🌱 County Police Arrest Suspected Bank Robber + Manassas PD Survey

Hello, everybody. Sean Peek here with your fresh copy of the Manassas Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find out all the community news you need to know right now.

But first, your local weather:

• Monday: A couple of afternoon showers. High: 48 Low: 40.
• Tuesday: Breezy in the afternoon. High: 63 Low: 32.

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Here are the top three stories in Manassas today:

1. On Thursday, Feb. 23, Prince William County Police arrested a man for allegedly committing multiple bank robberies in Prince William and Spotsylvania Counties over the last month. The suspect, 27-year-old David Emanuel Andrews, allegedly entered the banks, passed a note to a teller demanding money, and then left after collecting the money. He has been charged with robbery and is currently in custody. (WRIC)
2. The Manassas City Police Department is asking residents to complete a short survey to help evaluate the training programs and the quality of policing. Residents can take the survey here. (Manassas City PD via Twitter)
3. When you’re in the market for a new home, hunting down every new listing in the area can take hours of tedious searching online. Instead, check out the latest homes for sale in the Manassas area with just one click at the link! Listings include a large five-bedroom on Dove Tree Court for $700,000! (Manassas Patch)

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Today and tomorrow in Manassas:

Monday, February 27

• Monday Night Bingo At Park West Lions Club (5:00 PM)

Tuesday, February 28

• Business Lunch Connections Networking Meeting At ARTfactory (11:30 AM)
• Old Town Manassas – BOOM SONG-A-LAKA Music Bingo At Sinistral Brewing Company (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Manassas City Police Department (MCPD) reminds residents to lock your doors! Don't forget to secure all of your valuables and lock the doors of your home and your vehicles. Report any suspicious activity to MCPD at (703) 257-8000. (Manassas City PD via Twitter)
• The Manassas City Police Department is hiring! Do you want a job or do you want a career with a chance to make a difference in the community? Eligible residents can apply online here or through email at MCPDRecruitment@manassasva.gov. (Manassas City Police Department via Facebook)
• Manassas National Battlefield Park natural resources staff recently removed the invasive shrub burning bush, "Burning Bush" (Euonymus alatus), that was near Park Headquarters. The area will be replanted with native plants in the spring to help promote local biodiversity and pollinators. (Manassas National Battlefield Park via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right. I'll see you back in your inbox soon with another update!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.