$100 Million in Infrastructure Funds for VRE
The Federal Railroad Administration announced recently that it will advance more than $1.4 billion in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for 70 rail improvement projects in 35 states and Washington, D.C. The Virginia Passenger Rail Authority will receive up to $100 million to design and build the Franconia-Springfield Bypass, a critical bridge that will alleviate congestion on one of busiest railways in Virginia.
McLean Pet Fest a Hit
McLean Community Center pulls off another family-friendly event.
On Sunday, Oct. 15, leashed furry friends took their humans to the McLean Pet Fest, hosted by the McLean Community Center.
Roll Up Your Sleeves- — Inova Needs Blood
McLean Volunteer Fire hosts blood drive this Friday
Inova Blood Services made an urgent request for blood type B on its Facebook page last week.
A Place Where People Can Get a Fresh Start
Two former Lamb Center guests share their stories.
The Lamb Center is a place where lives are changed, and people have an opportunity to make a fresh start. And during this nonprofit’s recent banquet, two of its former guests, Padma and Jesse, shared their stories with those attending.
Popular Trail Segment To Close for Infrastructure Work
Users of a popular section of the Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail in the Pohick Stream Valley are noticing tree markings and other activity not normal to the quiet, beautiful and shady trail which runs along the rocky stream. What is the purpose of the flagging tape and numbered discs tagging the trees along a long stretch of the trail?
Challengers Line Up for Mount Vernon Supervisor’s Race
Supervisor Storck faces a Republican and Independent candidates
In the Mount Vernon District there is a main artery called Richmond Highway which caters to a majority of the population, businesses and government; the road can illustrate the supervisor’s role, pulled in many directions.
Potomac Home Sales: September, 2023
In September, 2023, 24 Potomac homes sold between $2,949,000-$750,000.
Potomac Home Sales: September, 2023
Newington Group Highlights the Need for a Sidewalk
Elected officials come out to see the need firsthand.
Newington sidewalk
Concrete Remnants Go Unexplained in Huntley Meadows Park
Just off the path, these appear to be part of an earlier structure.
Huntley Meadows
Rainy-Day Fun at Fairfax Fall Festival
Rainy-Day Fun at Fairfax Fall Festival
Laurel Hill Park Raises Osprey Platform
Volunteers and park maintenance crew team up in effort
Osprey Nest
Flourishing After 55 in Arlington
After 55
Project Community Connect
Bridging the gap for Virginia families working hard, but unable to afford basics.
Finances
Bradberry Celebrates with National Recognition
Arlington student honored for outstanding academics by The College Board.
Award
Let Them Eat Pie
Wendy MacCallum and Heather Sheire find a winning formula at Livin’ the Pie Life.
Pie
People of the Potomac: Archaeology of Riverbend Park
People of the Potomac: Archaeology of Riverbend Park
Civil War Show
Civil War Show