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.
On Monday, Manassas Park City School School Board members discussed what would be said to city council during tonight's public hearing on the city's proposed budget.
The fire service was shaken by the Sept. 11 attacks, and now the man believed to be behind the tragedy is dead. How do local firefighters feel?
Obama addressed the nation last night on bin Laden's death. Released by the White House
Patch shadowed 18-year-old Manassas Park High School student Samantha De La Cruz on the day of her senior prom, held Friday abroad the Spirit of Washington which departed at sunset for a memorable cruise down the Potomac River.
About 135 juniors and seniors and their guests will attend prom on the Spirit of Washington vessel this evening as it cruises the Potomac River.
Applications for school board appointment will be accepted until 4 p.m. today at Manassas Park City Hall.
Severe Thunderstorms in the Forecast for Wednesday Evening.
The city began a nationwide search for another fire chief after current chief John O’Neal announced he was leaving his post after more than a half decade on the job. O’Neal has accepted a position in a town just North of Dallas. His official last day
Got something to say? Patch.com is adding a platform for local bloggers on May 4.
The Manassas Park Department of Parks and Recreation is expected to debut its blog this week. Officials said the blog will be updated at least three times a week by department employees.
Says it's boosted wireless capacity.
A window was shattered in one incident; a door and cable box were vandalized in another incident this month.
National Weather Service issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning at 7:37 p.m. Sunday.
Manassas Park City Council voted Tuesday to make safety improvements to the the rail crossing at Manassas Drive—the first step in turning off the train horns. Council also voted to extend Conner Drive to Route 28 also known as Centreville Road.
Performance also increases in parts of Prince William County.
First 100 customers will received a tree seedlings in honor of Earth Day. The car wash also is donating money to a local facility in honor of Autism Awareness Month.
Performance also increases in Manassas and parts of Prince William County.
The kids will be out of school until Monday for Spring Break, so be sure to take advantage of this time and find something fun to do this week as a family!
The city is losing some 390 gallons of water a minute and public works employees are searching the city, trying to find the cause. The city manager said the city is spending $1.5 million a year more than it makes on utilities.
An elderly Manassas Park resident was the victim of a reported scam letter that claimed he’d won $50,000 from a London-based company
