Full name: Jamie Rogers
Phone: 703-203-4791
Birthday: June 14
My passion for journalism blossomed from my love of writing in my diary—which I have been doing regularly since I was 9 years old.
I found comfort in writing thoughts and ideas on paper and am still fascinated about being able to look back at my own words and recall memories, feelings and events.
I knew I wanted to be a journalist and never thought seriously about veering from that path as I earned a degree in journalism and mass communications from the University of South Carolina in Columbia in 2006.
Aspiring to immediately work for a large newspaper in a major city, I ended up back in my hometown of Florence, S.C., working for the Morning News, owned by Richmond, Va.-based Media General, Inc.
I originally viewed my acceptance of the job as a setback because I didn't want to be back in my home town. But I quickly realized the newspaper was fertile ground for me to grow as a journalist.
I covered news for six mostly rural counties in eastern South Carolina for the mid-sized newspaper. I met friends and acquaintances, and learned much about what I refer to as "the human element" during my four years as a public safety, crime and courts reporter.
I moved here to Northern Virginia, where I accepted the job as Patch editor for Manassas Park.
Politics & Religion
It has been said that a journalist cannot be politically unbiased. Well, I'm probably the closest thing to a poitically unbiased journalist.
I have been a Jehovah's Witness my entire life and all practicing members of my faith do not get involved in political affairs. Witnesses believe there is one God who created a world that it is impossible for humankind to govern correctly.
This does not mean that I refuse to pay my taxes or participate in anarchist activities. The government leaders, although imperfect, are ministers of justice and lawfulness who exist to maintain some sort of order. So, we must respect our leaders and lawmakers and abide by all laws.
Hot button issues
Many people complain about their commute, the construction on Interstate 66 and Fairfax County taxes.
Many Manassas Park residents do not appear to be happy about having to get a decal for their car to avoid getting a ticket from the police.
Manassas Park City Council has authorized the advertisement of a solicitation to seek vendors to provide concessionaire services at the park.
Here is a roundup of the top Patch stories from around the way.
Salt and sand on roadways worsens driving problems for editor.
More than $13,000 in goods taken from one Manassas home Friday
Manassas Park City Council votes to allow developer to build town homes despite opposition from residents.
City Council will decide whether to change land zoned for business use into residential.
New public works director would not be required to live in Manassas Park.
School officials to discuss challenges, budget during meeting.
Police said a victim chased his attempted carjacker through Manassas Friday morning
CEO tells commuters that VRE is doing its best to provide quality services, in light of major delays on Manassas Line a week ago.
The victim couldn't remember if the vehicle door was left unlocked.
Get important questions about your rail operations answered during the Virginia Railway Express Online Forum Wednesday at noon.
Police said all six targeted cars were parked on Kent Drive.
The fire marshal said an electric short in a clothes dryer circuit is the culprit.
Investigators said $1,600 in firearms were taken from a home in Yorkshire, just outside of Manassas Park.
The shots are $30 and are covered by most healthcare plans.
Manassas Park City Council candidate Jeanette Rishell also claims endorsements from other politicians in Prince William County.
Your guide to what's open and what's closed on Labor Day.
English as a Second Language will now be called English for Speakers of Other Languages in Manassas Park City Schools.
