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New Manassas public safety building heading for final council vote
February 19, 2020
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.19.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”] Manassas City Council will hold a public hearing later this month on the construction of the city’s new public facility building and parking lot on Grant Avenue. The $49 million project received planning commission approval earlier this month and will […]
With Micron and Amazon under construction, leaders turn focus to the workforce
February 6, 2020
For the Prince William region’s economic leaders, major business projects under construction are giving the area an increasing focus on STEM — science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The top officials trying to grow business in the region spoke at a “Future of the Region” event hosted by the Prince William Chamber of Commerce on Jan. […]
How tall is too tall in Manassas? Different opinions as city weighs new guidelines
February 6, 2020
As Manassas officials work to incorporate public comments into the city’s long-range planning goals, some residents are concerned that the city may be forgetting its past with newer — and significantly taller — developments. Triggering the latest round of consternation over height limits in Old Town is Messenger Place, a five-story, 94-unit apartment complex that […]
Manassas Joins VA Communities Recognized As ‘Fiber Friendly’
February 6, 2020
MANASSAS, VA — The city of Manassas has achieved the recognition of a “fiber-friendly city” by an internet service rating website that advocates for improving broadband speed, access and affordability. More than 90 percent of Manassas residents have access to fiber broadband services, which is one of the benchmarks used by BroadbandNow in determining whether […]
BAE Systems awarded $8 million contract for advanced electronics
February 6, 2020
NASHUA — BAE Systems was awarded $8 million contract from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency to develop mixed-signal electronics designed to help soldiers survive in the field. The electronics would enhance Department of Defense applications for communications, radar, and precision sensors, according to a news release. As part of the contract, BAE Systems FAST […]
Northern Virginia Community College’s Ribbon Cutting of the Institution’s State-of-the-Art Fabrication Laboratory “Fab Lab” Starts with a Week-Long Set of Community
February 6, 2020
Northern Virginia Community College opened the doors of a state-of-the-art engineering technology Fabrication Laboratory with a prestigious ribbon cutting event to thank members of the institution’s partners in the business and legislative community for the support of engineering technology programs. The spaces offered through the “Fab Lab” such as a ‘Woodshop’, ‘Maker’s Space’, ‘Computer Control […]
Manassas airport seeking support for new control tower
February 6, 2020
Virginia’s busiest general aviation airport is looking for momentum behind a proposed multimillion-dollar control tower and is finding fresh support in Congress. The current 124-foot tower at Manassas Regional Airport is slowly deteriorating and no longer offers the best sightlines for air traffic controllers, said director Juan Rivera. Officials hope to enter into an agreement […]
Per 2019 Year-End Market Report, Historic Downtown Manassas Prized as Retail and Business Location
January 24, 2020
Department of Economic Development City of Manassas Contact: Nicole Smith, CEcD Email: [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: January 27, 2020 Manassas, VA — January 27, 2020 — A newly released Year-End Market Report confirms that Historic Downtown Manassas continues to be a highly sought-after location for both retailers and offices seeking space for […]
Quarterly Market Report Shows No Sign of Slowdown for City of Manassas
January 15, 2020
Department of Economic Development City of Manassas Contact: Nicole Smith, CEcD Email: [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: January 15, 2020 Manassas, VA — January 16, 2020 — The Commercial Market Report for the City of Manassas for the fourth quarter of 2019 showed stability and strength through all three commercial market segments – […]
Manassas Recognized as Fiber Friendly City by BroadBandNow
January 9, 2020
Department of Economic Development City of Manassas Contact: Nicole Smith, CEcD Email: [email protected] FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: January 9, 2020 Manassas, VA — January 9, 2020 — The City of Manassas, Virginia, has received recognition as a “Fiber-Friendly City” from BroadBandNow, an internet service rating website and an advocate for improving broadband speed, access […]