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College students: puppies and butterflies

As college students prepare for graduation in May, career-prep and self-awareness weigh heavily on their minds and create a few butterflies in their tummies. Parents: Be patient. After raising a bunch of kids, I know they usually do figure things out. But you do need to listen and guide them ever-so gently. My daughter Laura Coates​​, an Osbourn High School alum, will complete her Business degree ON … Continue reading College students: puppies and butterflies

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Hop into April!

Get ready — Spring is here — with activities, events and things to do galore! We were lucky to have a mild winter but the warmer weather is always welcome. The big highlight of the month is Easter with celebrations, reflection and break time.  Get your calendar ready and start planning your April! 1. Student Scholarships Students! Time to visit your Career Service Dept. or Guidance Counselor to apply … Continue reading Hop into April!

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Helping deployed hometown heroes 

Even after saying goodbye to my military son ten times, as his mom, I always have a sick feeling when I think of my child, “over there.” Chris is an Osbourn High School graduate who joined the U. S. Air Force after witnessing the plane hitting the Pentagon as he was driving to work.  As an Osbourn Iron Eagle award winner, he did almost every sport imaginable from a starting quarterback for the Varsity Football … Continue reading Helping deployed hometown heroes 

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Lincoln-Reagan Dinner 2017

The 28th Annual Lincoln-Reagan Dinner sponsored by the Prince William County Republican Committee was sold out at Heritage Hunt Country Club.  The crowd was energized as they listened to keynote speaker Carly Fiorina emphasizing that leadership is about character, courage, collaboration and capability. She believes that we must “lift people up and recognize that Americans have the right to fulfill their God-given potential.” Many state-wide candidates were present to meet and … Continue reading Lincoln-Reagan Dinner 2017

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March on!

Spring is in the air! The new season is marching on with many events, fundraisers and things to do! March 3: Historic Manassas, Inc. First Friday “March Madness” in Historic Downtown Manassas from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. Full of fun and enthusiasm of a fun night through Old Town Manassas!  visitmanassas.org/ March 3: Art Exhibit “Illusions” at the City of Manassas Museum beginning at 6:00 pm.  … Continue reading March on!

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Video stories

Here are some video stories that tells you more about who I am and what I have done in the City of Manassas.  Enjoy! One of my creative daughters, Laura Coates, produced them for me. Theresa’s background, family and interests https://youtu.be/jMdzq-N9Zeg Join Theresa to create the next chapter for our City of Manassas https://youtu.be/uNqf69-WRTE Together we are the key! https://youtu.be/shluNR5phDE Continue reading Video stories

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