Clubs lose thousands on trips canceled due to security fears

The Prince William County School Board has requested school officials to review field trips that were canceled in light of the nation’s terror alert status, to determine the financial burden it has placed on clubs and students. Under the direction of Edward L. Kelly, Prince William County School superintendent, field trips to the Washington, D.C.,…

Balancing low taxes against growing needs daunts county policy-makers

Taxpayers beware. Your government is growing out of control. Prince William County real estate taxes are up 12 percent this year and possibly going up 9 percent next year. State spending is up 40 percent in six years. Your only hope is to vote for candidates who sign a pledge against tax increases. This has…

Balancing low taxes against growing needs daunts county policy-makers

Taxpayers beware. Your government is growing out of control. Prince William County real estate taxes are up 12 percent this year and possibly going up 9 percent next year. State spending is up 40 percent in six years. Your only hope is to vote for candidates who sign a pledge against tax increases. This has…