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.
The Manassas Regional Airport would remain open, but pilots would have to work among themselves to land or, work with other towers far away, the Washington Post reports.
Prince William County Police say additional charges for man, 20, found with 13-year-old at Super 8 Motel.
Prince William Police said the man stole two game consoles, fled in a Monte Carlo with "Official Pace Car" written on the sides.
An office building on Capital Court is home to many government contractors who fear sequestration.
Someone tried to break into Pierce Funeral Home on Feb. 18, according to Manassas City Police.
Confections of Manassas sells Samoas, Tagalongs and Thin Mint cookie cupcakes.
Confections of Manassas sells Samoas, Tagalongs and Thin Mint cookie cupcakes.
Classes went on as normal at the Manassas Park elementary school Monday after firefighters responded.
Vienna-area Sen. Janet Howell calls compromise — expected to raise $880 million a year for roads and mass transit —"truly the best we're going to get."
The Manassas hospital held an American Heart Month awareness event at Paradise Winery in Clifton on Friday.
38 students from Manassas and one from Manassas Park made the Fall semester dean's list.
Prince William County Police said the woman came home and was met by a stranger.
The lottery for the 2013 White House Easter Egg Roll, in its 135th year, opens Feb. 21.
This is the second time in two months a train has crashed into a vehicle in this area.
The proposed calendar will be presented to the Manassas City School Board on Tuesday.
The Reston man was seen brandishing a firearm inside a Bristow home Monday, according to Prince William County Police
Manassas Park Police say the theft happened earlier this month. They are also searching for clues in theft of $4,900 in tools.
The roof of the Chatsworth Apartments partially collapsed, causing $300,000 in damages.
Five suspects left a juvenile shelter in Manassas, stole a car and led police on a intra-county pursuit before crashing the car in Dale City, Prince William Police said.
EPI Partners and EMSI plan to move forward to develop eight acres of land owned by the city of Manassas Park.