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.
A group of Manassas Park and Manassas area women have banned together to raise awareness for breast cancer research and support each other through their group, Shirl's Girls.
Police said someone shot a BB gun into the Valvoline on Centreville Road.
House Bill 1981 will let motorcyclists, moped riders and bicyclists pass through red lights, as long as there is no oncoming traffic, after waiting 120 seconds or two cycles of the light. The law will take effect July 1.
Shirl's Girls, a group comprised mostly of Manassas Park women, will be at Speedy Green Car Wash this weekend raising money for the Susan G. Komen Walk for the Cure in September.
A Stonewall Jackson High School teen faces charges after police said she created a Facebook page titled, "Stonewall Hoes" that targeted others in her school.
Manassas Park officials and city council along with Manassas Park City Schools administrators and board members to participate in town hall meeting at community center today at 7 p.m.
Budget includes salary scale adjustments and salary supplements for most Manassas Park City Schools employees.
Iditarod racer, Karen Land and one of her Alaskan huskies gave a special presentation at the Central Library Sunday.
Iditarod racer, Karen Land and one of her Alaskan huskies gave a special presentation at the Central Library Sunday.
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Manassas Park developer Frank Barros is accused of committing zoning violations, but told the court Thursday he'd right the wrongs by April.
The presentation of Manassas Park’s recommended budget for fiscal year 2012 was, for the most part, centered on how to overcome the city’s $1.2 million budget shortfall, but also included some "good" news.
Manassas Park fire Marshal heads up drill at Manassas Park City Hall Tuesday morning.
Manassas Park school board members and administrators talk money at Monday's budget workshop.
Police said a Manassas man was found on a stranger's couch and became combative when police arrived.
Police said a Manassas man was found on a stranger's couch and became combative when police arrived.
Statewide tornado drill planned for Tuesday at 9:45 a.m.
Police say 11-year-old was seen brandishing a knife at bus stop.
Prince William County, Manassas and Manassas Park representatives joined together to speak to maintaining human services in tough budget times.
Manassas Park Councilman Suhas Naddoni along with Manassas City manager and Prince William County executive speak at human services luncheon Thursday.