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Documentary Explores a Place Formerly Known as ‘The Pits.’
Documentarian is also a reporter for the Mount Vernon Gazette.
The Pits
Banks and Eateries Play Musical Chairs in Vienna
Some here are switching places while other bank branches are closing across the country.
Banks closing
Police and Comradery Filled the Street on National Night Out
Dogs, barbecue and desserts highlight the annual event.
National Night Out 2021
Snow and Schools in Fairfax County
The communication and snow removal system continues to evolve to keep all the boxes checked.
Snow and school
Lake Accotink Park Has a Place in the Community’s Heart
60th Anniversary celebration to honor the park with an interesting past.
Lake Accotink
Paving and Warm Weather are in Tandem This Year in Northern Virginia
There is a map and system to where the paving goes.
August is hot, and the drivers trying to get back to a normal routine have probably hit a pothole or two out on the roads, but VDOT is out there with the paving crews, putting down pavement on 1,145 lane miles throughout the paving season, which goes until November.
Bridge Rehabilitation Will Mean Five Weeks of Detours
Alban Road in south Springfield will be closed at Accotink Creek bridge.
Bridge project
No Online Shopping This Year? No Worries, the Shelves Are Stocked.
Mount Vernon Gift Guide Part II
Mount Vernon Gift Guide 2
Near-Normal School Year in Mount Vernon?
Students, staff look forward with smiles, optimism and coronavirus rules, all part of the first day of school.
First day at Mount Vernon High School
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
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
Ribbon Cut on Telegraph Road Walkway
Walking and biking to Lee District Park just got a little easier.
Walkway opens
Fairfax Skaters Made the Cut for the 2022 Olympic Games
Local spotlight shines on the speed track and figure skating rink.
Local Olympians
Real Estate Prices Close the Door for Some, Others Get Creative
Homeowners adding on or taking advantage of county programs to stay put.
Pricey Real Estate
Rocking Local
Local rock band is highlighted by Led Zeppelin covers, original songs and George Castanza.
Summer of George
Pot Dispensary Getting Ready to Open in Mount Vernon
Beyond Hello Cannabis Dispensary almost ready for grand opening.
Marijuana
Features and Issues in Mount Vernon Today
A look into some Mount Vernon issues that are important to residents and newcomers
Mount Vernon newcomers
Plans for Braddock Road Include 3 Intersection Redesigns
Upcoming presentation planned, public will have a chance to weigh in.
Braddock Road
Summer’s Here and Possibly Time to Stay Put
Fairfax County has plenty of options for a “stay-cation” this summer.
Summer Stay-Cation