Mount Vernon Brief: Unboxing Potential
Grants provide Bucknell with computers.
As Bucknell Elementary "boxes up" for school renovations, they have been unboxing new growth in technology literacy.
Thomas Enters First Season as Mount Vernon Head Coach
Majors beat Friendly in season opener.
The Mount Vernon girls' basketball team defeated Friendly 49-24 on Tuesday.
Mount Vernon: Beacon at Groveton Wins Highway Beautification Award
The Southeast Fairfax Development Corporation recognized local businesses doing exceptional work to enhance their streetview image with the annual holiday open house and Mary Thonen Highway Beautification Awards.
Letter: How To Fix Recycling?
Letter to the Editor
As a Fairfax County resident who considers herself a dedicated recycler, I was shocked and extremely disappointed to learn that Fairfax County does not, in fact, recycle the glass it collects.
Letter: Inattentive Drivers
Letter to the Editor
As I was leaving the CVS on S. Washington Street (ironically, I wa getting a prescription filled to keep me healthy), I was nearly hit by a car.
Letter: War on Chanukah?
Letter to the Editor
Every year about this time someone rails about the war on Christmas.
Alexandria New Briefs: Week of Dec. 9
The Dec. 8 City Council meeting marked the last with Mayor William Euille, Alexandria’s mayor for 17 years and the first African-American to hold the position.
Alexandria: Gang Violence Returns to City
Police suspect gang activity in Alexandria’s fourth unsolved murder in 2015.
It took a fourth murder in Four Mile Run Park on Dec. 4, but the Alexandria Police have finally opened the public to a hint of insight into the ongoing investigations. Police Chief Earl Cook spoke to the City Council on Dec. 8, and while he would not give details on any ongoing investigations, it’s clear police suspect the murder may be gang-related.
Alexandria: No Space for Compromise in BAR Fight
Old Colony Inn design approved over citizen furor.
Often, the city and a group of citizens disagree on something development related. In theory, the city coordinates an effort to have the developers and citizens talk to each other, and all involved parties reach some type of compromise. That’s almost exactly what didn’t happen at the Board of Architectural (BAR) Review on Dec. 2.
Alexandria Appetite: Yule Logs, Cookies, and Breads Decorate Firehook’s Holiday Table
The buche de Noel, sugar cookies, and sourdough bread won’t disappoint at next holiday dinner party.
Think about the holidays for a moment. What comes to mind first? Maybe a Christmas carol, or maybe the Fraser fir that sits stately in the living room.
Alexandria People at Work: Mixing Up Traditional with New
... in historical house.
Victoria Sanchez opens the door at 310 S Asaph. It is her first visit to consult with the owner, Cheryl Jaeger.
Mutty Takes Helm at Alexandria Seaport Foundation
Seaport Foundation announces new executive director.
Stephen D. Mutty, a leader in the commercial real estate industry and longtime supporter of the Alexandria Seaport Foundation, has been named by the organization as its new executive director.
Vienna: Ungerleider Leads Undersized Madison
Warhawks win two games at ‘Readers are Leaders Tip Off.’
Senior guard Ungerleider buries five 3-pointers in win over Robinson.
Editorial: Safety Net for Holiday Celebrations
It’s an opportunity to talk about responsibility, alcohol and planning ahead.
The holiday party season is here, and we will almost all be celebrating in some way. Some ways will involve celebrations that include alcohol.
Ideas for Decking the Halls
Local designers create opulent holiday designs.
From traditional to glamorous, fresh to faux and high-end to old school, local tastemakers tell how they create dazzling holiday design extravaganzas.
Reston: Family Tradition, Another Aghayere Takes Charge
South Lakes boys' basketball is young and talented.
The South Lakes boys' basketball team defeated Archbishop Carroll 74-60 on Dec. 4.
Citizen Speakers Turn Out for J.E.B. Stuart High Name Change
School Board to take action Dec. 17
J.E.B. Stuart High School senior Whitten Rutledge is proud of his school, mostly.
Arlington: Wakefield Transfers Trying to Jell with Captains Nhial, Treakle
Warriors remain undefeated with wins over T.C. Williams, Eastern.
The Wakefield boys' basketball team is off to a 4-0 start despite several new faces.
Greenspring’s Holiday Pet Parade Features Nearly 40 Dogs
Nearly 40 dogs “paw”ticipated in this year’s Holiday Pet Parade at Greenspring retirement community in Springfield.
Tree Lighting Ceremony in Clifton
About 100 people attended the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 5, at Ayre Square Park in the Town of Clifton.