Thursday, March 31
Americans Show Love For Ukraine
Northern Virginia family in Germany assists in aid to refugees.
Aid for Ukraine
Changes Coming for Franconia Government Center
Request for Proposals put out to add affordable housing
Lee Dist Government Center
‘Positive. Lasting Impact on Northern Virginia’ in Fairfax
SAR honors Fairfax Mayor as its Good Citizen of the Year.
Mayor
Ides of Bark Brings Out the Dogs in Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon pets ruled at this fourth annual event.
Dog event
Gum Springs Resident Celebrates 102
Car parade had well-wishers, neighbors and Mount Vernon officers.
Resident turns 102
Funeral Services Held for Nina, Nelson Greene in Alexandria
Nina Greene dies suddenly at 54.
Alexandria resident dies.
Groundbreaking Held at Minnie Howard in Alexandria
New facility slated to open in 2024.
Minnie Howard Groundbreaking
Wednesday, March 30
3 Eateries to Fuel a Picnic Beneath Cherry Blossoms
Cherry Blossoms
Beloved Cancel Culture in Fairfax County
Toni Morrison novel prompts legislation that has critics worried about book bans.
Toni Morrison's Pulitzer-prize winning book "Beloved" prompted such outrage in one Fairfax County parent in 2013 that she tried to have the book banned from her son's AP English class. Laura Murphy said the book gave her teenage son nightmares, and she urged school officials to do something about it. She took the fight all the way to the Fairfax County School Board, which voted six to two to keep the book in the AP English curriculum.
Sub-Variant
COVID-19
Holly Ann Kuga Endowment Established in Great Falls
Women's Club of Great Falls Scholarship Fund names first awardee at GMU.
Endowment
Vienna Theatre Company, Death of a Salesman
Death of a Salesman
Brothers Battle in Baseball
McLean brothers battle on the diamond, playing for different teams.
Baseball brothers
Banks and Eateries Play Musical Chairs in Vienna
Some here are switching places while other bank branches are closing across the country.
Banks closing
More Funding for Projects in Montgomery County
project funding
Flying Squirrels, Our Nocturnal Neighbors
Flying squirrels
Operation Ghost Guns Banned
Ghost Guns Banned
Veg Fest Coming April 24
Veg Fest
‘It’s Daunting, Wondering Where to Look for Jobs’ in Chantilly
Career fair at Chantilly High proves big success.
Job fair
SEEC gift
Gift
Arlington's Sister City Teams up with Northside Social
An emotional crowd raised funds for Ukraine
Sister city
Flourishing After 55 in Arlington
After 55
Privacy Advocates Urge Veto
Opponents of facial recognition technology call on governor to reject social-media dragnet.
Police departments across Virginia may soon have the ability to use billions of images scraped from social-media sites like Facebook and Instagram to track down suspects, a development that is concerning to critics who say the technology is invasive and a violation of privacy. The governor is now considering the bill, and critics are urging him to veto it or amend it to require a warrant.
Local Quilters Use Craft To Bring Cheer in McLean
McLean Quilters Unlimited gifts quilts to Mary Marshall Assisted Living and other organizations.
quilters
Column: Gun Violence Still With Us
Gun Violence
Women Providing Healing – Promoting Hope
Women Providing Healing – Promoting Hope
Saturday, March 26
Thursday, March 24
Community Garden Plots Coming to Lorton
Community gardens
‘An Honor for Everyone who Believed in this Project’
Fairfax High grad Emily Dillard vies for College Television Award.
TV award
Celebration of Art and Community in Fairfax
Britepaths seeks art, volunteers and sponsors for upcoming event.
Art
Tradition Comes in the Steak and Cheese Sub at Mama Mia’s
After 39 years, the husband-and-wife team are hanging up their spatulas.
Mama Mia's closing
Greenery of Spring Celebrated at River Farm in Mount Vernon
Plant extravaganza set for the second weekend in April.
Plant fair
Wednesday, March 23
Celebrating Purim in Alexandria
Observance marks the saving of Jews from execution in Persia.
Celebration
Kegs for Ukraine
Kegs fundraiser
“Unleashing Your Hidden Powers to Enhance Your Home Safety”
Potomac Community Village April 28 Event
Home Safety
Prevailing Wage Requirements Expanded in Potomac
Prevailing Wage
Hearings on Operating Budget in Potomac
Budget in Montgomery County
Some Potomac Scenery
Scenery
Interview with Local Physician Author
"Take Control of Your Cancer Risk: A WebMD Essential Guide."
Cancer risk
Local Quilters Use Craft to Support and Bring Cheer to Northern Virginia
McLean Quilters Unlimited gifts quilts to Mary Marshall Assisted Living and other organizations.
Quilters
Observatory Park Celebrates the Equinox
An astronomical turning point of the seasons.
Observatory park
Reston Town Center to Transform Exterior Spaces
Outdoor spaces
Breaking Records at Kids' Trout Fishing Derby
Looks like an all-time high for participating anglers.
Trout fishing
Four New Buildings Plus an Electrical Substation
Datacenter is proposed for Renaissance Technology Park.
Tech Park
Arlington Activists Won’t Give up on Campaign Finance Reform
MoneyOutVA will ask legislators why good governance laws failed
Campaign finance
Paintball and Pellet Attacks from Vehicles
Paintball attacks
Tuesday, March 22
Springtime at York River State Park
Enjoy Spring Break Activities at Virginia State Parks
State parks
Column: Foregone Conclusion
Column by Plum
County Art Contest Focuses on Water Conservation
High school artists called on to explore “One Water” theme.
Art contest
Is Your Car Worth More Than Last Year?
Probably, and the car tax owed is probably also going up.
Car value
Thursday, March 17
Alexandria Symphony Weathers Covid
Brandenburg Concerto March 19 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on 228 S. Pitt Street.
ASO Concert
Letter: Group Supports CinderBed Multi Use Trail
Letter to the Editor
New Franconia Car Wash Will Offer More Options
Mini neon light show is part of the experience, and an attraction for the kids.
Car Wash
New Golf Game Opens in Old Golf Venue in Kingstowne
In an area slated for houses, Rudy’s golf provides options for golfers.
Golf place opens.
Troubled Exit 166 at Newington on Road Improvement Radar
Crashes here catch the attention of VDOT and the Commonwealth Transportation Board.
Newington exit
Construction for New Development Will Displace Low Income Tenants
Fairfax mayor breaks tie to approve controversial new development.
Development
UNDEFEATED!
Hayfield Hawks complete their season undefeated at 32-0 after a 67-47 win over Battlefield for the schools first state championship in basketball
Basketball champs
Column: Property Values Are on the Rise and I Hear You
Property value
Wednesday, March 16
Mount Vernon Trail and Parkway Improvements are Underway
Efforts from Rep. Don Beyer and National Park Service are proceeding near Waynewood Boulevard.
Parkway and trail improvements
Mount Vernon Artists Shine at Gallery Opening
Nepenthe Gallery borrowed a Greek term for “a place of no sorrow.”
Art Gallery
New FABB Official Provides a Look From Across the Pond
Biking experience in Denmark provides a different angle for local biking.
New FABB member
Changing Seasons Around Potomac
Seasons changing
Bike to Work Friday, May 20 in Potomac
Bike to Work Friday, May 20
Letter: Advantages of Real-world Connection
Letter to the Editor
Springtime in Reston?
John Lovaas, Independent Progressive
One Bill for Town of Herndon and County Real Estate Taxes
Heads up businesses and residential property owners.
Tax bill
Letter: Considering Costs in Centreville
Letter to Editor
Saving Lives, Solving Burglaries and Seeking Suspects in Centreville
Lieb gives update on the Sully District Police Station.
Police meeting
‘We Hope to Bring this Quality Project to Westfields’ in Chantilly
Townhouse community is proposed for Chantilly.
Townhouses
Arlington Chamber Legislative Breakfast
Breakfast
Marymount Student Earns Newman Civic Fellowship
Andrea Anaya-Sandoval aims to support undocumented students, increase representation
Student gets Fellowship
Flourishing After 55 in Arlington
After 55
Tuesday, March 15
Billion Dollar Question: When Will Silver Line Extension Open?
WMATA is actively hiring and training new employees, “also very key to getting the system up and going once it is opened."
Silver Line Status
New Deputy County Executive for Safety and Security Named
Board of Supervisors appoints former Fire and Rescue Department's assistant chief.
Appointee
Real Estate Tax Rate ‘Ceiling’
Lower tax rate expected, but homeowners will still pay more.
Real Estate Tax
Against New Virginia Policies
Teachers, students, and parents in Fairfax and Arlington protest the new governor’s campaign to control content in schools.
School content
Local Students React to Crisis in Ukraine
Raising awareness and praying for peace are among the ways they’re showing support.
Ukraine
Thursday, March 10
Historic District Established for Hollin Hills
4-year process results in protection for distinctive mid-century neighborhood.
Hollin Hills
Catholic Conference on Environment in Burke
Religious meeting
‘The Combination of Programs Will Be Great for Everybody’
Fairfax City, County, creating campus for health, community, senior needs.
Health center
Stuff the Bus Food Drives Are Set for March 19
Residents can help restock the Food for Others pantry.
Stuff the Bus
Pajardo Is Leaving Fairfax City Schools
Superintendent announces retirement during Monday’s board meeting.
School official
Fairfax City Brewery Helping Aid Ukraine
Chubby Squirrel is raising money to donate via special beer.
Beer donations
Column: Last Week of Session?
Government in session
Original Mount Vernon High School Picked for Food Preparation Incubator
This developing business accelerator aims to be a plus to the area.
Food incubator
Polynesian Partners in Alexandria
Local businesses raise funds for Tonga tsunami relief.
Tonga tsunami relief
Wednesday, March 9
Potomac Home Sales: January, 2022
In January, 2022, 29 Potomac homes sold between $3,750,000-$337,500.
Potomac Home Sales: January, 2022
Potomac Home Sales: December, 2021
In December, 2021, 70 Potomac homes sold between $3,300,000-$570,000.
Potomac Home Sales: December, 2021
Happy 100th Birthday to WWII Veteran Richard “Dick” Russell Jr. in Great Falls
Greatest Generation vet reminisces.
100th Birthday
McLean Central Park Development Concept Unveiled
Community response more favorable to amphitheater than opposed.
Central park
Letter in Great Falls: Built-in Fan Base for Speed
Letter to the Editor
Youth Pollinator Garden Grant
Garden grant
SLHS Program Launches Student-Led Company
Sells student artist merchandise, net proceeds to charities reflected in art.
Art for sale
Interim Recommendations for the Reston Comprehensive Plan Revealed
Two new sections added: Equity and Community Health.
Reston health
4th Fairfax Veg Fest Coming to Herndon
April 24, 2022, see the benefits of a plant-based lifestyle for people, animals, and the planet
Veg Fest
New Trail Signs Installed at Runnymede Park in Herndon
Eagle Scout candidate's project extends beyond local.
eagle Scout
Letter: Don’t Rename Sully District
Sully District
Stuff the Bus Food Drives Are Set for March 19
Residents can help restock WFCM’s pantry.
Stuff the Bus
Water Park and Dining in the Park in Arlington
Lush landscaping, public art and community-oriented open spaces
Water Park in Arlington
Man Sentenced to Life for Rape in Arlington
Rape sentence
Flourishing After 55 in Arlington
Flourishing After 55
Endometriosis Conference an Important Resource for Women
You may have the ‘Silent Disease’ and not know it
Endometriosis
Virginians Lost Last Week When House Voted Down Bills
But it’s not over until it’s over for four remaining bills
house bills
Column: What Happens to the Bills that Die?
house Bills
Should School Principals Report Offenses to Police?
Virginia parents concerned bill will lead to spike in student referral to police
School police
Cherry Blossom Season in Arlington
Cherry Blossoms
Last Marijuana Reform Bill of Virginia’s Legislative Session Dies in Committee
SB 745 would have ensured automatic resentencing hearings for current felony marijuana convicts
Marijuana convictions
Free St. Patrick’s Day Lyft Rides Offered
St Patrick's Rides
Column: Inherently Divisive Concepts
Concepts
Friday, March 4
Documentary Film: "Family Cemeteries: Is there room in Fairfax County?"
Documentary film on local cemeteries.
New Deputy County Executive for Safety and Security Named
Board of Supervisors appoints former Fire and Rescue Department's assistant chief.
Executive named for county
Column: Don’t California Virginia’s Budding New Market
Marijuana column
Thursday, March 3
Executive Director, Police Civilian Review Panel
New county position
Fairfax City Manager Unveils Proposed FY 23 Budget
He’s recommending a 4-cent, residential real-estate tax decrease for City homeowners, but they will still pay more.
Fairfax budget
Jeopardy! Champion Title Barely Eludes Burke Student
Sullivan strong in quarter and semi-final rounds
Jeopardy
‘An Amazing Choice of Cuisine and Top-Notch Dining’
Fairfax City Restaurant Week is March 7 through March 14.
Restaurant Week
Group Opposes Cinder Bed Road Bikeway
Forest cover and a rare magnolia bog could be damaged by path to Franconia-Springfield Metro.
Cinderbed Bikeway
Up in Smoke
Black market to remain underground for now as lawmakers reject licensing scheme.
Cannabis
Before Cell Phones, Texting and the Web, CB Radio Ruled
The Citizen Band culture even had their own colorful lingo.
"Blast from the Past" with CB Radios
Musicians and Artists Ease the Cancer Experience
Soothing sounds echo through the lobbies at the Inova cancer centers around Northern Virginia.
Inova treatment
‘Under the Same Roof’ in Alexandria
Lee-Fendall program shares stories of the enslaved.
Lee-Fendall house
Honduran School Restored After Hurricane
The Alexandria South Rotary Club was there to help
Hurricane damage
‘One’ BRT Line Will Roll Down Route One in Mount Vernon
The unveiling highlighted advantages and a new look.
New BRT unveiled
General Assembly Punts Cannabis Reform
Cannabis Reform
Wednesday, March 2
Arlington Tax Rate
tax rate
McLean Central Park Development Plan Meeting This Wednesday
Making a great park even better, funds available.
McLean park
Great Falls Man Breaks Fundraising Records
Bryan Thomas raises more than $1 million, named Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s local Man of the Year.
Fundraising
The Trail Is for All But the Railroad Was Racist
NOVA Parks unveils 'The W&OD Railway and Jim Crow Laws'
Railroad
Collier Named Sully’s Police Officer of Year in Centreville
‘A shining example of what every patrol officer should strive to be.’
Officer of Year
‘We Need to Know a Location and What’s Going on to Help You’ in Fairfax
Learning about the Department of Public Safety Communications (9-1-1).
911 center
Heart of Safety Arlington
Safety
Arlington’s Ninth Street Quartet Offers Edgy Evening
Something old, something new, something blue at 9SQ concert
Music
Arlington’s Industrious Workspace Supports Local Art
Light-filled offices feature work by Susan Grace
Art
Blood Drive in Arlington
Blood drive
New TJ Policy Invalidated in Fairfax County
Policy is discriminatory, writes judge in win for plaintiff, Coalition for TJ and Pacific Legal Foundation.
TJ School
Managing Anxiety Triggered by News from Ukraine
Music and meditation among the ways to cope.
Anxiety
Column: Environmental Issues Take Back Seat
Environmental