Lauren Jost, Patch Staff
- Manassas Park, VA
Lauren is the Associate Regional Editor for Patch sites in Prince William County and Fredericksburg. Lauren was born and raised in Woodbridge. Her work has been featured on UPIU.com, MasonVotes.com, InsideNova.com and Connect2Mason.com. Lauren won a Society of Professional Journalism Dateline award in 2012 for coverage of Tropical Storm Lee flooding in Woodbridge. Lauren is a passionate journalist with a knack for social media, an obsession with Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers and a love for all things gustatory (mostly bacon). She received her Bachelor of Arts in Communication, focused in Journalism, Cum Laude from George Mason University in Fairfax, VA where she was named the GMU C2M MVP (also known as the acronym award).
<b>Your Beliefs</b><br><i>At Patch, we promise always to report the facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible because human beings have beliefs. So in the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal their beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable. And if you ever see evidence that we failed in this mission, please let us know.</i><br><br><b>Politics </b><br>My political beliefs are my own, I tend to vote for the best candidate, regardless of party affiliation. Currently, I am unregistered with a political party.
<b>Religion</b><br>I was raised in the United Methodist Church and am now a casual attendee.
<b>Local Hot-Button Issues</b><br>The entire nation is feeling the stress of a downtrodden economy, but here in Woodbridge, thanks to the sizable job force in Washington, D.C., we've been toughing it out. In addition to a suffering economy, transportation, immigration and rapid growth are issues that affect the Woodbridge community. I want to hear your thoughts on these issues.
Posting Activity
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Two Spotsylvania County Precincts Report Voting Machine Issues
According to Spotsylvania County, voting machines in split Congressional districts at two precincts were not activated properly.
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Police: Pedestrian Struck, Killed By Train in Dumfries
Virginia Railway Express trains were stalled at Woodbridge due to the incident.
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
How the 1st Congressional District Voted
How the areas in the 1st congressional district voted.
Manassas, VA|News|
The Results: Manassas City Voting Central
Manassas voters say yes to November local elections.
Dale City, VA|News|
Where to Vote in the Neabsco, Coles Districts
Find your precinct in the Dale City area.
Dale City, VA|News|
Local Results: How Dale City Voted
Local residents are voting Tuesday for president, senate and house candidates.
Dale City, VA|News|
In Memory: Greater Prince William Area Obituaries
Links to obituaries from area funeral homes.
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Just Listed: Four-Bedroom House on Chaps Lane
Looking for a house in Fredericksburg?
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Just Listed: Four or Five-Bedroom Homes in Woodbridge
Looking for a property in the Woodbridge area?
Manassas, VA|News|
President Barack Obama, Bill Clinton to Campaign at Jiffy Lube Live Saturday
Doors open at Jiffy Lube Live at 7 p.m.
Manassas, VA|News|
UPDATED: Two Charged with Murder, Man Identified in Suspicious Death Case
A man was found dead in a vacant parking lot Tuesday morning.
Dale City, VA|News|
Department of Corrections to Monitor Sex Offenders on Halloween
Through Operation Porch Lights Out, sex offenders are required to either not answer the door or attend a meeting in a secure location during Halloween night.
Lake Ridge-Occoquan, VA|News|
Prince William County Schools Open Wednesday
PWCS announced all schools will be open Tuesday.
Falls Church, VA|News|
Gov. McDonnell: Virginia 'Spared' in Hurricane Sandy Damage
The governor said power should be restored to all Dominion customers by Thursday.
Dale City, VA|News|
Gov. McDonnell: Virginia 'Spared' in Hurricane Sandy Damage
The governor said power should be restored to all Dominion customers by Thursday.
Manassas, VA|News|
Body Found in Manassas City Parking Lot
A man was found dead in a vacant parking lot Tuesday morning.
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Absentee Voting Open in Prince William County Tuesday
One Woodbridge absentee voting location is closed.