Alternate routes into DC during Pope Francis’ visit; PWC schools select new leadership

By Jae O’Connor

Events with Pope Francis, the Washington Nationals and singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran are guaranteed to make your commute hectic.
[WTOP]

The Prince William County Safe Schools Advisory Council unanimously selects Shawn Brann and Wendy Dempsey-Cruz as their new chair and vice chair.
[Potomac Local]

Harvesting season for wild ginseng root has begun, and the plant could earn you $1,200 per pound.
[Fairfax County Times]

The Obama administration’s military campaign plans a more aggressive strategy against ISIS.
[The Washington Post]