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 and school officials are working to get a government grant to pay for the installation of a sidewalk on Euclid Avenue that would make it easier for middle and high school students to walk and bike to class.
Police said a man held a woman against her will in his car as he sped down Centreville Road Sunday evening.
Manassas Park City Council voted this week to write a letter to Gov. Bob McDonnell expressing its concerns about the gerrymandering in the area.
Clarke's Grill to provide pizza this summer at Signal Bay Water Park.
Manassas Park City Council votes to impose a two-cents tax levy during a four-hour budget work session Tuesday.
Should you space your children out? Or have them close together. Patch editor Jamie Rogers talks about life with three sisters who are five, seven and 10 years older than her.
Manassas Park city and school officials are working to get a government grant to pay for the installation of a sidewalk on Euclid Avenue that would make it easier for middle and high school students to walk and bike to class.
Manassas man arrested after police said he purchased a fake international driver's license after hearing it advertised on the radio.
Manassas Park Fire Chief John O'Neal is leaving the city's fire department to accept the fire chief position in Addison, TX just North of Dallas.
Liberia Avenue Applebees gets great reviews from Pepper.
Manassas Park resident Barry J. Karsh was indicted this week on charges of neglect.
Manassas Park resident Barry J. Karsh was indicted this week on charges that he neglected his mentally ill wife to the point of her death in August.
School division presents budget, explains why its calculations indicate its not really getting $500,000 in additional funds from the city as stated by city officials.
Here are some highlights from Tuesday night’s council meeting. We’ll have in-depth reports on many of these issues in the coming week. Take a look and let us know what you would like to see a story on first—you control your Patch news!
Manassas Park Elementary school student a winner of the Virginia School Boards Association Northeastern Regional Art Contest.
Councilman Brian Leeper said schools on track to receive $500,000 more than what was received last year, even if two cent tax levy is implemented. Manassas Park City Schools to present its budget tonight to council.
Post offices in Manassas Park and in other areas of Northern Virginia will not extend their hours on April 18.
Gov. Bob McDonnell has proposed a series of amendments to legislation that would require large employers to provide insurance coverage for autistic children.
Manassas Park students encouraged to exercise mind and body through participation in Cougar Literacy Run.
A former Centreville day-care worker was sentenced to 17 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to sodomy charges in connection with allegations that he molested a 4-year-old girl under his care at the facility.
