In the Kitchen
Jones Makes Biscuits with Own Personalities
Two women stood with noses pressed to the window at Stomping Ground on Mt. Vernon Avenue in Del Ray. "Oh, no," one of them said. "I didn't know it was closed on Monday. I've eaten here three times since they opened in May. I love their salads; they are so fresh." Disappointed, they head down the street looking for a second choice.
The Best of Braddock District
Supervisor John Cook (R-Braddock) recommends places to see in his district.
Supervisor John Cook (R-Braddock) recommends places to see in his district.
Weekend Fun in Fairfax County - Aug. 28-Sept. 7, 2015
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
A roundup of entertaining things to do this weekend.
Alexandria People At Work: It’s All About the Milk
It was dark on the farm as Kinsley Coulter got up at 2 a.m. to load his truck and drive the 150 miles from Juniata County, Pa. to the Alexandria Farmer's market on Saturday.
Alexandria Snapshot: Back-to-School Supply Drive
The local chapter of the National Forum of Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) participates yearly with Alexandria City Public Schools in collecting items for an annual back-to-school supply drive. James Hunt is the president of the Alexandria Metro Chapter of NFBPA.
Alexandria Appetite: 5 Top Spots to Watch College, NFL Football
No matter where you are in Alexandria, you’ll find a prime viewing location nearby.
The days are getting slightly shorter, the air has a familiar crispness to it, and the dog days of summer have a little less bite. All of this can mean only one thing: The college and NFL football seasons are on the way. From beers to burgers, from wings to Greek delicacies, here are some great places to watch the game all over town.
Mount Vernon Jazzercise Supports UCM
Mt. Vernon Jazzercise raised $350 for United Community Ministries (UCM) by issuing a Plank Challenge during all of its classes during the week of June 15.
Mount Vernon Brief: Inova Mount Vernon Commended
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital has been ranked the No. 6 Best Hospital in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area by U.S. News & World Report. The 2015 ranking is up from No. 13 in 2014. The hospital also ranked No. 15 in Virginia (up fromNo. 20 in 2014) and earned high performing recognition in Orthopedics again this year.
Mount Vernon Briefs: House Fires
Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department Units responded to a house fire Thursday, Aug. 20, at approximately 5:30 a.m., at 5205 Pole Road.
Mount Vernon Brief: Providing Back-to-School Haircuts
Firefighters will sponsor back-to-school children’s haircuts on Wednesday, Sept. 3, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Gum Springs Community Center, 8100 Fordson Road.
Alexandria Seeks Cycling Spokespersons
Transportation Master Plan could shift gears in favor of cycling community.
Do cyclists in Alexandria ride in the road or on the sidewalk? How do cyclists riding the Mount Vernon trail pass through Alexandria?
Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: July, 2015
In July, 2015, 151 homes sold between $2,000,000-$190,000 in the Vienna and Oakton area.
Vienna, Oakton Home Sales: July, 2015
Alexandria Snapshots: Early Start
Alexandria City Public Schools kicked off its week-long Kindergarten Prep (K-Prep) program and two-day Middle School Prep programs last week with the aim of having every child acclimated to their new environment and routines and ready for learning on the first day of school.
Springfield Home Sales: July, 2015
In July, 2015, 217 Springfield homes sold between $1,119,000-$174,900.
Springfield Home Sales: July, 2015
Reston Home Sales: July, 2015
In July, 2015, 136 Reston homes sold between $1,650,000-$85,000.
Reston Home Sales: July, 2015
Alexandria People: Celebrating Their Golden Anniversary
Deborah Dodge, then 17, wedded James W. Blackburn, Jr., then 18, on Aug. 27, 50 years ago at Christ Church in Rockville, Md., officiated by the Rev. Raymond P. Black.
Mount Vernon Home Sales: July, 2015
In July, 2015, 154 homes sold between $1,210,000-$108,000 in the Mount Vernon area.
Mount Vernon Home Sales: July, 2015
McLean Home Sales: July, 2015
In July, 2015, 104 homes sold between $2,800,000-$134,000 in the McLean and Falls Church area.
McLean Home Sales: July, 2015
Oak Hill and Herndon Home Sales: July, 2015
In July, 2015, 112 homes sold between $1,551,861-$170,000 in the Oak Hill and Herndon area.
Oak Hill and Herndon Home Sales: July, 2015
Letter: Prudent Investments
Letter to the Editor
I would like to add some thoughts to the ongoing discussions about the city’s debt.