Alexandria: Roberdeau House on the Market
Historic property in Old Town up for sale for the first time in 40 years.
An expansive historic home is on the market in Old Town Alexandria for the first time in 40 years. Listed in the Historic American Building Survey, the four-story Roberdeau house has eight fireplaces, six bedrooms, four-and-a-half bathrooms and a basement.
Mount Vernon Snapshot: Stamping Out Hunger
The 23rd annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive took place throughout the community on Saturday, May 9, to stock local food pantries for the summer months.
Centreville Boys’ Lax Outlasts Conference Foe
On May 5, the Centreville and Herndon boys’ lacrosse teams battled in a game that was tight until the closing minutes.
Chantilly Day: Donate Food To WFCM
Chantilly Day also includes a food drive for Western Fairfax Christian Ministries (WFCM).
Easter in Chantilly
Preschoolers, Danny Zuleta, Evelyn Mikes, and Gina Kim, from Elizabeth Byrns’ Saint Timothy Catholic Preschool class in Chantilly pause during their Easter celebration to pose for a picture.
Shaving Heads in Solidarity
Tara Sankner is a 10-year-old Fairfax girl who’s fighting Astrocytoma Grade 2 brain cancer.
Centreville Girls’ Lax Suffers First Loss in Regular-Season Finale
Wildcats issued six yellow cards in 25-20 loss to Robinson.
The hype surrounding Monday night’s matchup between the Robinson and Centreville girls’ lacrosse teams built throughout the day with comments on social media. Things got even more intense when focus shifted to the field. In a battle for the top seed in the Conference 5 tournament, the Rams and Wildcats engaged in physical play, and combined for 45 goals and eight yellow cards. There was even a brief sideline dispute between head coaches.
Work Starts on Roundabout in Centreville
Work starts on controversial roundabout in Centreville.
Despite the objections of many local residents, work is now beginning on the roundabout at the Braddock /Pleasant Valley roads intersection beside Cox Farms in Centreville.
Roundups for the Week of May 13, 2015
Shirley Contracting began a final phase of the Route 50 project on Monday, May 11, that will have an impact on evening traffic on Route 50 for about a month.
Born to Run 5K Set for June 6
Fundraiser honors deceased middle-school teacher.
Nothing can bring back Jannine Parisi. A well-respected Franklin Middle School teacher, she died in November 2013 at age 47 as a result of domestic violence.
Letter: Shared Values
Letter to the Editor
The American public is still reeling from the aftershocks of the shooting in Garland, Texas last week.
Letter: Many To Thank
Letter to the Editor
On Saturday, April 25, the 5th annual Centreville International Showcase was held at the Centreville United Methodist Church to celebrate the diversity and share the many cultures that make up of our unique community.
Reston’s ‘Tropical Resort’
Young swimmers enjoy a tropical environment at Goldfish Swim School.
The story behind the Goldfish Swim School in Reston might sound like a bit of a fish tale, but there’s plenty of evidence to prove otherwise.
Changes To Parks And Pools In Reston
New outdoor racquetball and courts open at Reston Stratton Woods Park.
Fairfax County Park Authority will dedicate new outdoor racquetball and courts at Reston’s Stratton Woods Park on Saturday, May 16.
Neyla Restaurant To Open in Reston
Mediterranean restaurant to open at Reston Town Center.
Neyla, the new Mediterranean restaurant in the former Paolo’s space at Reston Town Center, plans to open this week, said restaurant management.
Potomac: Working Together Across Faiths
Capital Area Interfaith Friends sponsors Service Day for youths of all faiths.
Four years ago, Dominique and Mike Rychlik and their three children were included in a dinner and movie night on Eid al-Fitr, which celebrates the end of the Ramadan fast.
Burke: Cool-Headed Robinson Girls' Lax Hands Centreville First Loss
Obregon leads Rams with eight goals; Wildcats receive six yellow cards.
The Robinson girls' lacrosse team defeated Centreville 25-20 on Monday.
Potomac: Local Builder Receives National Honor
Anthony Wilder Design/Build received a national Contractor of the Year award.
A minimalist yet elegant design that includes a wall of glass with dramatic views of a woodsy landscape received top honors recently. Anthony Wilder Design/Build, in Cabin John, received a national Contractor of the Year (CotY) award from the National Association of the Remodeling Industry for transforming a bland bathroom into a serene spa retreat.
Opening Day at Potomac Village Farmers Market
In addition to locally grown produce, the Potomac Farmers Market offers a variety of food, including pizza, freshly baked breads and sweet treats from Simply Delicious, a seafood truck and more.In addition to locally grown produce, the Potomac Farmers Market offers a variety of food, including pizza, freshly baked breads and sweet treats from Simply Delicious, a seafood truck and more.