion annually in delays
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prince william county: THIS IS NOT YOUR MOTHER'S LIBRARY - 11/12/07 09:15 AM
And these are not your mother's librarians. For the past two years the Prince William County Public Library Cartwheelers have been the "showstoppers" at local parades. This is one of the many methods Library Director and fellow Rotarian Dick Murphy uses to publicize the library system. They do not ride Harleys like Shriners
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prince william county: LYNWOOD IN LAKE RIDGE - 11/09/07 08:33 AM
The Lynnwood section is an area of homes on 1/2 acre plus lots. There were three home builders in this section of Lake Ridge. They were Calvert Homes, Long Homes and Fairfield Homes. All three have excellent reputations as builders and the homes range in size from 2600 square feet to
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prince william county: MINNIEVILLE ROAD IMPROVEMENTS - 11/08/07 05:48 PM
Relief is under way for those people who have struggled for years with the fact that Minnieville Road dops down to two lanes at Caton Hill Road on your way east. It is equally slow from Old Bridge Road westbound until you reach Caton Hill Road. Those of us who use that stretch of
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prince william county: THE "OFFICIAL" SANTA PARADE IN LAKE RIDGE - 11/06/07 05:31 PM
This Saturday is the 12th Annual Lake Ridge Parade to welcome Santa to eastern Prince William County. While this is not as grand as the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the kids line up along the parade route and enjoy it every bit as much. There will be floats, Junior ROTC units, emergency vehcles,
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prince william county: BEWARE - SHE'S OUT THERE EVERY NIGHT - 11/06/07 06:37 AM
This is is the time of year when Madame Doe goes out for an evening of "dinner and dancing" in the search for "Mr. Right". Here in Prince William County we have many thousands of acres of parkland - federal, state and county. Additionally, we have many new roads that go through
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prince william county: SOME HOMEOWNERS CAN BE VERY OFFENSIVE - 11/05/07 08:05 PM
The very cute homeowner at the right can become very "offensive" if challenged or threatened. It is one of the many different residents that live in Prince William Forest Park which is a 15,000 acre National Park located in Eastern Prince William County. 37 miles of hiking trails 21 miles of bicycle-accessible
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prince william county: THEY'RE STILL WORKIN' ON THE RAILROAD - 11/05/07 05:01 AM
Manassas has a rich heritage and the rairoad has played an important part in that heritage. The Orange and Alexandria Railroad from Alexandria to Gordonsville was completed in 1850. Both sides in the Civil War coveted control of the railroad line and much of the track structure was destroyed. Over the
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prince william county: COSMOPOLITAN? YES, BUT WE STILL EAT GRITS - 11/05/07 05:00 AM
When we moved to Prince William County in 1982 the first restaurant you encountered after you crossed the Occoquan River over the US1 bridge was Lums. That relic of the 1970's operated well into the late 90's. Those of you who ever patronized a Lums will recall its' most notable decor was the faux
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prince william county: RIVER FALLS MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/05/07 04:57 AM
Currently, there are 11 homes for sale in River Falls. The Average List Price is $1,009,381 The Lowest List Price is $724,900 The Highest List Price is $1,499,999 One home sold in October 2007 It was located at 4374 Windermere Place The original list price was $1,625,000 The list price at the time of sale was $1,399,000 The home sold for $1,350,000 CONTACT ME for assistance
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prince william county: MONTCLAIR TOWN HOME MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/01/07 05:45 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for MONTCLAIR. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much
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prince william county: MONTCLAIR DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/01/07 05:40 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for MONTCLAIR. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much
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prince william county: DALE CITY TOWN HOME MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/01/07 05:35 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for DALE CITY. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a
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prince william county: DALE CITY DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/01/07 05:25 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for DALE CITY. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a
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prince william county: OLD BRIDGE ESTATES TOWN HOME MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/01/07 04:47 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for OLD BRIDGE ESTATES. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you
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prince william county: OLD BRIDGE ESTATES DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/01/07 04:42 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for OLD BRIDGE ESTATES. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you
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prince william county: WESTRIDGE TOWN HOME MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/01/07 04:35 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for Westridge. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much
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prince william county: WESTRIDGE DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/01/07 04:31 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for Westridge. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a much
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prince william county: LAKE RIDGE TOWN HOME MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/01/07 04:18 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for Lake Ridge. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a
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prince william county: LAKE RIDGE DETACHED HOME MARKET REPORT OCTOBER 2007 - 11/01/07 04:12 PM
This is one of the market reports I publish on a monthly basis for Lake Ridge. Many REALTORS® prepare a report for all of Prince William County or Northern Virginia. In my opinion, that covers too broad an area to be meaningful. I do believe my approach will give you a
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prince william county: YOU KNOW YOU'RE HOT STUFF WHEN - 10/29/07 04:13 PM
You drive through a local shopping center and see a sign announcing a new tenant. Somebody's video store closed down and Lake Ridge, Westridge and Old Bridge Estates residents will soon be getting a new Panera Bread in The Glen. If that isn't enough to brighten your day we'll be getting our Wegmans in the
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